Roofing

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Are you looking for the durability of asphalt shingles, but with a little flair? If so, dimensional shingles might be just the thing for you. They are known as architectural or laminated shingles, and they have been popular for many years.

What are Dimensional Shingles?  

Dimensional shingles are made of two shingle strips laminated together, and it gives an otherwise flat shingle a more dimensional base. This multi-layered base creates a thick, durable material, giving architectural shingles a great reputation for enduring high winds and other extreme weather circumstances as we experience in North Carolina.

What are Dimensional Shingles?  

Dimensional shingles are great at handling the extreme nature that North Carolina dishes out.

Not to mention, the depth and coloring options of these shingles make them comparable to the look of high-end, premium roofing—at a much more affordable price.

Advantages of Dimensional Shingles 

• Dimensional Shingles give better curb appeal.
• Dimensional Shingles tend to have a longer manufacturer warranty.
• Dimensional Shingles have higher wind resistance.
• Dimensional Shingles have better resistance to hail storms.
• Dimensional Shingles typically include protection against black algae stains. .

North Carolina homes  

If your home is older than ten years, it was most likely roofed with 3-tab shingles. Most roofers in the area

are focused primarily on the more traditional 3-tab method of roofing. However, dimensional shingles are growing in popularity as homeowners are finding this solution to be a more durable and aesthetically appealing.