Why Do Homeowners in Midway Choose Asphalt Shingles?
Homeowners in Midway often choose asphalt shingles because they are widely available, work on many residential roof shapes, and offer several price and style options. On Midway homes, the shingles shed rain and snow, while the underlayment and flashing help keep water out at roof joints and openings.
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How Do Asphalt Shingles Age on Midway Homes?
Asphalt shingles on Midway homes can wear out before they start leaking. On Midway roofs, we check whether the shingles lie flat, stay sealed to the row below, remain flexible, and still have enough surface granules to protect the asphalt. On a roof in Midway, we use the shingle condition to decide whether the shingles still protect the home or need replacement. Winter weather can also affect a roof in Midway because melting snow can refreeze near roof edges and valleys.
When Should You Install a New Asphalt Shingle Roof in Midway?
You may need a new asphalt shingle roof in Midway when shingles are brittle or failing across several roof slopes. If damage on a roof in Midway is limited to one area and the surrounding shingles are still flexible, a repair may be enough.
What Is an Asphalt Shingle Made Of?
A typical asphalt shingle used in Midway has a fiberglass mat, asphalt coating, mineral granules and a seal strip. The fiberglass, asphalt, granules and seal strip give shingles installed in Midway strength, water resistance, surface protection and a secure bond to the row below.
What Asphalt Shingle Options Do You Install in Midway?
Asphalt-shingle choices for Midway include dimensional architectural products and flatter three-tab shingles. Some product lines also offer impact-resistant shingles for Midway homeowners who want additional hail resistance. We can compare GAF, CertainTeed and Owens Corning products for your Midway roof, including the manufacturer specifications and warranty information for the exact shingle you choose.
What Does Asphalt Shingle Roofing Installation in Midway Include?
The asphalt-shingle installation scope in Midway includes skylight flashing, valleys and roof-edge drainage, waterproofing at vulnerable roof edges, and extra attention at exposed edges and ridges.
The Midway installation also includes an attic-ventilation check, wind-resistant shingle fastening, and flashing and seals around roof openings.
After we remove the old roofing in Midway, we photograph any damaged roof decking. Before replacing damaged wood on a roof in Midway, we explain the added cost.
These are some of the installation details we focus on for Midway homes:
- Ice-and-water membrane at the eaves: A waterproof membrane runs along the bottom edge of the roof, where snow melts and refreezes and pushes water back up under the shingles.
- Wind rating matched to the house: Shingles are rated for a wind speed, and the right rating depends on how exposed your house is rather than on the city it sits in. We set it from your own site.
- Full tear-off to bare wood: Every layer comes off, including any second roof laid over the first. Tear-off is the only moment anyone gets to see the wood your roof is fastened to.
- Underlayment across the whole deck: Underlayment is a water-resistant layer between the wood and the shingles. It catches whatever gets past a shingle that has lifted or broken.
- Decking repaired before anything goes on: On a house built around 2006, finding a few soft boards is normal rather than a surprise. We photograph them, price them with you, and replace them so the new roof has something solid to fasten to.
- Specified for snow load: At 5,653 feet the weight sits on the roof for months. We check the structure as well as the shingles, because sustained load works at fasteners and flashing in a way rain never does.
The shingle is the part you choose and the part you can see. Everything underneath it is what decides whether the roof reaches the life it is rated for, which is why we specify all of it in writing before we start.
For the full picture of the service, see Asphalt Shingle Roofing.
How Does Asphalt Shingle Roofing Installation in Midway Work?
On an asphalt shingle project in Midway, we remove the old roofing before installing the new roof.
Removing the existing roofing on a home in Midway lets us inspect the wooden roof deck. If we find damaged wood on a roof in Midway, we show you the damage and explain the cost before replacing it. We then install the underlayment, flashing and new shingles on the Midway roof.
We then finish the roof details, clean the work area and inspect the new roof in Midway.
Who Installs Asphalt Shingle Roofs in Midway?
Courtland Roofing installs asphalt shingle roofing systems throughout Midway. Our asphalt-shingle work in Midway is performed by a licensed, insured, family-owned and manufacturer-certified company.
My house is in a 25 year old neighborhood. I've been watching the houses getting re-shingled. Courtland re-shingled a neighbors house. It was a quality, quick and clean job. So I had Courtland re-shingle my house. With professional communication and scheduling, the quality of the job, and the thoroughness of cleanup, I am very satisfied. And it only took 9 1/2 hours from start of tear-off to the crew's exit.
Certified installer for GAF, CertainTeed and Owens Corning, family-owned, licensed & insured.Where in Midway Does Courtland Roofing Install Asphalt Shingle Roofs?
Courtland Roofing has installed asphalt shingle roofs in every part of Midway, Utah (84049), and we would be glad to look at yours. We give homeowners across the rest of Surrounding Areas the same service, including in Morgan, Brigham City and Tooele.
If you do not see your ZIP code listed, call or text us. We can confirm whether we provide asphalt shingle roofing at your address in Midway.
Free Midway Asphalt Shingle Roof Evaluation
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Common Questions About Asphalt Shingle Roofing in Midway
What do the granules on asphalt shingles do?
Asphalt shingles in Midway rely on surface granules to protect the asphalt from sunlight and wear; widespread bare spots are a sign of aging.
What is the difference between architectural and three-tab shingles?
For a Midway project, three-tab shingles look flatter and architectural shingles look thicker and more dimensional; the exact ratings come from the chosen product.
What is under an asphalt shingle roof?
Under the shingles on a roof in Midway are the wooden roof deck and protective layers such as underlayment, along with flashing and other water-control materials at joints and openings.
Do new shingles come with a workmanship warranty?
Courtland Roofing provides a 5-year workmanship warranty on our Midway installations. For a Midway project, manufacturer coverage depends on the shingle product and warranty terms you choose.
Can you install shingles during winter in Midway?
Winter installation in Midway depends on temperature, moisture, roof safety and the shingle manufacturer’s requirements. In Midway, we schedule winter roofing work only when conditions allow proper installation.