Architectural Shingle Roofers
Each shingle is a thin sandwich of mat, asphalt and stone granules, and the mat gives the piece its strength. Granule loss is the clearest sign that a shingle is wearing out, so a handful of grit in a downspout tells a story.
Flat shingles of this style are economical but wear out sooner than thicker kinds, and it remains a reasonable choice in some situations. Laminated shingles are thicker, heavier and more dimensional than flat strip shingles, and the difference shows in the finished roof. A luxury shingle uses extra layers and special granules to create a handcrafted appearance, and the added weight is a benefit in wind.
