Thus far in our Roofing 101 series, we’ve tackled six of the seven different layers of a well-constructed roofing system, sharing the importance of each respective layer. Here’s a quick recap of what we’ve covered: Part 1: The Importance of Leak Barriers Part 2: Roof Deck Protection Part 3: Starter Strip Shingles Part 4: Choosing the Right Rooftop Accessories for Improved Performance Part 5: The Importance of Healthy Attic Ventilation Part 6: The Importance of Ridge Cap Shingles In Part 7 of the series, we’ll be talking about the shingles themselves — with a focus on asphalt shingles. Before we get started, we’d like to note that at Legacy Exteriors our roofing system brand of choice is GAF. They are the top asphalt roofing company in America, offering excellent asphalt roofing systems, along with fantastic warranties. That said, if you choose to work with a roofing installer who does not work with GAF products, you’ll want to make sure you are having a comparable roofing product, with a comparable warranty, installed on your home. The