Full Tear-Off Roof Replacement with Owens Corning Duration Shingles

This one was a full tear-off - every layer stripped down to the decking before a single new shingle went on. That's the right way to do a roof replacement. It costs more time and effort than a layover, but it means you're starting with a clean, inspected deck. No surprises hiding underneath, no old material trapping moisture against your home for the next 30 years.

We went with Owens Corning TruDefinition Duration shingles in Estate Gray. It's a lifetime-rated architectural shingle that holds up against wind, impact, and whatever weather gets thrown at it. The color works really well against the gray siding here - cool, clean, and consistent across every plane of this large multi-pitch roof.

The black drip edge was a deliberate choice. It gives the roofline a defined, finished look where the shingle meets the fascia. It's one of those details that most people don't notice until it's missing - but once you see it done right, you can't unsee it.

We also installed lifetime pipe boots on every penetration. Most contractors use standard rubber boots that crack and fail within 10-15 years. Lifetime boots are made from a flexible, UV-resistant material that holds its seal far longer. It's a small upgrade that prevents one of the most common sources of roof leaks. That's the kind of thing we don't skip.

From the tear-off to the finished ridge, this is what a properly done asphalt shingle roof replacement looks like. Every layer matters. Every detail matters. The end result speaks for itself.