On homes across North America, asphalt shingles are the most popular and widely used roofing material used — and for good reason. They effectively protect a home from decades of weathering, are available in hundreds of colors and styles, and only require minimal upkeep. In this article, a modified bitumen roof contractor discusses the different types of asphalt roofing shingles.
- 3-Tab Shingles. Also called strip shingles, 3-tab shingles are thin, quick to install, relatively inexpensive, and feature cutouts running along the bottom edge. This shingle type often has the lowest warranty and fire, wind, and impact resistance, but can last an average of 20 years with proper maintenance. 3-tab shingles cost about $100 per square on average.
- Architectural Shingles. Also known as dimensional or laminated shingles, architectural shingles make up the most recent installations of residential roof replacement. They come in a wide range of colors and offer high ratings for wind, fire, and impact. They are heavier and more expensive than 3-tab shingles, costing around $500 per square on average.
- Luxury Shingles. A high-end dimensional shingle, luxury or designer asphalt shingles come in a broad variety of shapes, sizes, styles, and colors. These shingles can resemble the look of wood shake, slate, or clay roofing and, like architectural shingles, offer high ratings for wind, fire, and impact resistance. It takes longer to install these shingles than 3-tab or dimensional shingles and can cost around $1,000 per square, making it the highest quality and most expensive option.
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