Shingle

In North America, asphalt shingles dominate as the #1 roof covering, with manufacturers producing and installing more than 15 billion square feet annually. Developed over a century ago, this roofing material has proven to be one of the most cost-effective and reliable solutions for protecting homes and businesses.

Benefits of Asphalt Shingles

Noted for their easy application and low cost, asphalt shingles most commonly begin with a fiberglass mat as the base. This mat is saturated with an asphalt mixture and coated with ceramic granules to protect it from the elements. Asphalt shingles come in a wide variety of styles and colors to choose from, making it easy to find the perfect match for your home’s aesthetic and architectural design.

  • Durable and long-lasting
  • Affordable
  • Wide variety of dimensional styles
  • Dozens of designer colors to choose from
  • Resistant to high wind and hail
  • Available with extended labor and material warranties
  • Available with fire ratings to meet any building code

Extended Warranty Coverage for Shingle Installations

Owens Corning recognizes Goodrich Roofing as a Platinum Preferred Contractor. With this certification, we can offer lifetime warranties to cover Owens Corning shingle installations, so you can rest assured that you will receive a properly installed and properly specified roofing system with maximum coverage.

Shingle Classifications

  • Fire Ratings
    • Class A Shingles – Provide the highest resistance to fire. Typically includes fiberglass asphalt shingles.
    • Class B Shingles – Provide moderate fire resistance, includes pressure treated shingles or. wood shake shingles.
    • Class C – Provide the lowest level of fire protection.
  • Wind Ratings
    • Standard Wind Resistance – Can withstand winds up to 60mph.
    • High Wind Resistance – Can withstand winds up to 110mph.
    • Maximum Wind Resistance – Can withstand winds up to 150mph. Suitable for hurricane-prone areas.

Goodrich Roofing prefers and uses Owens Corning Duration, which falls into the Class A category for fire rating and resists winds up to 130 mph. We choose Owens Corning Duration shingles because they are built to withstand New Mexico’s unpredictable climate. With their exceptional durability and high performance, they offer the resilience needed to handle the diverse weather conditions in our region.

Parts of a Shingle Roof

A roof is more than just a covering for your home—it’s a complex system designed to protect and insulate. At Goodrich Roofing, our job is to know every detail about how your roof protects your property. Here is a quick breakdown of parts of a shingle roof and their functions.

  • Decking – The decking is the flat structural base of your roof, providing a foundation for all the other roofing components. Typically made from plywood or oriented strand board (OSB), the decking is attached to the roof’s trusses or rafters, creating a solid surface that supports the roofing materials above
  • Underlayment – The underlayment is a critical layer of material installed between the roof decking and the outer roofing material. Its primary purpose is to provide an additional layer of protection against moisture, acting as a secondary barrier to prevent water from reaching the roof deck.
  • Shingles – Shingles are the outermost layer of a roof and serve as the first line of defense against the elements. They play a crucial role in protecting your home from rain, wind, sun, and other weather conditions while also contributing to the overall appearance and style of your home.
  • Ventilation – Ventilation is an essential part of a roofing system that helps regulate temperature and moisture levels in your attic and roof structure. Proper ventilation ensures that your roof lasts longer, your home remains comfortable, and energy costs are kept in check.
  • Flashing – Roof flashing is an important component of a roofing system designed to prevent water from affecting vulnerable points where different parts of the roof intersect or where roofing materials meet other structures. It helps ensure that these transition areas remain watertight and secure.
  • Gutters – Gutters are an essential component of a roofing system designed to manage and direct rainwater away from the roof and the foundation of a building. They help protect your home from water damage by channeling runoff efficiently

Call for a FREE Estimate from the Best Roofers in New Mexico

Estimates have always been free at Goodrich Roofing, because we want to be your residential and commercial roofer of choice. Give us a call today at (505) 884-0662 or submit an online request form on the right. We’d be pleased to schedule a convenient time to meet with you and discuss your needs.