Get to Know IKO Roofing, Part 2: Nordic Performance Asphalt Shingles

Welcome back to our series on the IKO line of asphalt shingles.  In Part 1 of the series, we took a look at Dynasty Performance Shingles, and in Part 2 we’ll be diving into Nordic Performance Shingles. IKO is one of the top shingle companies in the country, which means their products are dependable, durable and beautiful. IKO offers seven spectacular asphalt shingle styles, including: Dynasty Performance Shingles Nordic Performance Shingles Architectural Shingles Traditional 3-Tab Shingles Armour Designer Shingles Crown Slate Designer Shingles Royal Estate Designer Shingles  Let’s dive into IKO’s Nordic line of performance asphalt shingles with a look at the benefits of the product, as well as colors and a mini gallery … TOP PERFORMING SHINGLES IKO Nordic Performance Shingles are designed for outstanding wind and impact resistance. They carry a high-wind limited warranty coverage for winds up to 130 mph (210 kmh). They also offer a Class 4 Impact Resistance rating, which may enable residential property owners to obtain a reduction in their residential insurance premium (if available). In addition to excellent

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Get to Know Owens Corning Roofing, Part 4: Woodcrest Wood Shake Style Shingles

In this series, we’re taking a look at the Owens Corning line of asphalt shingles — and they’re one of the best, most dependable brands on the market. The goal of the series is to make it easier for homeowners like you to gain an understanding of what Owens Corning has to offer, making it easier to determine whether or not one of their asphalt shingles products is a good choice for your roof replacement. Here’s what we’ve covered so far: Part 1: Duration Series Shingles Part 2: Oakridge Series Shingles Part 3: Berkshire Series Shingles In Part 4 of our series, we’re diving into the Woodcrest wood shake style series — focusing on some of the benefits of these asphalt shingles, as well as color options and a mini gallery of photos. RUGGED & BEAUTIFUL Thick and durable, Woodcrest shingles also add immense curb appeal to your home. The rustic, textured appearance delivers the aesthetic of wood shake — without the maintenance. These asphalt shingles also meet the highest fire-resistance standards in the industry:

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Get to Know Owens Corning Roofing, Part 2: Oakridge Architectural Style Shingles

Welcome to the second installment of our series on Owens Corning asphalt shingles. In this series, we’re taking a look at all of Owens Corning’s asphalt shingle products to help you understand the benefits of each type of shingle, which in turn can help you decide which option is best for your home. In Part 1, we covered the Duration series, and in this installment of our series, we’re diving into Oakridge shingles. Before we begin, here’s a quick overview of all the asphalt shingle product lines Owens Corning offers: Architectural Style: Duration Shingles & Oakridge Shingles Slate Style: Berkshire Shingles Wood-shake Style: Woodcrest Shingles Three-Tab Style: Supreme Shingles Let’s get started by taking a look at some of the benefits of these architectural style asphalt shingles … BEAUTY & HIGH PERFORMANCE The Oakridge line combines an amazing aesthetic with premium protection. With a full double layer in the nailing zone, these shingles deliver better integrity, as well as holding power, as compared to single-layer nail zones. A variety of popular colors are a nice

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Get to Know Owens Corning Roofing, Part 1: Duration Architectural Style Shingles

At Legacy Exteriors, we install a lot of roofing. And one of the two top brands many homeowners choose is Owens Corning — one of the best asphalt roofing manufacturers in the country (the other top brand is GAF Asphalt Roofing). In addition to quality, one of the pillars of the Owens Corning brand is a dedication to building a more sustainable future through material innovation. Owens Corning Roofing also delivers one one of the best warranties in the industry, which homeowners love. When it comes to asphalt shingles, Owens Corning offers four main product lines: Architectural Style: Duration Shingles & Oak Ridge Shingles Slate Style: Berkshire Shingles Wood-shake Style: Woodcrest Shingles Three-Tab Style: Supreme Shingles In this series, we’ll be covering all of these asphalt roofing styles, starting with Duration shingles, which is comprised of six different architectural style shingle types — and features patented SureNail® Technology, a technological breakthrough in shingle design.  SureNail is a wide, highly visible engineered fabric strip in the nailing area that offers many benefits, including:  A “no guess”

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Roofing 101 Part 7: What Does a Quality Asphalt Shingle Look Like?

Thus far in our Roofing 101 series, we’ve tackled six of the seven different layers of a well-constructed roofing system, sharing the importance of each respective layer. Here’s a quick recap of what we’ve covered: Part 1: The Importance of Leak Barriers Part 2: Roof Deck Protection Part 3: Starter Strip Shingles Part 4: Choosing the Right Rooftop Accessories for Improved Performance Part 5: The Importance of Healthy Attic Ventilation Part 6: The Importance of Ridge Cap Shingles In Part 7 of the series, we’ll be talking about the shingles themselves — with a focus on asphalt shingles. Before we get started, we’d like to note that at Legacy Exteriors our roofing system brand of choice is GAF. They are the top asphalt roofing company in America, offering excellent asphalt roofing systems, along with fantastic warranties. That said, if you choose to work with a roofing installer who does not work with GAF products, you’ll want to make sure you are having a comparable roofing product, with a comparable warranty, installed on your home. The

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