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Asphalt Roofing - Pros & Cons

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Asphalt roofing material is among the most popular material to choose for your Lake of the Ozarks roof . However, before making the ultimate decision to use asphalt shingles, it's important to know the pros and cons because when you install a new roof at the Lake of the Ozarks , you won't be changing your roof material anytime soon. Today, our roofing company at the Lake of the Ozarks has a list for the pros and cons of asphalt roofs. Pros of Asphalt Roofs 1. Less Expensive - The biggest pro to choosing asphalt for your roofing material is that it is the least expensive option. The fact that they are the most affordable is why many homeowners choose asphalt shingles. Asphalt is the most economically viable options when it comes to roofing material. 2. Easy Installation - Asphalt roofing shingles are easier to install than other types of roofing materials. This saves both on time and labor costs for the installation. In fact, Above & Beyond Roofing can turn the ...

Heritage Premium Laminated Asphalt Shingles

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Above & Beyond Roofing is proud to offer you great quality roofing products, including the Heritage Premium line of laminated asphalt shingles. These shingles are timeless favorites that have captured the admiration of homeowners for years. Keep reading to learn more about these great building products and consider Heritage Shingles for your next Lake of the Ozarks roofing project! Photo From: www.Tamko.com The Beauty of Heritage  Heritage Shingles offer striking beauty and excellent roofing protection. Below are just a few of the features you'll find in these shingles: Rugged shake-like appearance  Shadowtone blended shadow line - adds dimension, extra richness and depth of appearance and curb appeal Double-layer random-cut design - adds beauty and prevents unsightly zipper patterns Self-sealing strip of asphalt on bottom side - for added wind resistance  Moisture-resistant weathering-grade asphalt coating - provides years of protection Asphalt la...

Blistering: A Common Problem with Asphalt Shingles

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Blistering shingles are a common problem with asphalt roofs. Blisters can shorten the life of your roof at the Lake of the Ozarks if not addressed. If the blisters are limited to just a few shingles, you don't really have anything to worry about. However, if the blisters are widespread, the entire slope may need to be replaced sooner than expected. Let's take a deeper look at what causes shingles to blister and how to prevent those blisters from popping and causing major damages to your roof. Why Do Asphalt Shingles Blister? Sometimes during the manufacturing process, moisture can get trapped within the shingle. Even though blistering is often perceived as a manufacturing defect, the blisters are typically caused by poor roof ventilation. If you're roof is not properly ventilated, the shingles can get very hot. This intense heat on your roof also heats up that trapped moisture, causing blisters to surface. If the shingles on your Lake of the Ozarks roof have trapped...

Recycle Your Shingles to Pave Roadways

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As concern for our environment grows, the recycling of asphalt shingles is becoming more important. Asphalt shingles removed from homes can be recycled by grinding and using in asphalt pavement, rather than piling up in a landfill.  As America's number one recycler, the asphalt industry reuses and recycles nearly 100 million tons of its own product every year!  Reclaimed asphalt pavement (RAP) actually reduces the amount of virgin asphalt cement needed for constructing new roadways. When choosing a roofing company at the Lake of the Ozarks that recycles shingles, you are helping the environment! Shingle Recycling FAQs 1. What are the benefits of shingle recycling?  Saves valuable resources from being sent to a landfill Offsets need for newly mined asphalt and aggregate Creates jobs for recycling locations Reduces the cost for paving Homeowners feel good knowing their shingles aren't ending up in a landfill 2. What are recycled asphalt shingles used for...