Why Do Homeowners in Riverdale Choose Asphalt Shingles?
Homeowners in Riverdale often choose asphalt shingles because they are widely available, work on many residential roof shapes, and offer several price and style options. On Riverdale homes, the shingles shed rain and snow, while the underlayment and flashing help keep water out at roof joints and openings.
Median year built from the US Census American Community Survey; elevation from USGS.
How Do Asphalt Shingles Age on Riverdale Homes?
Asphalt shingles on Riverdale homes age by losing granules, becoming brittle, curling, or cracking. On Riverdale 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 Riverdale. Riverdale sits at about 4,370 feet in elevation, so snow and winter temperature changes are part of the installation plan.
When Should You Install a New Asphalt Shingle Roof in Riverdale?
You may need a new asphalt shingle roof in Riverdale when shingles are wearing out across several areas or the roof needs frequent repairs. We inspect the Riverdale roof before recommending replacement.
What Is an Asphalt Shingle Made Of?
A typical asphalt shingle used in Riverdale has a fiberglass mat, asphalt coating, mineral granules and a seal strip. The fiberglass, asphalt, granules and seal strip give shingles installed in Riverdale strength, water resistance, surface protection and a secure bond to the row below.
What Asphalt Shingle Options Do You Install in Riverdale?
Asphalt-shingle choices for Riverdale include dimensional architectural products and flatter three-tab shingles. Before installation starts in Riverdale, we compare appearance, manufacturer wind ratings, warranty terms and price for the products you are considering.
What Does Asphalt Shingle Roofing Installation in Riverdale Include?
The asphalt-shingle installation scope in Riverdale includes extra attention at exposed edges and ridges, flashing and seals around roof openings, wind-resistant shingle fastening, and an attic-ventilation check.
The Riverdale installation also includes valleys and roof-edge drainage, waterproofing at vulnerable roof edges, and inspection of the wooden roof deck.
After we remove the old roofing in Riverdale, we photograph any damaged roof decking. Before replacing damaged wood on a roof in Riverdale, we explain the added cost.
These are some of the installation details we focus on for Riverdale 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 1986, 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.
- Architectural shingles as standard: Architectural shingles are thicker and heavier than the flat three-tab type, last longer, and hold their wind rating better. They cost a little more and are worth it here.
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 Riverdale Work?
On an asphalt shingle project in Riverdale, we remove the old roofing before installing the new roof.
Removing the existing roofing on a home in Riverdale lets us inspect the wooden roof deck. If we find damaged wood on a roof in Riverdale, we show you the damage and explain the cost before replacing it. We then install the underlayment, flashing and new shingles on the Riverdale roof.
We then finish the roof details, clean the work area and inspect the new roof in Riverdale.
Who Installs Asphalt Shingle Roofs in Riverdale?
Courtland Roofing installs asphalt shingle roofing systems throughout Riverdale. Our asphalt-shingle work in Riverdale is performed by a licensed, insured, family-owned and manufacturer-certified company.
Coury and his team are true professionals. They removed the old shingles and had the new ones installed in a day and a half!! The quality was incredible. I can’t say enough about how easy it was to deal with these guys. There was zero pressure to sign the deal like I felt from other roofing companies. Don’t go anywhere else for your roofing job.
Certified installer for GAF, CertainTeed and Owens Corning, family-owned, licensed & insured.Where in Riverdale Does Courtland Roofing Install Asphalt Shingle Roofs?
Courtland Roofing has installed asphalt shingle roofs in every part of Riverdale, Utah (84405), and we would be glad to look at yours. We give homeowners across the rest of Weber County the same service, including in Harrisville, Plain City and West Haven.
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 Riverdale.
Free Riverdale Asphalt Shingle Roof Evaluation
A written quote, a shingle recommendation for your exposure, and an honest answer on whether you need a new roof yet.
Common Questions About Asphalt Shingle Roofing in Riverdale
What do the granules on asphalt shingles do?
Asphalt shingles in Riverdale 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 Riverdale project, three-tab shingles look flatter and architectural shingles look thicker and more dimensional; the exact ratings come from the chosen product.
How long does an asphalt shingle roof installation in Riverdale take?
The time needed to install an asphalt shingle roof in Riverdale depends on the roof size, roof design, weather and whether we find damaged wood after removing the old roofing. Before work begins in Riverdale, we give you the expected installation schedule.
Do you remove the old shingles before installing the new roof?
Whether we remove the old shingles on a roof in Riverdale depends on the condition of the existing roofing and the replacement plan. Removing the old roofing on a home in Riverdale lets us inspect the wooden roof deck and flashing before we install the new roof.
What happens if you find damaged wood?
If we find damaged decking after removing the old roofing in Riverdale, we photograph the damage and explain the added cost before replacing the wood.