Asphalt shingle roof repair and installation
Would you like to know the cost of repairing or replacing your shingle roof?
You’re in the right place!
Free, no-obligation quote
Asphalt roofing offers an effective roof covering at a lower price.
This type of roofing is waterproof, weather-resistant and available in a multitude of colors.
Depending on the quality of the shingles, its lifespan varies from 14 to 20 years.
It’s no fluke that this type of roofing is the one most often chosen by residential homeowners in Quebec.
Asphalt shingle classes for which we offer installation and repair services in Montreal and surrounding areas
It’s important to bear in mind that asphalt shingles are graded in relation to their thickness, and that this same thickness is directly related to the material’s price.
High-grade shingles are classed as A or B, while low-grade shingles are classed as C or D. Some class A and B shingles can cost up to twice as much as low-grade shingles.
The two types of asphalt shingles we install and repair in Laval.
There are two types of asphalt shingles commonly installed and repaired in Laval, Montreal and the South Shore.
The first type is called organic (or traditional) shingles.
This is the asphalt shingle most commonly found on homes everywhere.
The second type is fiberglass shingles.
Organic shingles
This type of shingle is traditional and commonly installed on the roofs of suburban homes, whether in the city of Montreal, the city of Laval or on the South Shore.
It’s considered an older model.
It’s normally made from asphalt-coated paper.
It is renowned for being rather malleable and easy to install.
Fiberglass shingles
This type of shingle is an improved version of the organic shingle.
Instead of being made with asphalt-coated paper, fiberglass shingles are made with a fiberglass membrane.
This difference makes this new type of shingle lighter.
Not only is it more resistant to the heat and weather common in Quebec than its predecessor, it’s also less expensive.
Before installing this new type of shingle, it’s important to lay an underlayment on the roof.
What are asphalt shingles?
Asphalt shingles are made up of three different layers, combined with a nailing strip and an adhesive line for installation.
The granular layer
This surface layer is what gives the shingles their appearance.
It is important because it provides effective protection against the sun’s rays.
When installing or repairing shingles, you can add a mixture that will prevent the formation of mildew.
It’s important to choose the color of this layer carefully when purchasing materials.
Choosing a lighter color will help the roof store less energy, and keep it in good condition for longer.
The asphalt layer
This is the layer that offers the most protection to the roof.
It keeps the roof watertight and impervious.
Depending on the thickness of this layer, the price of the material, installation or repair of the roof may vary.
The layer of to reinforce
This final reinforcing layer allows all the layers to combine.
This makes for a watertight, high-quality roof.
This reinforcement layer affects the shingle’s grading.
Nailing strip and adhesive
This last strip allows roofers to efficiently repair and install shingle roofs.
We recommend nailing the shingles in place and then gluing them together, thanks to the adhesive properties of this last strip.
The advantages of asphalt shingle roofing on the South Shore
Advantage #1: easy to install
This type of roof is generally easier to install than, say, metal or slate roofing.
Advantage #2: Energy efficiency
With the right color selection, an asphalt shingle roof offers exceptional energy efficiency.
It reflects the sun’s rays in summer and keeps the heat in during winter.
Advantage #3: Lower cost
As well as being resistant to high winds, Quebec’s common weather conditions and changing temperatures, this type of roofing offers another advantage that makes it stand out from the crowd: its low cost.
Asphalt shingle roofing is a low-cost investment.
Disadvantages of installing and repairing asphalt shingle roofs in Quebec
This type of roofing is rather polluting, since it is made from asphalt, which is derived from petroleum.
Its often black color can contribute to rising outside temperatures, especially in cities, as it absorbs heat.
If, unfortunately, the roof is incorrectly installed, its lifespan can be shortened rapidly and the roof can be damaged.
Asphalt shingle roof repair in the city of Montreal
An asphalt shingle roof can be damaged in many ways.
The roof may have missing or missing shingles, shingles that are broken or shingles that have simply become old.
It’s important to call in a professional team for asphalt shingle roof maintenance and repair.
By calling in a qualified team, you’ll know exactly what needs to be done to your roof.
It’s possible that all that’s required is to re-nail the shingles, but it’s also possible that the entire roof needs to be replaced.
Since the lifespan of this type of roof is between 14 and 20 years, annual maintenance is recommended from the 12thyear onwards.
Free quote.
Response in 24 hours or less.
Free, no-obligation quote
6275 Rue Papineau, Montreal, QC H2G 2X1, Canada