Asphalt Shingle Roofing
The most common choice on metro homes, balancing cost, durability, and curb appeal. We recommend impact-rated products here because Oklahoma hail earns the upgrade back.
What This Covers
Asphalt is on most homes in the metro for good reason: it balances cost, life, and looks better than anything else at the price. In central Oklahoma the question is not usually shingle versus something else, it is whether to pay the difference for impact-rated.
Signs You Need This Service
- Replacing an existing asphalt roof
- Choosing material for new construction
- Wanting the insurance discount that comes with impact-rated shingle
Materials & Methods
- Architectural (dimensional) shingles rather than three-tab
- Class 4 impact-rated options, which most Oklahoma insurers discount
- Synthetic underlayment and full starter and ridge components
What to Expect
- 01Colour samples on your roof, in your light, before you choose
- 02A clear comparison of standard versus impact-rated cost and payback
- 03Manufacturer warranty registered in your name
Asphalt Options Compared
| Roof Type | Lifespan | Common Issues | Repair Complexity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3-tab | 15 to 20 years | Flat profile, 60 to 70 mph rating | Least suited to central Oklahoma |
| Architectural | 25 to 30 years | Dimensional, 110 to 130 mph rating | The metro default |
| Impact-rated Class 4 | 30 years plus | Best hail resistance available in asphalt | Insurance discount usually applies |
| Cool-roof rated | 25 to 30 years | Reflective granules, lighter colours | Marginal cooling gain, ventilation matters more |
Why EVZone
Why Oklahoma City homeowners call us back
Local crews, straight answers, and a jobsite left cleaner than we found it.
Local crews, here after the storm chasers leave
We meet your adjuster on the roof
Free documented inspections
Magnetic nail sweep before we leave
Straight answers, even when the answer is no
Questions
Asphalt Shingle Roofing Questions
What is the difference between three-tab and architectural shingles?
Architectural shingles are thicker, layered, and carry better wind ratings and longer warranties. Three-tab is thinner and flatter, and we rarely recommend it here.
How long does an asphalt roof last in Oklahoma?
Rated life is 25 to 30 years, but hail usually decides the real answer well before wear does.
Are impact-rated shingles worth the extra cost?
In central Oklahoma, usually yes. They resist hail bruising far better and most Oklahoma insurers discount your premium for having them.
Can I pick the colour?
Yes, and we bring samples to your roof so you see them in your own light rather than under showroom lighting.
What wind speed can asphalt shingles handle before they lift?
Architectural shingles are commonly rated to 110 or 130 mph when installed to spec, but the rating assumes correct nailing and a sealed bond. On an ageing roof, gusts in the 50 to 60 mph range are enough to break seals.
Service areas
Where we work
Pick your city for local storm history, permit notes, and what roofs are like in your area.
Request a free inspection
Tell us what your roof is doing and we will call you back to get on the schedule.