Arlington and Mansfield Composition Asphalt Shingles
What is an Asphalt Shingle?
Composition (aka. Asphalt) Shingles have been around more than 100 years and are the most common roof covering material used in the United States. In fact, around 75% of residential homes are covered in asphalt shingles in the U.S.
Composition Asphalt shingles are cheaper than most other alternative roofing materials and are readily available in a variety of sizes, styles and colors.
Although Composition Asphalt Shingles have a shorter lifespan than alternative, more expensive materials, their lower cost makes them attractive. They typically last 20 to 40 years and usually offer a 20, 25, 30, 35 or 40 year factory warranty depending upon the specific product purchased.
An asphalt shingle roof can be layered over the top of an existing shingle roof if the initial roof is a single layer and in good condition. An ’overlay’ roof will typically not last as long as a completely new roof.
What is a Composite Shingle?
There are two types of asphalt shingles that use different base materials: organic felt, and fiberglass. Both types have their base in between two layers of stabilized asphalt. Their top sides are coated with mineral granules to help resist weathering while their bottom sides have a heat activated self seal strip that seals the shingle to the layer below to combat wind damage. These materials can be installed on most roof pitches and types.
What are Asphalt Roofing Shingles Made Of?
Organic shingles were the first type of asphalt shingle offered but are much less commonly used today. They have a base of organic felt, which is saturated in liquid asphalt. They are more resistant to tearing during installation than fiberglass mat shingles.
Unlike fiberglass shingles, organic shingles are more prone to three aging problems that may negatively impact the appearance of your roof.
As the base organic felt dries, the shingle may:
● Bow up in the center while the edges stay flat (clawing)
● The edges of the tabs may curl up (curling) or
● The middle edge of the shingle may raise up as the outside edges stay flat (fish mouthing)
The more commonly used fiberglass based shingles are lighter, more flexible, and cheaper. They are less resistant to tearing than organic felt, so precaution is needed during installation. Once installed, fiberglass mat shingles are just as durable as organic felt shingles. While clawing, curling, and fish mouthing can occur on fiberglass based shingles, it is less likely.
Pros and Cons of Asphalt Shingle Roofing
Pros:
● Durable
● Easy to repair
● Easily available
● Variety of sizes styles and colors
● Material expense
● Works on most roof types and pitches
Cons:
● Shorter life expectancy compared to other roof types
WHAT THEY’RE SAYING
Customer Reviews
- Michael Earvin12/15/2020 - GoogleI have had the pleasure of working with a company James Kate Construction who where absolutely phenomenal. They replaced my... read moreI have had the pleasure of working with a company James Kate Construction who where absolutely phenomenal. They replaced my roof, installed new gutters, painted my garage & shutters and even repaired my fence. As homeowners we look for honesty in a business. Well...Mr. Isaac Price was exceptional at doing that! Extremely nice guy who assured me that the house was going to look amazing! He also did a emergency Tarp because it hailed so badly it started to drip through. I Appreciate great work and I’m truly thankful for a job well done! read lessJeffrey sippola12/15/2019 - GoogleMy wife and I had lots of questions for Eric the Project Manager. When we asked him if he... read moreMy wife and I had lots of questions for Eric the Project Manager. When we asked him if he could speak to us in person to go over the details one last time he showed up to our home and put our minds at ease. Within a few days later, Eric's crew showed up, prepped and set up and installed the roof in one day. The clean up was quick and easy. Thank you James Kate for our beautiful new roof! Highly recommend. read lessIra Collins12/15/2017 - GoogleWe hired Dustin at James Kate Roofing to replace the asphalt roof on our home in Richardson after receiving three... read moreWe hired Dustin at James Kate Roofing to replace the asphalt roof on our home in Richardson after receiving three other bids. We are very thankful to have had the opportunity to work with Dustin on this project. Our roof was installed in a very professional way using quality materials at a reasonable price. Dustin was always available when I called and completed the job when scheduled. By the way, he saved us over $8k compared to other bids. Dustin is now our roofer for life! Perfect! read less
- Rebecca Finn12/15/2020 - GoogleThe roofers at James Kate were timely, super helpful with our insurance company, polite and left the work site so... read moreThe roofers at James Kate were timely, super helpful with our insurance company, polite and left the work site so tidy! They were able to complete our sizable roof in one day -demo and a new roof by end of day! I was absolutely astonished at their speed and precision. I was very impressed with their customer service. Bryan Keeton did a nice job, and our new roof and gutters look great. Thank you. read lessChristina Moly12/15/2021 - GoogleExcellent service all around! In 2020 replaced roof due to the 2019 storm. Thankfully saved Issacs name in my phone.... read moreExcellent service all around! In 2020 replaced roof due to the 2019 storm. Thankfully saved Issacs name in my phone. Contacted Issac again in 2021 to add