Architectural Shingle Roofing in Duluth

An architectural shingle is really two shingles glued into one, and that doubled thickness throws the small shadows that make a roof look deep and textured instead of flat like the old three-tab style. They also tend to hold up better against wind, which matters on a roof that sees summer thunderstorms. But even a good shingle only performs as well as the way it is installed. We start with the deck, replacing any soft wood, then roll out synthetic underlayment, seal the valleys and pipe openings with self-adhering membrane, fit new drip edge and a proper starter course along the eaves and rakes. Each shingle is nailed in the manufacturer's nailing zone with the right number of nails, so it seals down and stays put. Ridge caps are matched to the field shingles, and the ventilation is balanced so heat and moisture can escape. You choose your color from real samples, held up against your brick or paint, not from a tiny swatch on a screen. And when the roof is done, the crew lead walks it with you before we leave.