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title: Can You Install Asphalt Shingles on a Flat Roof?
description: Do you have an asphalt roof with a flat section? If so, you need to know if it's a good idea to install asphalt shingles on a flat roof or even a low slope roof. In this video, you'll learn if you can install asphalt shingles on a flat roof, why it is or isn't a good idea, and the other options.
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# [Can You Install Asphalt Shingles on a Flat Roof?](https://www.billraganroofing.com/blog/can-install-asphalt-shingles-flat-roof)

 Written by [Bill Ragan](https://www.billraganroofing.com/blog/author/bill-ragan) | Sep 13, 2022

## Can you install asphalt shingles on a flat roof?

A flat or low slope roof doesn't have enough roof pitch to drain water like a normal roof. Because of this, a flat roof needs a certain type of roofing material to prevent water from getting into your home. 

If you're like most homeowners, you're probably considering installing asphalt shingles on your flat roof. But is this a good idea?

For over 30 years, the team at Bill Ragan Roofing has provided transparent roofing information to homeowners just like you. That's why I'll break down whether or not you should install asphalt shingles on a flat roof. 

In this video, you'll learn if you can install asphalt shingles on a flat roof and why. After watching, check out [The Best Materials for a Flat Roof](https://www.billraganroofing.com/blog/best-materials-for-a-flat-roof) to learn your other flat roofing material options. 

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