Asphalt shingle roof replacement in Atlanta

Architectural shingles are laminated in two layers, which gives the dimensional look and a heavier, more wind-resistant shingle than the flat three-tab roofs many older homes still carry. We install them over synthetic underlayment with the nailing pattern the manufacturer requires, since nail placement is what holds a shingle in a storm. Starter strips go at the eaves and rakes, and every valley, wall and penetration gets new flashing instead of reused metal. Most homes are finished in one to two days once materials are on site.

Inside City of Atlanta limits, full replacements now need steep-slope shingles that meet the ordinance's reflectance standard: a 3-year aged solar reflectance of at least 0.21 and an aged SRI of at least 20. Major manufacturers make cool-roof rated architectural shingles in a range of colors. We check the rating on the exact product and color before ordering, so the roof passes inspection the first time. Outside the city, the same shingles are simply an option that keeps the attic cooler.

The parts under and around the shingles decide how long a roof lasts. Drip edge is required by code at the eaves and rakes, and it keeps water from wicking back into the fascia. Synthetic underlayment lies flatter and resists tearing better than old felt. Ice-and-water membrane is not required here, but we add it in valleys and around chimneys where water concentrates. A ridge vent balanced with soffit intake lets the attic breathe, which keeps shingles from cooking from below.