20-year and 25-year 3-tab shingles are the least expensive shingles on the market. They are a flat, single piece, composition shingle with 2 "cutouts" to create the appearance of "3 individual Tabs" In Houston, these thin shingles typically last only 10 to 15 years!

The Better Choice is a Laminated Dimesional !

Laminated shingles normally come in 30, 35, 40, and 50-year varieties--the number corresponds to the length of warranty offered by the manufacturer. These shingles are made from 2 separate layers, bonded together with adhesive, and are designed to have an architectural dimensional appearance. This type shingle is more attractive in appearance, last longer than 3-tab which makes it a much better choice. A Better Roof installs more laminated shingles compared to the 3-tab variety. This is due to the fact that the look of a "Laminated Dimensional Shingle" is so much better in appearance and quality…and just for a few dollars more in comparison.  It's just a better choice overall. In many cases, A Better Roof can install the laminated dimensional shingle for the cost of what our competitors charge for the ordinary 3-tab shingles.