When it comes to roofing materials, shingles are by and large the most frequent for a number of reasons.  Price is usually the deciding factor when it comes to installing a new roof in Hollywood, but for the resident of South Florida are often willing to pay a little more for roofs that are resistant to the high winds and rain that come with hurricane season. Shingle roofs in Hollywood, FL are pretty good when it comes to their wind and rain resistance and have a usual lifespan of around twenty or so years, but it’s not unusual to see odd colors and unfastened shingles after a few years because of the effects of sunlight, salty conditions and driving wind and rain. If you are examining a piece of your shingle roof and it looks like it could use some work, give the professionals at J & K Roofing a call.  The skilled roofers at J & K Roofing have completed hundreds of projects involving shingles and know exactly what they are doing.

Shingles are very durable when installed by a legitimate roofing expert like J & K Roofing. They are made from a mixture of asphalt pressed onto a fiberglass backing. This establishes waterproof squares which are arranged a way that water will pour off without infiltrating the shingles. Usually a layer of tarpaper is placed down prior to the shingles for a guard against the elements.

When placed side by side with to other kinds of roofing materials such as tiles or metal, shingles are a much more cost effective option. While tile and metal roofs have a lifespan of 50 years or more, they are considerably more expensive. Many people find the most cost effective option is to go with shingles which can last for twenty years with regular maintenance. Since a home is usually the biggest investment someone will make, protecting the most important part of it should be priority number one. At J & K Roofing, we understand that our customers have made a significant investment in buying a house and we do everything possible to ensure the job we do is up to par. We’ve heard too many horror stories of unprincipled roofers to let our customers suffer like that. If you’re in need of a new roof or roof repairs in Hollywood, FL, call J & K Roofing right away for an inspection and estimate.

J & K Roofing in Hollywood, FL specializes in:

• ·         New Roofs
• ·         Roof Restoration
• ·         Roof Coatings
• ·         Waterproofing
• ·         Roof Repairs