Which Asphalt Shingles Are The Best? Expert Roofer Opinion

What is the best asphalt shingle for your roof? In this video, we compare the top asphalt shingle brands using real data from over 30 years and tens of thousands of roof installations. If you are researching roof replacement cost, best roofing materials, or which shingles last the longest, this video will give you clear, unbiased answers. We break down the most popular laminated architectural shingles, including Owens Corning, PABCO, CertainTeed, GAF, Malarkey Roofing Products, and TAMKO. Instead of opinions, we evaluate shingles based on what actually matters to homeowners: • Which asphalt shingles perform best in wind and storms • Which shingles have the fewest real-world problems • Which manufacturers honor warranties and support customers • How proper installation affects roof lifespan • Which shingle we would choose for our own home If you are planning a roof replacement, dealing with hail damage, or comparing roofing contractors, this video will help you avoid costly mistakes and choose the right shingle for your home. Timestamps 00:00 Introduction comparing asphalt shingles 00:03 The three criteria technical real world and manufacturer support 00:33 What are midweight laminated shingles 00:50 What is a laminated shingle and how it is made 01:18 The common bond explained for wind resistance 01:52 Brands being compared six major manufacturers 02:14 Final rankings from best to worst 03:06 Why Owens Corning became the top choice 03:16 Shingle nailing zones explained 03:31 Owens Corning Sure Nail strip strength demo 04:46 PABCO nailing zone and overlap 04:56 CertainTeed pros and limitations 05:21 GAF nailing zone issue with overlap 05:38 Malarkey performance overview 05:53 TAMKO concerns with installation accuracy 06:23 Why Owens Corning wins the nailing category 06:46 Seal down strip explained how shingles bond 07:17 Why Owens Corning seals better than others 08:22 Real world problems with different brands 09:00 Manufacturer defects and warranty experience 09:56 Common shingle issues granule loss explained 10:26 Warranty performance comparison 10:38 Manufacturer support differences 11:07 Final verdict best asphalt shingles 11:35 Easy Scheduling and learning center Whether you've never had a roof replaced before or just want to make sure nothing gets overlooked, this guide will give you the confidence to go into the project fully prepared. Excel Roofing has completed over 55,000 projects since 1993 and serves homeowners across Colorado & Wyoming. Our goal is simple. Educate first. Build trust. Deliver quality. If you want a roof inspection or detailed quote, contact us directly. Colorado roofing Wyoming roofing Roof replacement 2026 Hail damage roofing Asphalt Shingles Wyoming roofing contractor Denver roofing contractor Subscribe for clear, transparent roofing advice so you can make informed decisions before replacing your roof. excelroofing.com | (303)761-6400