Roof Replacement Archives - SPC Roofers Jacksonville, FL Residential Roofing Company https://www.spcroofers.com/tag/roof-replacement/ Roofers Serving Jacksonville and Fernandina Beach, FL Tue, 26 Sep 2023 17:36:35 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.1.4 Choosing The Correct Roof Shingles For Your Jacksonville Home https://www.spcroofers.com/choosing-the-correct-roof-shingles-for-your-jacksonville-home/ Mon, 07 Mar 2022 17:55:31 +0000 https://www.spcroofers.com/?p=3621 Which Shingles Do I Choose For My Roof? 3-Tab Vs Architectural When it comes to protecting your roof from the elements, the introduction of asphalt shingles has been one of the most impressive advances in the industry. Thanks to their wide variety of colors and styles, these shingles offer excellent protection, longer lifespans, easy installation,
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Choosing the correct shingle for your home in Jacksonville FL

Which Shingles Do I Choose For My Roof? 3-Tab Vs Architectural

When it comes to protecting your roof from the elements, the introduction of asphalt shingles has been one of the most impressive advances in the industry. Thanks to their wide variety of colors and styles, these shingles offer excellent protection, longer lifespans, easy installation, and fantastic curb appeal for every potential homeowner.

This same variety does bring up some interesting questions, though. Knowing the availability of both 3-Tab and Architectural asphalt shingles, it might be hard to choose at first glance. However, they show significant differences in performance and appearance that will help you make a clear decision.

Both kinds of shingles have different interactions depending on roof types, particularly when it comes to sunlight and heat. Here, you will find the average specs of each, so you can make the best possible choice to make your roof both sturdy and beautiful.

benefits to 3 tab shingle roofs

3-Tab Shingles: Classic and Affordable

They receive their name thanks to the tabs each one has; these are the original asphalt shingles, also known as strip shingles. Each shingle consists of a single layer of asphalt, which contributes to a flat, uniform appearance, which looks simple compared to its newer models.

Compared to architectural shingles, the downside is their lower wind resistance. They can only handle air speeds up to 60 MPH because the tabs present additional openings for the wind to slip through and push the shingles.

In addition, their simpler layering leads to thinner shingles, which are more susceptible to damage, wear and tear. Their maximum lifespan is around 25 years, although the average lifespan is about 20 to 22 years.

Choosing shingles for your roof

Architectural Shingles: The Deluxe Offering

Also known as Arch, Dimensional or Laminated Shingles; they consist of two laminated shingle layers into a single piece to give them their characteristic depth. Many roof types greatly benefit from the added variation in the sizes, depths, and slight color changes of these shingles.

Their strengths go beyond curb appeal, as their shape, weight, and thickness make them considerably sturdier, with wind resistance ratings of up to 125 mph and in some cases up to 135 mph. Their consistency also lets them resist impacts and other deterioration, leading to maximum lifespans of 30 to 50 years.

This increased protection comes at a cost, as arch shingles often cost 20% more than 3-tab shingles. That can be inconvenient on large properties or areas that do not benefit from the increased wind resistance.

Things You Should Consider

When planning your home improvement budget, you might think to set aside an extra to ensure you get the Arch shingles. Appealing as it may sound, you need to think about your actual needs. You should only pay for what you will be using.

If you live in an area with a mild climate, low rain, and weak winds, then you would only be buying Arch shingles for the aesthetic benefits it provides. Arch shingles give homes curb appeal, and the higher material quality will also raise the property value.

Another way to look at things is how long you will be spending in that house. If you plan to spend the rest of your life in this home, then arch shingles will be a one-time purchase. For this, you need to do your research and get a lifetime warranty from a quality roofing contractor.

If you plan to leave your current house within the next 10 to 20 years, then you might be better served by 3-tab shingles, letting you save some money to move out sooner.

One final thing you need to think about, regardless of the shingle type, is heat dissipation and absorption. If you live in warmer climates, you will want lighter colors, as they will reflect sunlight and heat away, cooling the house as a result.

On the other hand, colder climates will benefit from any roof types that employ darker colors as they will absorb more heat. Keeping your home warmer and helping snow and ice melt quicker. If your AC or heaters are building up your utility bills, then you might want to keep that when choosing the colors of your new shingles.

Make your home improvement correctly.
The most crucial thing to ensure your home improvement results in success is to hire the right contractors. Improper installation will result in severely diminished lifespans, weaknesses, and more damages.

The performance of your asphalt shingles will be significantly affected by the quality of their installation. Even the finest shingles in the market will fail if people install them without expertise.

If you do your research, hire a quality roofing service and give your shingles regular maintenance at least twice a year. You will ensure your roof remains just as beautiful as the day you had it installed. In addition, as you take care of your roof, it will take care of the rest of your house, preventing leaks and damages.

SPC Roofers are committed to providing Jacksonville with the roof you deserve to protect your home. Click to find out more about our Free Roof Estimates or call 904.647.5945 today!

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]]> Fleming Island Home Gets New Roof & Added Curb Appeal https://www.spcroofers.com/fleming-island-home-gets-new-roof-added-curb-appeal/ Wed, 11 Mar 2020 17:13:45 +0000 https://www.spcroofers.com/?p=3268 A roof replacement adds enormous curb appeal and beauty to your home. Check out our facebook page to see some of the amazing transformations we’ve shared. There’s no better reward for us then to see the smile on your face after our work is done. But, it doesn’t end there. Did you know we offer
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A roof replacement adds enormous curb appeal and beauty to your home. Check out our facebook page to see some of the amazing transformations we’ve shared.

There’s no better reward for us then to see the smile on your face after our work is done.

But, it doesn’t end there. Did you know we offer a lifetime workmanship warranty? We’ve been providing quality work since 1978 and have never left a customer behind. It is our goal to make sure your experience with SPC Roofers is headache free. You pick out a color, and we do the rest. Down the line when that big windstorm hits, you can rest assured that “We’ve Got You Covered!”

Lifetime Roofing Warranty Included!

Every single roof we replace comes with a limited lifetime workmanship warranty that is one time transferable. That means that when we install your roof, we make sure it is done correctly the first time. We install the absolute best, proven products on the market to make sure your home is protected for years to come.

Take a look at this recent project from Fleming Island to see what we do differently from other local roofing contractors.

The first thing we do as a free upgrade, is we replace your old #30 felt paper with RhinoRoof® U20. It is 12 times stronger than #30 felt and offers excellent wind resistance and durability through heavy roof traffic and adverse weather conditions.

Owens Corning's Onyx Black Duration Shingle With 50 Year Warranty

Here in Florida, it is code to use EITHER peel & stick or valley metal in your valleys, we use BOTH to give you an extra layer of protection.

We replace all the accessories including vents and pipe boots on your roof. We use lead pipe boots to ensure that all the penetrations in your roofing system are sealed indefinitely.

The final touch, of course we upgrade your old 3 tab shingles to a high end architectural shingle from one of our partnering manufacturers including GAF, IKO, and Owens Corning.

Pictured here is Owens Corning’s Onyx Black Duration shingle. This comes with a 50 year manufacturer warranty, 130 mph wind protection, and 10 year warranty for algae resistance.

You can see the before and after transformation is breathtaking.

At the end of the day, it’s important for us to see our customers getting taken care of. That’s why we’re the home of the lifetime workmanship warranty.

SPC Roofers are committed to providing Jacksonville with the roof you deserve to protect your home. Click to find out more about our Free Roof Estimates or call 904.647.5945 today!

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