The average lifespan of asphalt shingles ranges.
Flat asphalt roof lifespan.
Right off the bat.
A typical asphalt shingle roof will last anywhere from 15 to 25 years before requiring replacement.
That said there are several different kinds of asphalt shingles as well as other roofing materials to consider when estimating longevity of a particular roofing system.
Wood shingles and shakes.
Asphalt shingles are inexpensive low maintenance and easy to install but tend to be less resistant to wind and strong rain than other materials.
Expect easy inexpensive repairs balanced by an increased risk of mold and mildew.
Some need replacement after just 10 years while others can last 25 years or more.
A thrifty option for vancouver homeowners and businessowners asphalt shingles typically last 15 to 20 years.
It is found on millions of american homes.
Here is what you should know about the lifespan and performance of asphalt shingles.
Asphalt shingles last 15 to 30 years.
Wood shingles and shakes can protect buildings for 30 to 50 years.
On average asphalt shingles can be expected to last less than 20 years depending on where you live and the type of weather that your roof is regularly exposed to.
But the lifespan of asphalt shingle roofs varies widely.