Tom, what roofing shingle do you recommend for this area?
We are in our mid-70’s and plan to stay in our home.
Vernon
Tom’s Answer:
Tom: They’re definitely going to outlast you. There’s no doubt about it. Every shingle on the market, even the least expensive ones.
Charlie: Don’t be so sure.
Tom: You think?
Charlie: A lot of people are living longer.
Tom: That’s true and shingles are, also, by the way.
Charlie: Which one? Real quick.
Tom: Just like air conditioning systems. You hire a roofer, he’s going to be an Owens Corning dealer. He’s going to be a JF dealer.
For instance, Ideal Roofing is a Master GAF contractor so he’s going to want to put GAF shingles on your house so you get a longer and stronger warranty.
You go with the roofer who’s going to do the best job and go with the recommendation because they’re going to be affiliated just like in the air conditioning business with that brand.
Charlie: So get more than one quote and compare the warranties.
Tom: Yeah, but remember you’re buying the company because when it leaks, the shingle manufacturer doesn’t come out. Hopefully the roofing company does.
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