more gutters. Thanks bunches! read lessAbby Corinne11/15/2022 - GoogleUsing James Kate for our roof was a great experience. Our roof had to be completely replaced after a hailstorm... read moreUsing James Kate for our roof was a great experience. Our roof had to be completely replaced after a hailstorm and the company was quick to evaluate and get our roof replaced within just a couple of weeks. The interior drywall damage was also repaired and looks brand new. When we found some nails and debris in our yard after the installation, they sent their crew back out the same day to do another magnet sweep of our yard and make sure they got everything. Great experience! Dylan was great to work with. read lessCathy Norman5/15/2022 - GoogleJames Kate Roofing replaced our entire roof and did an excellent job. The crew was efficient and professional...and cleaned up... read moreJames Kate Roofing replaced our entire roof and did an excellent job. The crew was efficient and professional...and cleaned up thoroughly. We especially recommend working with Mike Dedeluk at James Kate Roofing. His professionalism, knowledge, and continued follow-up during the entire process made this a great experience. We chose to work with this company because of our initial meeting with Mike! read less
- Robert Tryon12/15/2020 - GoogleGreat experience with James Kate Construction (JKC) when getting my roof & gutters replaced from hail storm damage. The sales/project... read moreGreat experience with James Kate Construction (JKC) when getting my roof & gutters replaced from hail storm damage. The sales/project manager, Isaac, was excellent and very professional through the entire process including pre-claim assessment, adjuster negotiations, construction & the final closing of the insurance claim. There also wasn’t the feeling of “fast food” roofing as there was opportunity get all my questions answered and to change/improve upon the existing materials etc. Great job by the construction crew in keeping the site clean. Would highly recommend JKC for your roofing needs. read lessJarrod McElhannon8/15/2022 - GoogleBryan was great to work with. Very informative and helped walk us through the process of a roof replacement. Happy... read moreBryan was great to work with. Very informative and helped walk us through the process of a roof replacement. Happy with the experience. read lessWilliam Fears9/15/2022 - GoogleOne year after roof installation I had problems with a leak around the chimney. The representative came out and repair... read moreOne year after roof installation I had problems with a leak around the chimney. The representative came out and repair the roof himself for free because it was still under warranty Even though the heavy rains contributed to the leak and got it repaired before the next significant rain. read lessJay Van Zandt12/15/2017 - GoogleI couldn't believe how great their service was. I called just before lunch yesterday because recent storms had knocked... read moreI couldn't believe how great their service was. I called just before lunch yesterday because recent storms had knocked off several of my shingles. Before I could even finish my lunch Ramone was knocking on my door with a huge smile. He didn't waste any of my time and simply told me he would inspect my entire roof and repair any damage he found. I heard a ton of hammering, then after about 20 minutes he knocks again and said I was good to go! I don't usually write reviews, but after years of calling companies and waiting days for them to respond (if they ever do)..I felt compelled to let everyone know that there are still companies like this that care about their customers. Won't hesitate to use James Kate when its time to replace my entire roof. Thanks guys! read less
- J. Cardenas5/15/2022 - GoogleMike Dedeluk and his team were great. On time, quality delivery of everything promised and agreed. With a great eye... read moreMike Dedeluk and his team were great. On time, quality delivery of everything promised and agreed. With a great eye for detail to ensure things were done right the first time. read lessMalachi Chandler II12/15/2015 - GoogleI had recent storm damage on my 8 year old roof that was already in decline. I had received a... read moreI had recent storm damage on my 8 year old roof that was already in decline. I had received a recommendation of a roofing company from my neighbor. They gave me a quote for a 30 year roof. A friend of a friend referred me to another option with Dustin. He did his own quote, then evaluated mine. In evaluating my initial quote, he gave me feedback related to older technologies that the prior quote was going to use in relation to the attic venting. I went with Dustin's quote (James Kate Roofing) as a result. The roof looks excellent and were very pleased! The real test was when my wife went into the attic and said she could feel a significant reduction in the temperature related to the ridge vents. Now I'm waiting to see the impact on my energy cost. Thanks James Kate Roofing and Dustin! Malachi Chandler read lessJessica Bruccoliere12/15/2020 - GoogleJames Kate replaced my roof a few years ago. I liked their work and professionalism so much I had... read moreJames Kate replaced my roof a few years ago. I liked their work and professionalism so much I had them come back to install replacement windows through my whole house. Having a company I trust was important since the workers would be in my house not just on a roof. James Kate did not let me down. The whole process from choosing my window to scheduling was very smooth and clearly communicated with me each step of the way. They even assisted with financing. The installers were great and made sure they covered everything and cleaned their work area before moving to the next window. Most importantly the windows look great inside and out. read lessCandace12/15/2017 - GoogleA couple weeks ago when all the storms hit Mansfield and I contacted James and Kate roofing they came out... read moreA couple weeks ago when all the storms hit Mansfield and I contacted James and Kate roofing they came out right away and assess the damage they made sure we felt like we were the priority and always kept in constant communication with my family they do quality work in a timely fashion I definitely recommend James and Kate roofing to anyone looking for a roofer read less
