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Understanding More About Roof Shingles

Roof shingles are necessary to keep a place dry and protected inside. The most common type of shingles that are used today is asphalt shingles, though there are other types of shingles as well.

Asphalt roof shingles are relatively easy for installing and they tend to be quite cost effective in comparison to other roofing options, such as slate, steel sheeting, metal cladding, etc.

When you are in need of roof shingles, it is best to get informed about the main features of the different types of shingles that you are considering.

This will help you to make the best choice that suits your needs. After all, you really do want to be able to select the roof shingles that will be the most appropriate for your home or building.

For homes, asphalt roof shingles have proven to be the preferred choice, as they make up more than 75 percent of the all roofing materials that are installed on homes. And the reality is that these shingles have improved immensely in the way that they have been constructed over the past 10 years. This means that they will be able to protect your home better. They are greener, which means they are better for the environment. And they give better energy performance. Solar reflective shingles help to reduce the temperature of the roof during the summer. Also, they are being crafted of recycled materials.

Note that there are two primary types of asphalt roof shingles, which are classified as being organic and fiberglass.

Shingles which are organic based are the oldest category of asphalt roof shingles. The part that is organic is a substrate of cellular fiber. Often this is paper which has been recycled, has been packed with asphalt and then has been compressed under extremely intense pressure. These shingles are much easier to install in cold weather than fiberglass asphalt shingles, and that is partly due to the fact that they are more flexible than fiberglass asphalt shingles. They are more tear resistant also.

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Ronson QuintoRonson Quinto

My Florida Roofing was phenomenal, always on time and detail oriented. Very knowledgeable on the different types of roofs and options. Felix and Maria, picked up the phone immediately and always answered my questions. The owner Rene was on site frequently looking over the job. They were also the best priced and were even recommended by other roofing companies. Very happy with the outcome.

Salima AlySalima Aly

Having my roof done by My Florida Roofing has been nothing less than an excellent experience. The entire team has been super professional and attentive from the beginning. From the office team who handles the paperwork/permits and customer service and quickly sets up appointments; to Felix, our very knowledgeable and courteous sales rep, who was in constant contact throughout the project time, to give us updates and check up on us; to the installers who did an amazing job; to the owner who made sure to personally come and inspect before, during and after the roof was installed. Everyone did an outstanding job. Now let's talk about GOING ABOVE & BEYOND: Maria - the project manager. She was absolutely the person that made the entire process smooth and easy. She was always available to answer any questions and to give me updates (Maria - you are amazing- thank you!) We love our new roof. I am thrilled we decided to use My Florida Roofing. Thank you! I totally recommend this company and to anyone who needs to come by and see our roof we are at Lindsey Lanes - Vero Beach (house will be painted off-white soon, but for now is Yellow) - See photo for reference.

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