6 Key Components of Your Asphalt Shingle Roof

Your roofing system is made up of many parts, and one of the most prominent parts is your asphalt shingles. Your asphalt shingles protect your home against snow, heat, debris, rain and other weather elements. Most American homes use asphalt shingle roofs due to their versatility and ease of installation.

Here are the key components of your asphalt shingle roof.

1. Asphalt Shingles

Asphalt shingles are mostly installed on single homes and sloped roofs, which are a common trait of most American homes. An asphalt shingle roof is made of either fiberglass or organic materials. A fiberglass shingle is coated by a protective resin while organic asphalt shingles are made of felt paper with an asphalt coating. It provides a primary water-shedding surface for your roof as well.

2. Underlayment

Your roof underlayment adds another protective layer between your shingles and your home. It supports your home’s stability and ensures that roof leaks and debris won’t enter your home.

3. Starter Strips

Starter strips ensure that your asphalt shingles are properly installed. Roofers install this component to keep your shingles in place by providing the first layer of sealant that prevents shingle blow-offs and water penetration from occurring.

4. Ice and Water Barriers

During the winter season, these barriers play a vital part by protecting areas on your roof that are vulnerable to water penetration, such as the valleys, asphalt shingles and chimneys.

5. Hip and Ridge Products

These components add to your roof’s character by enhancing your roof’s design while increasing its functionality.

6. Ventilation System

Installing a quality ventilation system for your home allows heat and moisture to escape from your attic. If there is too much heat or moisture in your attic, this could lead to premature roof deterioration and cause your shingles to buckle. They also help increase your home’s energy efficiency by regulating attic temperatures.

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