What is a lifetime shingle?

Lifetime dimensional shingles are dimensional shingles with the minimum warranty of 50 years. Despite the durability of the dimensional shingles, they are paired with the warranty encompassing the length of the lifespan of the house itself.

What does lifetime warranty mean for shingles?

A lifetime warranty from a contractor only covers the lifespan of your roof and its roofing materials. For your dimensional shingle asphalt roof, that's anywhere from 25-28 of protection on your contractor's workmanship.

Are there Lifetime shingles?

Shingles come in various classes of lifetime guarantee. For example, you have the 30-year shingle, the 25-year, the 40-year, and lifetime – the manufacturers manufacture them in those segments.

How long do roof shingles last?

Dimensional shingles come with a 30-year manufacturer warranty. Vented properly and installed correctly, you should get around 80-85% of the life span out of an asphalt roof. That means you can expect to get about 20-22 years out of your 3-tab shingle roof and 25-28 years out of your dimensional shingles.

Is there such a thing as a lifetime roof?

Slate. The longest lasting roof is not manufactured at all, it's a natural material. Slate roofs are fireproof and nearly indestructible (although slate is brittle, so avoid walking on a slate roof). A hard slate roof can last up to 200 years, while soft slate will last only about a century.

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What are lifetime shingles made of?

Also known as laminated or dimensional shingles, architectural roofing shingles are among the highest quality roofing products made. Traditionally, they are composed of a heavy fiberglass mat base and ceramic-coated mineral granules that are tightly embedded in carefully refined, water-resistant asphalt.

What roof lasts the longest?

When Should roof shingles be replaced?

Your asphalt roof is about 20 years old

The life of a roof is how many years you get out of it. For a standard 3-tab asphalt shingle roof, that's 25-years. As long as your roof has been properly ventilated and installed you should get pretty close to that 25 years of roof life.

What color shingles last the longest?

Both light-colored and dark-colored shingles can last longer if given the necessary maintenance. The only thing tested and proven about light-colored shingles is that they help us keep the indoor temperature cooler in the hot summer season.

How often should you reshingle your roof?

Under normal circumstances, 3-tab asphalt shingle roofs should last 15-20 years before needing replacement. However, architectural asphalt shingle roofs are a bit more resilient to the elements due to their design. These may last up to 10 years longer than 3-tab asphalt shingle roofs.

Are 30 year shingles worth it?

30-year architectural shingles can increase the value and equity of your home, which is important for homeowners who might consider selling down the road. More durability without need for extra support.

What type of shingle carries the longest warranty?

The Golden Pledge is the highest level of protection you can purchase. 100 percent of material defects are covered for 50 years, or 20 years for 3-Tab shingles.

What is the difference between 30 year and 50 year shingles?

By saying this, you might already realize that the difference between a 30-year shingle and a 50-year one is how long the product is guaranteed to last. In other words, 30-year architectural shingles are covered by the manufacturer from any unforeseen defects that could occur once the shingles are installed.

Are roof warranties worth it?

Overall, roof warranties are definitely worth the extra cost, especially if you buy an expensive roof. If and when it breaks down, you will want some kind of guarantee that the manufacturer and/or the contractor will abide by to help protect your investment to some extent.

How can I make my shingles last longer?

Do darker shingles make house hotter?

Darker shingles do absorb more heat, this is true. In summer a darker roof will measure hotter than a roof with lighter color shingles.

What color roof is best for resale?

Roofs with good resale value tend to be neutral colored, such as tan, cream, brown, black or gray. These colors are classic and tend to stay in style over time. Trendier roofs include shingles that are mixed, with various color combinations of browns or blacks and grays.

Should you replace gutters when replacing roof?

Do your gutters need to be removed during a roof replacement? Most customers usually replace their gutters when they replace their roof. However, if your gutters are fairly new or the material's integrity is holding strong, you probably aren't replacing them during your roof replacement.

How does it cost to replace a roof?

The national average cost to replace a roof is around $8,000, with most people spending in the range of $5,500 to $11,000. The two largest variables you'll deal with on a job like this are the square footage of your home (and thus, your roof), and the type of roofing material you choose.

Will my roof leak if some shingles blew off?

Maybe. Just because you lose a shingle or two doesn't mean water will immediately drip from your ceiling. However, such a missing shingle could cause issues over time if the surrounding shingles deteriorate from exposure to water, wind and sunlight.

Can a shingle roof last 30 years?

Most asphalt shingles last between 15 and 30 years – based on your area's weather conditions and climate. The type of asphalt shingle also influences its lifespan: Three-tab shingles last from 15 to 20 years and are the cheapest option. Architectural (dimensional) shingles last from 20 to 30 years.

What is the most energy efficient roof color?

What is the difference between asphalt and architectural shingles?

The main difference between Asphalt shingles and architectural shingles comes down to durability, versatility, and price. Asphalt shingles are made from fiberglass layered between asphalt and ceramic covered granules. The result is a water-resistant coating that also deflects UV light.

What are luxury shingles?

Luxury or premium shingles are actually larger than the other asphalt shingles and are made to look like slate. While 3-tab shingles still make good looking roofs, dimensional and luxury shingles mimic other roof types to give you a distinct look.

What shingles have a 50 year warranty?

American Roofing and Remodeling is a preferred contractor certified with Owens corning who offers a 50 Year shingles warranty. This covers both labor and material if a full roof replacement would need to be done.