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    Common Shingle Types

    Understanding the most common types of shingles installed on homes in Atlanta will make it easier to build the perfect roof for your home.  Bird's Eye Roofing outlines the most common shingle offerings below to get you started in the right direct.

    The "Big 3" shingle manufacturers offer very similar warranties, performance, and looks across all the shingle types.

    3-tab

    3-tab shingles have 3 tabs (or 3 squares) as seen in the above picture.  These are the most budget friendly used for roofs in Atlanta.  They are flat with no design and are very simple.  3-tab characteristics

    • Lowest priced shingle
    • Lifespan up to 25 years
    • Standard color profile
    • 60mph wind warranty
    • 10-year algae warranty

    Architectural Shingles

    Architectural shingles have an additional layer put on top of the base shingle to add more depth to the shingle profile.  With this additional layer comes added weight, increased lifespan, and improved warranties.

    • Standard priced shingle
    • Lifespan up to 30 years
    • Better color options
    • 130mph wind warranty
    • 10-year algae warranty

    Architectural+ Shingles

    Architectural+ shingles are architectural shingles with additional asphalt and copper added to the shingles.  They look the same as architectural shingles, but with slightly improved ingredients to make them perform better over a roof's lifespan.

    • Slightly increased priced shingle
    • Lifespan up to 30 years
    • Enhanced color options
    • 130mph wind warranty
    • 15-year algae warranty

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    Shingle Recommendations

    Best Overall Shingle

    CertainTeed Landmark

    • Most popular builder shingle
    • Weathered wood is a very popular color of this shingle

    Most Popular Shingle

    GAF Timberline HDZ

    • Charcoal and weathered wood are two popular colors
    • Found in Home Depot from the world's largest shingle manufacturer

    Highest Quality Shingle

    CertainTeed Landmark Pro

    • Added copper to prevent algae staining
    • Additional definition in shingle pattern
    • Additional asphalt on shingle to help with higher traffic roofs (like blowing out your own gutters)

    Best Looking Shingle

    Owens Corning Duration

    • Blended color design looks good on houses

    Non-Recommended Shingle

    Owens Corning Duration Designer

    Owens Corning does a great job making their shingles look good, but the Owens Corning Duration Designer line is very busy.  If you want the roof to be the only focus of your home, this shingle could be considered, but we do not often find that to be the case from homeowners.