This is the most commonly used and most economical roof covering material. Asphalt roofing materials consists of either a rag fiber or a fiberglass mat impregnated with asphalt and covered with colored mineral granules. A wide variety of designs, weights, colors and sizes are available.

Asphalt roofs show their age when the mineral granules wear off, reveal the black asphalt and the corners and edges of the shingles begin to curl and crack. This is an indication that the asphalt composition has begun to dry out and lose its weatherproof seal. When only a few shingles show the above type of wear, the simple and less costly replacement of worn out shingles may be all that is needed. If one out of every five to ten shingles shows this wear and aging, it is may be time to re-roof.

Shingles made of cedar and are rot-resistant. They may last 30 to 35 years if properly installed and maintained. The best wood roofing materials are select grade and the thicker the better. Russell Roofing uses top quality cedar at a ¾ inch or 7/8 inch thickness for the best protection.

As wood shingles and shakes age they may shrink and form gaps between each shingle. They may also become brittle and offer less protection from the elements. This is why the installation of the materials is critical because repairs on a cedar roof can be difficult to impossible. Get it done right the first time. That’s why we say, “If It’s Russell, It’s Right, Guaranteed!”