Why Do Homeowners in Payson Choose Asphalt Shingles?
Homeowners in Payson often choose asphalt shingles because they are widely available, work on many residential roof shapes, and offer several price and style options. On Payson 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 Payson Homes?
Asphalt shingles on Payson homes age by losing granules, becoming brittle, curling, or cracking. On Payson roofs, a few loose granules are normal, especially on a newer roof. Large bare areas or brittle shingles are stronger signs of wear on a roof in Payson. Winter weather can also affect a roof in Payson because melting snow can refreeze near roof edges and valleys.
When Should You Install a New Asphalt Shingle Roof in Payson?
You may need a new asphalt shingle roof in Payson when shingles are brittle or failing across several roof slopes. If damage on a roof in Payson 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 Payson has a fiberglass mat, asphalt coating, mineral granules and a seal strip. The fiberglass, asphalt, granules and seal strip give shingles installed in Payson strength, water resistance, surface protection and a secure bond to the row below.
What Asphalt Shingle Options Do You Install in Payson?
Asphalt-shingle choices for Payson include dimensional architectural products and flatter three-tab shingles. Some product lines also offer impact-resistant shingles for Payson homeowners who want additional hail resistance. Before installation starts in Payson, we compare appearance, manufacturer wind ratings, warranty terms and price for the products you are considering.
What Does Asphalt Shingle Roofing Installation in Payson Include?
The asphalt-shingle installation scope in Payson includes inspection of the wooden roof deck, waterproofing at vulnerable roof edges, valleys and roof-edge drainage, and new or rebuilt flashing.
The Payson installation also includes an attic-ventilation check, flashing and seals around roof openings, and skylight flashing.
After we remove the old roofing in Payson, we photograph any damaged roof decking. Before replacing damaged wood on a roof in Payson, we explain the added cost.
These are some of the installation details we focus on for Payson homes:
- 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.
- Decking repaired before anything goes on: On a house built around 1997, 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.
- Ventilation corrected while the deck is open: A shingle cooked from underneath by a hot attic will not reach its rated life. Correcting the airflow is cheapest while the roof is off and is the single best way to add years to it.
- 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.
- All-new metal flashing: We replace the metal at chimneys, walls and vents rather than resealed. Sealant over old flashing buys a season and hides the problem in the meantime.
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 Payson Work?
On an asphalt shingle project in Payson, we remove the old roofing before installing the new roof.
Removing the existing roofing on a home in Payson lets us inspect the wooden roof deck. If we find damaged wood on a roof in Payson, we show you the damage and explain the cost before replacing it. We then install the underlayment, flashing and new shingles on the Payson roof.
We then finish the roof details, clean the work area and inspect the new roof in Payson.
Who Installs Asphalt Shingle Roofs in Payson?
Courtland Roofing installs asphalt shingle roofing systems throughout Payson. Our asphalt-shingle work in Payson 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 Payson Does Courtland Roofing Install Asphalt Shingle Roofs?
Courtland Roofing has installed asphalt shingle roofs in every part of Payson, Utah (84651 and 84653), including the streets around the Nebo Loop. We give homeowners across the rest of Utah County the same service, including in Provo, Orem and Lehi.
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 Payson.
Free Payson Asphalt Shingle Roof Evaluation
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Common Questions About Asphalt Shingle Roofing in Payson
What do the granules on asphalt shingles do?
Asphalt shingles in Payson 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 Payson 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 Payson 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 Payson installations. For a Payson project, manufacturer coverage depends on the shingle product and warranty terms you choose.
Can you install shingles during winter in Payson?
Winter installation in Payson depends on temperature, moisture, roof safety and the shingle manufacturer’s requirements. In Payson, we schedule winter roofing work only when conditions allow proper installation.