Residential shingling built for Atlantic weather
Architectural shingle systems for new homes, additions and complete residential roofing scopes.
Treat the roof as a system.
A roof system specified for the actual property—not a one-size-fits-all package.
Anatomy of a pitched roof
A pitched roof is a system of layers, each with a job to do. Here's how it comes together. Layers tagged In this service are part of Residential Shingling.
- 01Roof deck
The structural base every other layer depends on. Soft or rotted sections weaken the whole roof.
- 02Ice & water protection
A self-adhering waterproof membrane at eaves and valleys, where ice dams and wind-driven rain hit hardest.
- 03UnderlaymentIn this service
A secondary water-shedding layer across the whole deck, underneath the shingles.
- 04FlashingIn this service
Metal at chimneys, walls, edges and valleys that steers water away from joints.
- 05Architectural shinglesIn this service
The weather surface you see, laid in overlapping courses to shed rain and resist wind.
- 06Ridge ventilationIn this service
Lets heat and moisture escape the attic, helping protect the deck and shingles from below.
Typical assembly shown. The exact system depends on your building.
Signs worth a closer look.
Common reasons people reach out. The actual roof condition decides whether it needs a repair, a replacement or a larger scope.
- 01New construction or addition
- 02Aging architectural shingles
- 03Wind-lift or missing tabs
- 04Granule loss
- 05Recurring leak points
- Not sure? Call (902) 469-2260
From quote to closeout
- 1
Rapid quote triage
- 2
Property assessment
- 3
Written scope + options
- 4
Scheduling + installation
- 5
Final quality check
Residential Shingling, answered.
Still not sure what your roof needs? Call the Dartmouth office.
Call (902) 469-2260Do you offer free quotes for residential roofs?
Yes. Residential quotes are free and no-commitment. Start a Rapid Quote or call the Dartmouth office.
Do you roof new homes and additions?
Yes. New residential shingling, including new homes and additions, is a core part of McCarthy's residential work.
How do I know if I need repairs or a new roof?
Granule loss, wind-lifted or missing shingles and recurring leaks are all worth a closer look. An assessment of the actual roof decides whether a repair or a replacement makes sense.
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Ready to start your roof project?
Tell us what kind of property needs attention and where it is. Our Dartmouth team will follow up to assess the roof and put the scope in writing.
