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What do humans prefer these days? Of course, easy and cheap things; ones which require less effort and money. If you are also one of them then asphalt shingles are just for you, and this might be the reason for asphalt shingles popularity among many people. It is not only cheaper in comparison to other options, but it also has longevity and durability. You can even determine it by examining the shingle’s thickness and quality. Asphalt shingles are composed of fiberglass mat, asphalt, mineral granules and sealant strips. Fiberglass mat is chosen for its light weight and resistance against tearing. Hot asphalt is used to coat glass fibers. Asphalt is preferred for its weight and toughness to resist wind’s impact. Mineral granules are used to coat the materials. These are available in a wide range of colors. The last layer of asphalt shingles are sealant strips, it bonds the shingles once they are heated in sun. Shingles Types of Asphalt Shingles Asphalt shingles are not jus...

Roof shingles are overlapping elements on a roof which are cut into different slacks and shapes, mostly rectangular. These are very commonly used in Ann Arbor and elsewhere. Common materials involve cement, metal, plastic, wood, fibre and asphalt shingles.  Replacement options involve having a new shingle roof or new shingles over and old one. The second option  can save you a lot of time and money since you just carry out timely inspection, cover the old shingles with the new ones after they are cut and trimmed. However, when installing a new shingle roof certain steps need to be followed for better understanding of either fitting them yourself or hiring a contractor to do so. The size of the project matters a lot. The area of coverage is an important factor to consider. If you go for do it yourself approaches and feel comfortable in doing so a site inspection is necessary otherwise calling a contractor is suitable since a larger area can be covered by professionals...