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Shingle Roofs in Southfield, MI built as a system
Architectural asphalt shingles are the right roof for most Southfield homes, as long as everything under them is done right. We install Owens Corning shingles as a complete system, from the ice and water shield to the ridge vent.
- Owens Corning shingles
- Ice and water shield
- Balanced attic ventilation
- Photos of every step
Free roof inspection & estimate
Southfield homeowners. A roofer, not a call center, gets back to you.
Shingles that suit a Southfield brick home
On a Southfield ranch or colonial, the roof is a big part of what you see from the street, and it has to work with brick that isn’t going to change. Red, tan, blended and painted brick all pair differently with shingle colors, and a color that looks right on a sample board can look very different over a long, low ranch roofline. That is why we help you preview Owens Corning colors with the Design EyeQ visualizer and look at samples against your own brick before you decide.
The shingles are only the part you see. Under them, a roof that lasts in Southfield needs ice and water shield at the eaves and valleys, a synthetic underlayment, drip edge at every edge, new step and counterflashing where the roof meets the chimney and walls, and balanced ventilation. The gentle slopes on many ranch homes make that eave protection especially important, because snow and ice sit there longer.
We install Owens Corning shingles from the Duration and Duration FLEX lines, matched with the components that go with them, and we photograph each layer so you can see the work that ends up covered.
Every layer of a Kincaide shingle roof
Skip one of these and the shingles on top can’t do their job. Here’s what we install and why it matters in Southfield.
Architectural shingles
Owens Corning Duration and Duration FLEX lines: thick, dimensional shingles in a wide range of colors.
Ice and water protection
A self-sealing membrane at the eaves and in the valleys, where ice dams and melting snow push water uphill.
Synthetic underlayment
A water-resistant layer over the rest of the decking, the second line of defense if a shingle is lost.
Drip edge and starter
Metal drip edge directs water into the gutter, and a starter strip seals the first course against wind lift.
Intake and ridge vents
Air in at the soffits and out at the ridge keeps the attic cooler in summer and drier in winter.
Flashing and ridge caps
New flashing at walls, chimneys and pipes, finished with hip and ridge shingles that match the field.
Repair, rejuvenate or re-shingle?
Not every tired shingle roof needs to come off. If the damage is limited to a few areas, a repair is the honest answer. If the shingles are drying out and shedding granules but the decking is sound, roof rejuvenation can add years for a fraction of the cost of a new roof.
When the shingles are curling, cracking or leaking in several places, or the decking is soft, it’s time for a new roof. Before you choose a color, you can preview Owens Corning shingles on a photo of your own house with the Design EyeQ visualizer, which helps when an HOA has to approve the color.
| Option | Best when | What we do |
|---|---|---|
| RepairSpot damage | A few missing or lifted shingles | Replace shingles, reseal, reflash |
| RejuvenationAging but sound | Dry, brittle shingles, solid deck | Bio-based treatment restores oils |
| Re-shingleFull replacement | Widespread wear, leaks or soft decking | Tear-off and full new system |
| Ventilation fixWith any option | Ice dams, hot attic, frost | Balance intake and exhaust |
From inspection to finished ridge
You see what we see at every stage, and nothing gets covered up without a photo.
Free roof inspection
We check the shingles, flashing, vents and attic, and photograph the problem areas.
- Shingle and deck condition
- Ventilation check
- Repair vs. replace advice
Pick your shingles
You get a written estimate and can try Owens Corning colors on your own house with Design EyeQ.
- Duration or Duration FLEX
- Design EyeQ color preview
- Financing available
Tear-off and install
We protect the house with boards, install the full system and clean up every day.
- Photos of every layer
- Evening briefing
- Dumpster included
Hail or wind damage?
We document storm damage to shingles with photos you can share with your insurance adjuster.
Keep the whole roof working together
Shingles, ventilation, flashing and ice protection all affect how long your roof lasts.
Roof Replacement
Full tear-off and a new Owens Corning shingle system, with the yard protected and cleaned up every day.
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Roof Rejuvenation
A bio-based treatment that restores aging asphalt shingles and adds up to 5 years per application.
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Leak Prevention & Waterproofing
Ice and water shield, flashing and ventilation that stop ice dams and leaks before they start.
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Real reviews from Metro Detroit customers.
“Kincaide roofing went above and beyond our expectations. Scott (the owner) took pictures of every step and fix he made. They were punctual, thorough and very professional. No B.S. with Scott, the communication was straight forward and gave us briefings every night before they left.”
“I can’t say enough good things about this company. Scott the owner walked me through the whole process from start to finish. They protected my house with boards during the job and did a fantastic job on clean up! All this and a fair price!”
“Great craftsmanship, Competitive prices gets the job done on time. man of his word! I would recommend him to friends and family.”
Shingle roofs built for Southfield rooflines
Southfield’s postwar homes have a few recurring roof shapes, and each one asks something different of the shingle system.
Across Southfield, from the streets between Nine and Ten Mile to the neighborhoods north of I-696, you see the same handful of roof styles: low hip and gable ranches, steeper colonial roofs, split-levels with several roof planes stepping down, and additions tied in over the years. We plan the underlayment, flashing and ventilation around the shape of your roof, not a one-size layout.
Low-slope ranches
Long, gentle roofs where extra ice and water shield at the eaves earns its keep every winter.
Split-levels
Several roof planes meeting walls, where step flashing and kickout flashing do most of the work.
Color with brick
Shingle colors chosen against your own brick, previewed with Design EyeQ before you commit.
- Southfield
- Lathrup Village
- Northland area
- Oak Park
- Detroit
- Farmington Hills
- Bingham Farms
- Franklin
- Beverly Hills
Shingle roofing questions from Southfield homeowners
Choosing shingles and understanding what goes under them.
What shingle color goes with a red brick house in Southfield?
My Southfield ranch has a very low roof pitch. Can it still have shingles?
Do I need a permit for a new shingle roof in Southfield?
What is the difference between Duration and Duration FLEX?
Why does ice and water shield matter so much here?
How long will a new shingle roof last?
Get a shingle roof estimate in Southfield
Book a free inspection. We’ll measure, check the attic and help you pick a color that works with your brick.