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Asphalt naturally repels water. It's a readily available commodity as long as we continue to use petroleum. Asphalt is a by-product of refining crude oil; it's what's left over after the ...

Choosing strong roofing shingles is a crucial step toward making sure that you, your home, and your belongings are well protected. (Another key step: hiring a good roofing contractor.) Consumer ...

If you are in the market for a new roof, in most cases you will choose asphalt roofing shingles in a style and color that matches your home. But depending on your budget and type of house, there are ...

About 75% of the roofs in North America are covered with some kind of asphalt shingles. That’s a testament to the fact that asphalt offers a good compromise between attractive appearance, ease of ...

Asphalt is one of the most popular roofing products on the market. That’s because it’s cost-effective, easy to install, and meets most city ordinances and codes. That said, asphalt shingles are often ...

Q: Tim, I’m beside myself. My expensive asphalt shingles that have a 30-year warranty are less than 10 years old and starting to curl. I see lots of roofs around me doing the same. I never recall ...

There are many issues that can eventually lead to needing a roof replacement; curling shingles are one of them. Here's what ...