Quality Protection,Budget-Friendly Price.

3-Tab shingles remain a viable option for specific situations: rental properties, tight budgets, outbuildings, or homes being sold. They provide adequate protection in areas without severe weather. However, for your primary residence in Ohio, we typically recommend architectural shingles for their better wind resistance, longer lifespan, and superior warranties.

In Ohio's climate, you can expect 15-20 years from 3-tab shingles with proper installation and ventilation. This is notably less than the 25-35 years typical for architectural shingles. Ohio's freeze-thaw cycles, summer heat, and occasional severe storms are more demanding on the thinner 3-tab design.

We install 3-tab shingles when they fit the customer's needs and budget. For rental properties, outbuildings, or very tight budgets, they make sense. For primary residences, we typically recommend upgrading to architectural shingles - the 15-20% price difference delivers significantly better protection, appearance, and warranty coverage.

3-Tab shingles typically offer 6-12 colors, fewer than the 20+ colors available in architectural lines. Common options include black, charcoal gray, weathered wood, and slate. We'll show you the available colors during your consultation.

Absolutely, and we recommend considering it. When it's time to replace a 3-tab roof, upgrading to architectural shingles is a smart investment. The additional cost (typically $1,000-2,000 for an average home) delivers 10-15 extra years of life, better wind protection, and enhanced curb appeal.