An asphalt shingle roof is a big investment. Because of this, it makes sense that you want to find a shingle that lasts a long time.

Choosing the right type of roof shingle (aka roofing material) for your upcoming roof replacement is a big decision. So, it makes sense that you want to find the best.

With the rise in roofing prices and contracting in general, some homeowners are trying to find cheaper alternatives for their roofing projects. Maybe they’re hiring their neighbor, brother, uncle, a crew off Craigslist, or even someone who has a handwritten sign on the side of the road with a number to call.

3-tab roof shingles have been around the roofing industry for a long time. They even used to be the most common type of roofing material used around the country.

So, you have a 3-tab roof that’s leaking. But when you get an estimate to repair your roof leak, you learn your 3-tab shingle color is no longer available.

A roof replacement will always be an expensive investment. Because of this, some homeowners try to go the DIY roof replacement route.