Are architectural shingles worth the price difference?

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Are architectural shingles worth the price difference if you was rehabbing a house for resale?

I thought it could be a selling feature. Most of  the major builders use the cheapest ones possible it seems....So what do I know?

Account Closed · Answer

@Joe S.

Probably area dependent but around here even if the 3 tabs are new buyers are deducting cost of replacing them as they’re a garbage design in comparison. This assumes you’re selling to owner occupied.

Sarah Lewis · Answer

Really depends on price point/neighborhood. Look at other houses on the block.

Sarah Lewis · Answer

Really depends on price point/neighborhood. Look at other houses on the block.

Kevin Reid · Answer

Only if you think curb appeal will help with the sale, 3 tab roofs look cheap to some. It's not much more, but you can advertise it better. Even a brand new 3 tab roof you are lucky to get 15 years or so, but architectural is a 25 to 50 year roof.

JD Martin · Answer

Only if you can see the roof. Now if I was going to own it, yes I rather have architect shingles

Ryan B. · Answer

@Joe S. Often any increase in the price can be offset by a reduction in the install cost.  The architectural shingles don’t have to be lined up like three tab do.  That results in less waste and a quicker install.  Around here, most roofers provide the “upgrade” to them for free because it’s nearly cost neutral.

Are architectural shingles worth the price difference?

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