Asphalt Shingle Roofing in Central Texas
One of Central Texas's Only Owens Corning Platinum Preferred Contractors
One of Central Texas's Only Owens Corning Platinum Preferred Contractors
Asphalt shingle roofing is the most widely installed roofing system in North America. It consists of layered fiberglass-reinforced shingles coated with asphalt and embedded with mineral granules, designed to shed water, resist wind, and protect a home's structural envelope from the elements.
For Central Texas homeowners, asphalt shingles represent the practical foundation of residential roofing. They are cost-effective, widely available, and manufactured in a range of performance tiers that span from builder-grade entry-level products to Class 4 impact-resistant systems engineered specifically for hail-prone markets like Williamson County.
Not all asphalt shingles are the same. The difference between a 3-tab builder shingle and an Owens Corning Duration Storm is the difference between a roof that survives one hail season and one that's warranted for a lifetime.
Asphalt shingles remain the most installed roofing material in Central Texas for three reasons: proven performance, accessible cost, and a product tier system that scales from basic protection to Class 4 impact resistance.
For a homeowner replacing a roof after a hail event, asphalt shingles offer the fastest path from damage to protection at a price point that works with most insurance settlements. For a homeowner building or upgrading on their own timeline, the Owens Corning product line offers a clear progression from standard to premium that lets budget and priorities drive the decision rather than forcing a single option.
The limitation of asphalt is real. Granule loss over time, susceptibility to extreme UV exposure, and a finite warranty ceiling mean asphalt is not the last roof every homeowner will ever need. But for the majority of Central Texas homes, the right asphalt shingle installed correctly by a Platinum Preferred contractor is a roof that performs, protects, and holds its value for decades.
Our comprehensive inspection documents your roof's structure, ventilation, and current materials before we ever recommend a product or price. You receive the full report regardless of what you decide next.
What is an ArkCertified Inspection?Once you've selected your shingle, we take great care to ensure your home experiences minimum disruption and that your property is protected throughout the entire installation.
See Our ProcessEvery Central Texas roof tells a story about the decision behind it.
A meaningful upgrade from the builder-grade shingle most Central Texas homes came with. More color options, better wind protection, and a lifetime warranty that 3-tab can't touch.
Where performance starts getting serious. SureNail Technology gives each shingle a stronger grip against wind-driven weathering, and Class 3 impact resistance handles most Central Texas hail events without breaking a sweat.
Built specifically for markets where hail isn't a question of if, it's when. Class 4 impact resistance and WeatherGuard Technology make this the most protected asphalt shingle Owens Corning makes. Most Texas insurance carriers recognize it for premium discounts.
The point where asphalt ends and something better begins. Same Class 4 hail protection as Duration Storm but with no granules to lose, no layers to delaminate, and a 50-year warranty that outlasts every asphalt option on this list. Entry-level luxury with a lifetime return on investment.
The September 24, 2023 hailstorm caused an estimated $600 million in combined damage across Travis and Williamson Counties, making it the costliest hailstorm in Austin-area recorded history according to the National Weather Service. (Source) The majority of those damaged roofs were asphalt shingle. That's not a knock on the material. It's a reminder that not all asphalt shingles are built the same.
Summer attic temperatures regularly exceed 160 degrees. UV exposure runs nine to ten months annually. The single biggest variable between a roof that holds up and one that doesn't in this climate is which tier of asphalt shingle was installed and how.
A builder-grade 3-tab shingle was never engineered for what Central Texas asks of it. A Class 4 architectural shingle installed by a Platinum Preferred contractor is a different product entirely. The climate is the same. The outcome doesn't have to be.
A new asphalt shingle roof is a significant investment. Ark offers flexible payment options so the right shingle for your home doesn't have to wait on the wrong financial moment.
Ark not only replaced my roof, they totally redone my home's exterior. The best-looking work I have ever had done. Nice to have a local Georgetown business right up the road.
The company president is personally committed to excellence from start to finish. He conducted a detailed survey, including an inspection from inside the attic and a drone overview. One of the best experiences we have ever had with a contractor.
Luke and his team were very professional and good at communicating throughout the whole process. They took care of everything and made the work pretty painless. Don't hesitate to give them a chance.
