3 Types of Asphalt Roofing Shingles to Love for Your Construction Project

For residential and commercial buildings alike, roofing is often the icing on the cake in more ways than one. The right roofing material completes a building or house’s style, driving home the brand message or type of aesthetic appeal the client or homeowner wants to send with it. It also is a big part of a solid building envelope, which keeps anyone inside the structure safe from wind, rain, snow, and hail.

If you’re working on a roof, KBS Companies has the building supplies to get the job done. When it comes to roofing, we’re known to recommend CertainTeed asphalt shingles. This roofing type, while being incredibly popular, is an amazing choice for residential construction projects, and while it’s not used nearly as frequently in commercial construction, asphalt is sometimes used for office buildings, multi-family units, or agricultural buildings. Its versatility, affordability, and strength mean that no matter the whims of your client, there’s a type of asphalt shingle that can satisfy them.

Why Builders Love Asphalt Shingles

Variety

Asphalt shingles come in a variety of colors, especially when you buy from KBS Companies and CertainTeed. From black to brown to even white and red, there are plenty of color and design options to choose from, which is awesome when you’re working with a picky customer.

Affordability

Asphalt shingles are relatively affordable. Roofing projects themselves can get pricey, but asphalt shingles can help take the sting out of things for the budget-minded client. Compared to other roof shingles on the market, it’s got quite the friendly price tag, allowing you to keep costs reasonable without sacrificing the strength and quality you know your client expects.

Durability

Asphalt shingles are tough. You don’t need a roofing supply company to tell you that. The very word probably evokes images of strength! Indeed, the material is naturally resistant to fire damage and hail, alongside being an all-around general standout in the durability department. Your clients expect no less than long-lasting results from your services, and asphalt shingles are more than able to rise to that expectation.

CertainTeed: The Leader in Asphalt Shingles

All of CertainTeed’s asphalt shingles fit the above criteria: versatility, affordability, and strength. You really can’t go wrong with them! Whether your client has no idea what they want or they’ve got incredibly high expectations, asphalt shingles will more than satisfy.

Within CertainTeed’s asphalt shingles selection, there are three different types of asphalt shingles, all of which are designed for certain applications and certain types of clients. To make shopping with KBS Companies easier than it already is, let’s discuss three categories of asphalt shingles we can provide and their recommended uses.

Types of Asphalt Roofing Shingles

Most asphalt shingles come in a wide variety of color and design options, but in terms of shingle type, there are three design categories.

1. Strip (Standard) Shingles

As the name implies, strip shingles are available in three-section strips. They’re your basic asphalt shingle: sturdy, strong, and colorful.

Out of all the asphalt shingle options discussed, these are the most affordable and generally cheap and easy to install, and their flush-looking, flat appearance makes for a sleek and understated finish. Generally speaking, contractors who are looking to keep costs down without sacrificing looks or reliability might gravitate towards strip shingles.

2. Dimensional (Laminate or Architectural) Shingles

If your construction project requires a little more pizazz than the classical appearance strip shingles can provide, dimensional roof shingles might be your best bet. As their name suggests, they create more of a raised, flashy look than do strip roof shingles, while still remaining conventional enough for a variety of residential and commercial applications – as is a common attribute of asphalt shingles as a whole.

While dimensional shingles do tend to cost more than strip roof shingles, durability and wow-factor make the price tag more than worth it.

3. Luxury (Premium) Shingles

Luxury roof shingles are the best that money can buy. While all asphalt shingles are tough and aesthetically pleasing, these shingles go out of their way to capitalize on those aspects.

Some, for example, might offer varied colors in a single shingle type, lending a roof a stately and mosaic-esque appearance. Others may mimic more expensive and high-maintenance roofing types. Still others might double down on the durability factor, providing a building with top-notch protection. If your client demands nothing but the best in style and strength, then luxury roof shingles are the perfect solution.

Choose KBS Companies for CertainTeed & Other Leading Roofing Brands

With two locations in Plainview and Rochester, as well as friendly and well-educated staff, KBS Companies is ready to help supply the materials you need for your construction projects!

You work hard to make sure your clients get nothing but the best – you deserve a roof supply company like us who does the same for you. Stop in at either store today, or feel free to ring us with questions! You can reach the Rochester office at 507-287-3264 and Plainview at 507-534-3855.