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Asphalt Shingle Roofs Built as a Full System

Architectural shingles are the right roof for most North Shore homes. How they are installed decides how long they last.

Roofing

Why most homes here choose architectural shingles

Architectural, or dimensional, shingles are thicker than the old three-tab style, carry higher wind ratings, and give a roof more texture and depth. On capes, colonials, two-families, and Victorians across the North Shore they hit the best balance of cost, looks, and lifespan.

The shingle is only one layer of the roof. Underlayment, ice barrier, flashing, drip edge, and ventilation are what keep water out, and they are exactly where cheap jobs cut corners. We install the full system so your warranty holds up.

🔒 Licensed & insured, MA HIC #208538. Free inspection, written quote, no obligation.

The full shingle system

  • Architectural shingles from major manufacturers
  • Ice and water shield at eaves, valleys, and penetrations
  • Synthetic underlayment
  • Starter strip plus matching hip and ridge caps
  • New drip edge and step flashing
  • Ridge vent and soffit intake, balanced for your attic
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North Shore Know-How

Picking a shingle for coastal New England

Color and style are your call. A few things matter more here than in milder climates.

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Algae resistance

Shade and sea air feed the black streaks you see on older roofs. Algae-resistant shingles keep the roof looking clean for years.

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Wind rating

We install to the manufacturer's high-wind nailing pattern so the full wind rating applies to your roof.

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Real-daylight color

We bring sample boards to your home so you see colors against your siding and trim, not on a screen.

Our Process

How Your Asphalt Shingle Roofing Project Works

1

Free inspection

Roof, attic, and ventilation checked and photographed.

2

Pick your shingle

Sample boards at your house, in daylight.

3

Quote & permit

Written, itemized price. We pull the permit.

4

Install

Tear-off, deck repair, full system install.

5

Walkthrough

Cleanup, nail sweep, warranty registration.

Why FJM Construction

Local Experts. Real Crews. Honest Prices.

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Locally Owned & Operated

Rooted in Lynn since day one. We live here, work here, and stand behind every roof and siding job. No call centers, no runaround.

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Our Own Crew, Always

We never subcontract your project. The team that quotes your job does the work, led by owner Freddy Lopez.

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13+ Years of Experience

More than a decade on North Shore homes, from asphalt and metal to flat rubber roofs and full siding replacement.

Common Questions

Questions Homeowners Ask

How long do architectural shingles last here?

Installed correctly with good attic ventilation, typically 25 to 30 years on the North Shore. Poor ventilation and repeated ice dams are what shorten that.

What is the difference between three-tab and architectural shingles?

Architectural shingles are laminated, thicker, and heavier. They carry higher wind ratings and longer warranties, and most manufacturers have moved away from three-tab.

Can you match my existing shingles?

We bring samples and show you the closest options. Exact matches on older roofs are not always possible because product lines change, and we will tell you that up front.

Will you replace rotted wood under the shingles?

Yes. Soft decking is replaced and photographed so you see what was found. The per-sheet price is in your quote, so there are no surprises.

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Your Roof Won't Fix Itself

Get a free, no-pressure inspection from the North Shore's local roofing and siding crew. Honest assessment, written price, same-day response.

Licensed & insured · MA HIC #208538 · 13+ years in business