What is an asphalt shingle roof?

An asphalt shingle roof comprises asphalt shingles and other roofing components. The asphalt shingles consist of fiberglass, tar, and asphalt granules resting on a fiberglass mat. While the asphalt shingles are visible outside, the roofing components underneath are equally important to the asphalt shingle roof system.

An asphalt shingle roof is made up of the following:

* Roof decking
* Roof flashing
* Underlayment
* Drip edge
* Ice and water shield
* Ridge capping
* Roof vents
* Pipe boots

Before the asphalt shingles are installed, all the components must fit together like puzzle pieces. Costly problems can arise if even one component is missing from your asphalt shingle roof.