Asphalt shingle roofs are popular but can develop leaks over time. Understanding common causes helps homeowners identify and ...

Although asphalt roofing materials are reasonably durable ... They can lose their ceramic granules and begin to mar from UV rays. The glue seal that keeps shingles together can loosen, and the ...

With asphalt shingles, most maintenance involves penetrations through the roof where adhesives, metal flashing and sealants are used. Those sealants deteriorate over time and therefore need to be ...

An asphalt roof’s life span can vary based on the ... Signs of this include cracked shingles, adhesive deterioration, mold growth, and swollen trusses. Attic insulation can help regulate your ...

Metal roofs last about twice as long as asphalt roofs — up to 50 years compared to 25 for asphalt shingles — which helps offset their higher roof installation costs. Metal roofs are more ...

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Are you about to install a new roof on your home or small business? The odds are you’ll be giving serious consideration to asphalt shingles. This building material has dominated the U.S ...

About Atlas Roofing Corporation From a single asphalt shingle manufacturing facility in 1982, Atlas has grown to 33 manufacturing facilities in North America providing worldwide product distribution.