- Asha White12/15/2017 - GoogleMy experience went very well. Stephen was very professional, helpful, and thorough. They worked around my busy schedule which I... read moreMy experience went very well. Stephen was very professional, helpful, and thorough. They worked around my busy schedule which I appreciated. The roof and gutters look great. My only complaint is that the crew did not pick up the nails and screws after replacing gutters. I would recommend this company to others and I would use them again if needed. read lessBill Gates12/15/2017 - GoogleGreat communication while the work was being performed and an excellent crew did the work. Would recommend them to anyone... read moreGreat communication while the work was being performed and an excellent crew did the work. Would recommend them to anyone needing work done. read lessCarl Strong12/15/2021 - GoogleI only have compliments for the professionalism exhibited from the start of our project to the finish. We needed a... read moreI only have compliments for the professionalism exhibited from the start of our project to the finish. We needed a roof replacement in the middle of selling our home which compressed the timeline significantly. The project manager, Isaac Price, was extremely helpful in laying out a plan to complete the work before my home’s closing. The crews were very respectful of our property and ultimately left with the yard in perfect condition. If you’re in need of a roof replacement, I highly recommend this company. read lessBetty Burkhart7/15/2022 - GoogleBryan did the inspection and handled the insurance claim totally. He was great. At first insurance declined the new... read moreBryan did the inspection and handled the insurance claim totally. He was great. At first insurance declined the new roof. Bryan met with the adjuster again and a new roof was approved. Wesley oversaw the roof installation. He was here all time and kept me informed of progress constantly. I couldn't ask for better customer service. They made an unpleasant situation painless. If I ever have to have roof work of any kind I will call James Kate Roofing. Best customer service!!! Betty Burkhart read less
- Linda Carlisle7/15/2022 - GoogleThey are very professional all around. Office staff are helpful, Bryan is on-the-ball, knowledgeable, and concerned about getting things done... read moreThey are very professional all around. Office staff are helpful, Bryan is on-the-ball, knowledgeable, and concerned about getting things done right. He has worked on our roof repairs before and goes a great job. Daniel arrived at 7 am and worked for 7 straight hours on our burning hot roof redoing two skylights. He was meticulous and professional. I trust them to do a good job. Don’t waste your time looking for a “cheaper” company - get the work done right by James Kate Roofing! read lessAJ Popo12/15/2019 - GoogleThis company is by far the best roofing company. I had some damage and have gotten few other companies to... read moreThis company is by far the best roofing company. I had some damage and have gotten few other companies to come out and give me estimates. I was so impressed with Benjamin and his professionalism and knowledge that I cant even think about the other companies. Honesty and knowledge is so important to me and top notch service is what I received. Awesome service!!! Highly recommend read less
- TheOtherJayTX5/15/2022 - GoogleVery proactive in getting the evaluation and estimate done. Worked extremely well with insurance adjuster to achieve best results... read moreVery proactive in getting the evaluation and estimate done. Worked extremely well with insurance adjuster to achieve best results (for me). Top-notch sales and service people, consistently providing appropriate updates and moving the ball forward. On-site crew was quick, thorough, and VERY clean. Coordination was excellent. 5/5, 10/10…. Would and have recommended them to friends. read lessHeather Nigh12/15/2018 - GoogleDustin was fantastic throughout the entire process...he communicated with my insurance company’s adjuster, he was fast to respond to the... read moreDustin was fantastic throughout the entire process...he communicated with my insurance company’s adjuster, he was fast to respond to the insurance company’s requests for photos of damage to my roof, and then he met with the insurance company’s contractor at my house to walk the roof and help show him the hail damage. He always quickly returned phone calls and texts when I had questions or concerns. He took time out of his busy schedule and also rearranged his schedule when possible to help me get the new roof put on before my closing date. The new roof looks beautiful! I highly recommend James Kate Roofing and will use them again if I need a new roof in the future. read less