Architectural asphalt shingles are the most common Colorado roof: affordable, quick to install, and available in impact-resistant classes that hold up to Front Range hail.
- Best suited to
- Most homes wanting proven performance at a sensible price
- Expected service life
- 20 to 30 years, longer with Class 4 impact-rated shingles
How asphalt shingles holds up in Colorado
Colorado roofs face four stresses at once: hail impact along the Front Range, intense high-altitude UV, strong downslope wind, and daily freeze-thaw cycling in winter. When we quote asphalt shingles, we look at your building's pitch, exposure, elevation and ventilation before recommending a specific product and fastening pattern, because the assembly matters more than the brand printed on the bundle.
What a asphalt shingles project involves
- 1Inspection and photo documentation of the existing roof, decking and ventilation.
- 2A written scope with the exact system, underlayment and flashing details we will use.
- 3Tear-off and decking repair, with site protection for landscaping and driveways.
- 4Installation of the asphalt shingles system, including edge metal, valleys and penetrations.
- 5Magnet sweep, cleanup and a final walkthrough with you before we leave.
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