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Asphalt shingles are by far the most popular residential roofing material utilized in North America today. According to the Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association, four out of every five homes in the U.S. are roofed with asphalt shingles, and more than 12.5 billion square feet of shingle products are manufactured annually – enough to cover at least 5 million homes!

With their quality performance, versatility and affordability, it’s easy to understand why asphalt shingles are the leading choice of roofing contractors in BC. Let’s take a look at the different kinds of asphalt shingles available to you.

• Strip shingles. Strip shingles are differentiated by the number of cutouts, or tabs. The most common type is the “three-tab” strip shingle. Three-tab shingles, such as the Royal Sovereign® line from GAF, offer a traditional appearance at an economical price.

• Architectural shingles. Also referred to as laminated shingles, this upgraded shingle type features more than one layer of tabs for extra thickness. The added dimension creates visual depth on a roof that gives it a custom look. Architectural shingles, including GAF’s Timberline® series, continue to be very popular among builders, homebuyers and roofing contractors in BC.

• Designer shingles. GAF offers a premium line of designer architectural shingles that emulate the look of expensive slate and wood shake shingles. Brands such as the Camelot® offer extra-thick tabs, specially blended colors and unique cutouts for dramatic visual impact.

With a huge range of styles to choose from, asphalt shingles can complement almost any type of architecture and budget. For expert advice and quality installation of your next asphalt shingle roofing project, call the professionals at Crown Roofing LTD at (877) 907-3066.

There are many considerations when choosing shingles for roofing in BC. It’s important to go with a proven brand that offers quality and a reliable warranty, such as GAF. You’ll need to decide what kind of look you want to achieve, which will determine the style of roofing material you select. Finally, you’ll want to choose a color. But which shingle color is best? Will light colors keep your home cooler in the summer? Do dark colors make it hotter?

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According to experts, while shingle color does not affect lifespan, it does affect efficiency of roofing in BC somewhat. Generally, the closer a shingle color is to white, the more efficiently it performs. This is because the surface reflects more light. The closer a shingle color gets to black, the more absorbent and less efficient the surface becomes. Test conditions and results vary, but the difference in temperature between a white and black shingle when exposed to the same amount of sunlight is generally stated to be from 20° to 40°F.

40°F does seem like a big difference, but if you don’t care for the look of white shingles, don’t despair. A professional roofing contractor in Vancouver will tell you that shingle color should be based more on personal preference than on temperature concerns. Proper roof ventilation is the real key to keeping your attic cool and ensuring shingles last their intended lifespan. With adequate ventilation and the recommended amount of insulation, you can then determine what kind of performance you want out of your roof and what look you prefer.

Crown Roofing LTD can answer any questions you may have about shingle color, roof temperatures or roof ventilation. There are many options to enhance the look of your roofing in BC, as well as your budget. For expert advise and quality installation, call our professionals at (877) 907-3066.

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