You found a few shingles in the yard after last night’s wind. Or there are granules piling up at the bottom of the downspout, and the roof is old enough that you’ve been half expecting this. Now you need someone who handles shingle roofing in Springfield, MO to tell you whether it’s a repair or a new roof, without turning a small problem into a big sales pitch.
Most homeowners don’t think about their roof until something like this happens, and then it’s hard to know who to believe. You should be able to see the problem for yourself and get a plain answer.
APC Roofing is a GAF Certified contractor, licensed and insured, with an office in Springfield. We repair and replace asphalt shingle roofs on homes across the area, and the inspection and estimate are free. Call 913-398-5020 to have your roof checked.
What Springfield weather does to asphalt shingles
Shingles in southwest Missouri work hard. Spring and early summer bring hail, and hail bruises shingles and knocks loose the granules that protect the asphalt from the sun. You often can’t see that from the ground, but you’ll find the granules in your gutters.
Straight-line winds from spring storms lift shingle edges and break the factory seal strip that holds each shingle down. A shingle that’s been lifted and creased doesn’t lie flat again, and the next storm can tear it off.
Winter brings ice and freeze-thaw cycles. When heat from the house melts snow on the upper roof, the water can refreeze at the colder eaves, back up under the shingles and leak into the walls or ceiling. Summer heat and humidity bake the shingles and encourage the dark algae streaks you see on many north-facing roofs around the Ozarks.
Shingle roofing in Springfield, MO: the main types
Architectural shingles are the most common choice on new roofs today. They’re built from two bonded layers, which gives them a thicker, dimensional look and usually better wind ratings than older styles. Learn more about architectural shingle roofing in Springfield.
3-tab shingles are the flat, single-layer style found on many older Springfield homes. They’re lighter and simpler, and today they’re mostly a question of repairing or matching an existing roof. See 3-tab shingle roofing in Springfield.
Premium and impact-resistant shingles are heavier products designed to look like slate or shake, or to stand up better to hail. They’re worth asking about if your roof has taken repeated hail damage.
More than shingles: what makes a shingle roof last
The shingles are the part you see. What’s underneath decides a lot about how the roof performs:
- Decking that’s solid, with rotted or soft boards replaced during a tear-off
- Underlayment across the whole roof as a second layer of protection
- Ice and water barrier at the eaves and in valleys, which matters with Missouri ice dams
- Drip edge so water runs into the gutter instead of behind it
- Starter strip and ridge caps made for the job, not cut-up shingles
- Flashing at chimneys, walls and pipes, layered so water runs over it
When a shingle roof fails early, one of these details is often the reason.
Shingle repair or a new shingle roof?
A repair usually makes sense when damage is in one area, like a few missing shingles, a cracked pipe boot or a loose piece of flashing, and the rest of the roof has life left. Our shingle roof repair in Springfield page covers what that involves.
Replacement makes more sense when hail or wind damage is spread across the roof, shingles are curling and losing granules everywhere, or you’re fixing leaks every year. If that’s where you are, see shingle roof installation in Springfield. Many residential shingle roofs are replaced in a single day.
Storm damage and your insurance claim
After a hailstorm, it’s easy to feel rushed. You file your own claim with your insurance company and pay your own deductible. We document the damage with photos, give you a written estimate and can meet your adjuster at the house so nothing gets missed. Be wary of anyone who offers to waive your deductible.
How it works with APC Roofing
- Book your free inspection. Call 913-398-5020 or request a free online estimate.
- Get a clear, honest assessment and estimate. You’ll see photos of what we found and get a written estimate with your options, repair or replacement.
- Get the work done and the site cleaned up. The crew picks up old shingles and nails before leaving.
Financing is available through Aqua Finance, Fortifi, Hearth and Home Run Finance.
Shingle roofing questions from Springfield homeowners
How do I know if hail damaged my shingles?
Look for granules in gutters and dents on metal vents or gutters. Bruised shingles are hard to spot from the ground, so a free inspection after a real hailstorm is worth it.
Can you match my existing shingles for a repair?
Often, but older shingles fade and some colors and styles are discontinued, so a perfect match isn’t always possible. We’ll tell you how close it’ll be before any work starts.
Should I get architectural or 3-tab shingles?
Most homeowners choose architectural for a new roof because of the look and wind performance. 3-tab mostly comes up when repairing an older roof.
What are the dark streaks on my roof?
Usually algae, which grows in Springfield’s humid summers, especially on shaded slopes. It’s mostly cosmetic. Some shingles are made to resist it.
A shingle roof you don’t have to wonder about
Loose or missing shingles let water reach the decking, and a little water every storm adds up to rot and ceiling damage. You don’t have to rush. A clear look at the roof is the first step.
Get the right repair or the right new roof, and the next Ozarks storm is just weather. No surprise bill, no second-guessing. Call 913-398-5020 to book your free inspection.
