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Roofing a house with 3 tab shingles.
Check with your roofing dealer to learn about any installation differences.
Measure your roof so you can be sure you buy the right amount of shingles.
They are designed to be installed with a 5 inch reveal.
They are typically 36 inches long in total.
3 tab shingles are the most common type of shingle.
Asphalt shingles are easy to install last anywhere from 10 to 50 years depending on the type and are less expensive than other roofing materials such as slate tile and metal.
Architectural shingles are another option and are installed the same way as 3 tab shingles but give your roof more of a 3 d effect due to their varied shapes.
In addition 3 tab shingles lie flat to the roof decking and create a clean shape with neat looking lines on your roof.
Three tab shingles are usually 36 inches long.
The 3 tab asphalt shingle also called a composition shingle or fiberglass shingle is the most common type of roofing shingle.
They come in a single tab shape even though they are available in a variety of colors.
Traditional shingles are the 3 tab variety.