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Shingle Roofs in Livonia, MI built as a system
Architectural shingles look good from the street, but what keeps a Livonia house dry is the system underneath them. We install Owens Corning shingles with the underlayment, ice and water shield, flashing and ventilation a Michigan roof needs.
- Owens Corning shingles
- Ice and water shield
- Balanced attic ventilation
- Photos of every step
Free roof inspection & estimate
Livonia homeowners. A roofer, not a call center, gets back to you.
Shingles chosen for a Livonia roofline
Many Livonia homes have simple, wide roofs: a long ranch with a gentle pitch, a bi-level with a broad front slope, or a colonial with an attached garage. On a roof like that, the shingles are the first thing anyone sees from the street, and the color has to work with the brick, siding and trim that are already there.
It also has to perform. A low-pitch roof drains slowly and holds snow longer, so the details at the edges matter more. We tear off to the decking and install drip edge, ice and water shield at the eaves and in the valleys, synthetic underlayment over the rest of the deck, new flashing at the chimney and walls, and balanced intake and ridge ventilation. Then the shingles go on, nailed to the manufacturer’s pattern.
We install Owens Corning Duration and Duration FLEX shingles. Architectural shingles add depth to a plain ranch roof, and with the Design EyeQ visualizer you can see colors on a photo of a house before you decide. Scott walks you through the choices, and you get photos of every layer as it goes on.
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 Livonia.
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.
Learn moreWhat homeowners say
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.”
Matching the roof to the house
In Livonia, a new shingle color has to look right next to brick, siding and the houses on either side.
Most Livonia neighborhoods were built with a mix of red, tan and painted brick, aluminum or vinyl siding and plain trim. Many older streets have no HOA reviewing roof colors, which gives you more freedom, but also means the choice is all yours. We bring samples, help you compare colors against your brick and siding, and point out how a darker or lighter shingle will look on a broad, low ranch roof compared with a taller colonial.
Brick fronts
Shingle colors that work with the red, tan and painted brick common on Livonia ranches.
Gentle pitches
Extra attention to eaves and valleys on low slopes where snow and water linger.
Preview first
Samples and Design EyeQ previews so you can see the color on a house before you choose.
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Shingle roofing questions from Livonia homeowners
Choosing and installing an asphalt shingle roof.
Does my Livonia subdivision need to approve my shingle color?
Are architectural shingles right for a low-pitch ranch?
Do I need a permit for a new shingle roof in Livonia?
What is the difference between Duration and Duration FLEX?
How long do asphalt shingles last in Michigan?
Can I see what a color will look like on my house?
Pick your shingles with a roofer beside you
Book a free inspection in Livonia. We’ll check the roof, bring samples and give you a written estimate.