Asphalt Shingle Roofing in Clarksville, TN

We have installed more asphalt shingle roofs than we can count. GAF. Owens Corning.

CertainTeed. Architectural. 3-tab. Impact-resistant. We know the differences. We know which

ones hold up to our summer heat. And we know which ones are a waste of money.

This article covers asphalt shingle roofing in Clarksville. The different types. What they cost.

And how to get the best value. Call (931) 666-1469 for a free estimate.

Architectural vs 3-Tab: What Clarksville Homeowners Need to Know

Let us get this out of the way. Do not buy 3-tab shingles. They are cheaper. About $90 per

square versus $120 per square for architectural. But they are also thinner. They have lower

wind ratings. They look at and boring. And they fail faster. A 3-tab roof might last 12 to 15

years in Clarksville. An architectural roof goes 18 to 22 years.

The difference is in the construction. 3-tab shingles are a single layer of asphalt with a

berglass mat. Each shingle has three cutouts that make it look like three separate tabs.

Architectural shingles have two layers bonded together. They have a dimensional look. They

are thicker. They have higher wind ratings because the extra weight holds them down.

We install architectural shingles on almost every residential job. The extra cost is maybe $500

to $1,000 on a typical roof. That is nothing spread over 20 years. You get a better looking roof

that lasts longer and survives our spring storms better. It is a no-brainer.

Impact-resistant shingles are another option. These have a modified polymer core that absorbs

hail strikes. They are Class 4 rated. They cost about 20 percent more than standard

architectural. But they may qualify for an insurance discount. We have seen discounts of 15 to

25 percent on the roof portion of your premium. Do the math. The discount might pay for the

upgrade in ve to seven years.

Fort Campbell families often choose impact-resistant shingles because the base housing office

encourages them. Less storm damage means fewer claims. Fewer claims means lower costs

for everyone. We are certified installers for GAF and Owens Corning impact-resistant lines.

How We Install Asphalt Shingles (Step by Step)

We have done this thousands of times. The process is dialed in.

1. Free inspection and measurement. We get on your roof. We measure every slope. We

check decking from the attic. We note any ventilation issues. Then we write an estimate with

line items.

1. Material selection. You pick the brand and color. We show you samples on your actual

roof. Lighting matters. A color that looks great in the showroom might look different on your

house. We hold samples up against your siding and brick.

1. Tear-o . We strip every old shingle. Every nail. Every piece of old underlayment. We do

not roof over old shingles. That is against code in Montgomery County and it hides rot. We do

it right.

1. Decking inspection and repair. We walk every sheet of plywood or OSB. We look for rot,

water stains, and soft spots. Rotted decking gets replaced. We show you photos. Cost is $75

to $150 per sheet.

1. Underlayment. We install synthetic felt over the entire roof. Synthetic is better than tar

paper. It is stronger. It breathes better. It does not tear as easily. We also install ice and water

shield in valleys, around penetrations, and along eaves.

1. Starter strip. This goes along the eaves and rakes. It prevents water from wicking up

under the first course of shingles. Many roofers skip this to save money. We do not.

1. Shingle installation. We nail every shingle with four nails (six in high-wind zones). We

follow the manufacturer's nailing pattern exactly. We use coil nailers set to the correct depth.

Over-driven nails can cause leaks. Under-driven nails back out.

1. Ridge caps and cleanup. We install matching ridge caps. Each cap gets six nails and a

dab of roofing cement. Then we clean up. Magnets over the yard. Blowers on the driveway.

Then a final walkthrough with you.

Why Hire a Local Clarksville Roofer for Asphalt Shingles?

Asphalt shingles seem simple. Anyone can install them, right? Wrong. We have seen too many

bad installations. Nail pops. Leaky valleys. Improper flashing. Shingles that blow o in the first

storm because the installer used three nails instead of four.

We follow the manufacturer's specifications to the letter. That matters for the warranty. If you

have a GAF shingle failure but the installer did not use the approved nailing pattern, GAF voids

the warranty. We are a GAF Certified Installer. We follow their rules. Your warranty stays intact.

Also, we know Clarksville's building codes. The 2018 IRC with amendments requires specific

underlayment in certain zones. We follow the code. Storm chasers ignore it. When you sell your

home, an inspector might ag unpermitted work. That becomes your problem.

Fort Campbell families, we are on the approved vendor list for base housing. If you live on post

and need a new roof, the housing office requires licensed, insured, and background-checked

contractors. We have all three.

Frequently Asked Questions