Roofing System Vs New Shingles: Which Is The Best Roofing Solution For Sioux Falls, SD?

Roofing System Vs New Shingles: Which Is The Best Roofing Solution For Sioux Falls, SD?

So your roof needs repair, now what? While you could hire a roofing contractor who will source your shingles from one supplier, your underlays from another, and so on, just to cut cost, having highly respected roofing experts replace your roofing with a uniform system from a single, trusted manufacturer is the best way to protect your Sioux Falls home or commercial property. 


Here’s why.


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What Is A Roofing System?

The Parts Of A Roofing System:

New Shingles vs Roof System:  What Is The Difference?

Is A New Roofing System Or New Shingles Best For Your Sioux Falls, SD, Home?

If Only A Few Shingles Are Damaged Or Lifting Do I Need To Replace My Entire Roof?

New Shingles Vs Roofing System:  Warranty

New Shingles Vs Roofing System:  Protection

Roofing System Vs New Shingles: The Verdict

What Is A Roofing System?

A roofing system is composed of everything that goes on your roof to keep it protected from the elements and is sourced from a single manufacturer. When all pieces are sourced from a single manufacturer you benefit from all warranties and a roofing system that is designed to work in unison to protect your home. 


Owens Corning is the roofing material manufacturer we trust. As an Owens Corning recognized supplier, we only use Owens Corning roofing materials because everything is designed to work together, is of exceptional quality, and is backed by an unbeatable warranty.

The Parts Of A Roofing System:

  • The Deck
  • Is the foundation and is securely installed to support the other roofing materials 
  • Underlayment
  • Usually made of self-sealing synthetic material to provide the deck with a non-slip protective barrier from the elements
  • Air Intake Ventilation
  • Installed along the underside of the fascia to allow fresh air to enter your attic
  • Exhaust Ventilation
  • Can be installed in the hip of the roof or along the sides of your roof to allow hot air to leave your attic
  • Flashing
  • Installed around chimneys, vents, dormers, skylights, and so on, to direct water to flow off the roof
  • Ice And Water Barrier 
  • A synthetic underlayment installed to prevent damage from high winds, ice, and water
  • Drip Edge
  • Removes water from the eaves (gutters) off the building
  • May not need to be replaced when you replace your roof system
  • Eaves or Gutters
  • Collect the water running off of the roof and are angled to move the water toward the drip edge and drain pipes. 
  • May not need replacing when your new roofing system is installed. 
  • Starter Shingles
  • Strip or roll shingles installed to provide a non-slip surface for your shingles
  • Prevent shingles from being blown off and water from infiltrating
  • Shingles
  • Depending on the style, color, and design you choose, they can change the look and feel of your Sioux Falls home
  • Made from asphalt, wood, composite, slate, clay, and metal
  • Range in the level of protection, appearance, and price
  • 

Not everything in a roofing system needs replacement when your roof needs major repair. The roofing experts at Callaway Roofing, Siding, And Windows will happily inspect your roof and let you know what needs replacing and what doesn’t.

New Shingles vs Roof System:  What Is The Difference?

Installing new shingles involves removing your existing shingles, underlays, flashing, and whatever else needs replacing, however, each part is not sourced from the same manufacturer and may not even be of the same quality. Sourcing roofing materials from multiple manufacturers is done either to increase the profit from providing a roofing service or to save you money. 


To learn more about what is involved in our roof inspections, installations, and repairs, check out our
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Replacing a roof system consists of removing the shingles, flashing, and underlays, inspecting and repairing the deck, and installing all-new materials from the deck up all sourced from a single, reputable, manufacturer and the same line to ensure your Sioux Falls home or commercial property is getting the best protection from a harmonious roof system.  If the exhaust vents need replacing or additional ventilation is needed, your roofing contractor will install those as well. 

Is A New Roofing System Or New Shingles Best For Your Sioux Falls, SD, Home?

If Only A Few Shingles Are Damaged Or Lifting Do I Need To Replace My Entire Roof?

If your Sioux Falls roof only needs some shingles replaced and the underlay and deck are sound, just have those shingles properly replaced. Your warranty may cover the cost.


However, if most of your shingles are lifting, damaged, or worn, your entire roof should be replaced with new shingles, underlays, and flashing but a whole roof system replacement may not be necessary.


New Shingles Vs Roofing System:  Warranty

When a roofing contractor installs new shingles and roofing materials sourced from several different manufacturers and different lines, warranties may be voided. 


Roofing materials all have separate warranties and within those warranties, there are specifications that need to be met for them to be honored by the manufacturer. For example, a shingles manufacturer warranty may specify that it will only honor the warranty if installed on top of a particular kind of barrier or if installed by a roofing contractor they recognize.

New Shingles Vs Roofing System:  Protection

When a roofer sources every roofing material from a different manufacturer or even a different line, the roofing system may not function as a uniform barrier and protection system for your home. Ultimately, your roof is not getting the protection you think it is. While you might be saving money initially, having new shingles installed rather than a holistic roofing system will end up costing you more in the end.

Cost Of New Shingles Vs. Roofing Systems In Sioux Falls, SD

Replacing your existing roof with new asphalt shingles alone costs between $5 000 and $11 000 while installing a new roof system with asphalt shingles can cost between $10 000 and $20 000. To see roof repair price comparisons go to HomeAdvisor


While you may think you are saving money by hiring a roofing contractor to install your new shingles who sources materials from several suppliers to cut costs, having a roofing system installed saves you money in the long run. 


If your roofing materials are not from a single manufacturer, they may not provide the lasting protection you invested in and will end up costing you more in the long run with premature replacement, or worse.

Roofing System Vs New Shingles: The Verdict

A roofing system is the best roofing solution for your Sioux Falls, SD, property. A system ensures that all materials are from the same manufacturer and are designed to work together harmoniously to protect your home or business for as long as its warranty states. 


To ensure all warranties are honored, have your roofing system installed by a licensed roofing contractor who is recognized by the roofing materials manufacturer. 


When you have roofing experts like Callaway Roofing, Siding, And Windows installing your roof, you know all materials come from the best manufacturer in the industry, Owens Corning, and are being installed by an Owens Corning recognized roofing contractor which means all warranties will be honored and everything is designed to work together to provide the best protection for your Sioux Falls residential or commercial property. Guaranteed. 

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