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Shingle Roofs in Pontiac, MI built as a system
We install Owens Corning architectural shingles on Pontiac homes as a complete system, from drip edge and ice and water shield to flashing, vents and ridge, in a color that suits the house.
- Owens Corning shingles
- Ice and water shield
- Balanced attic ventilation
- Photos of every step
Free roof inspection & estimate
Pontiac homeowners. A roofer, not a call center, gets back to you.
Shingles that suit an older Pontiac house
Pontiac has a wide mix of houses: older homes near downtown with steep gables and dormers, post-war bungalows with simple rooflines, and ranches on wider lots. Architectural asphalt shingles work well on all of them, and the right color can make a tired older house look like it belongs on the street again.
What you see is only part of it. On steep older roofs with valleys, dormers and brick chimneys, the details under the shingles matter most. We install drip edge, ice and water shield along the eaves and in every valley, synthetic underlayment, new step flashing and counterflashing, and ventilation balanced between the soffits and the ridge. Older attics often have too little intake, so we look at that too.
We install Owens Corning shingles from the Duration and Duration FLEX lines. You can preview colors on a photo of your own house with the Design EyeQ visualizer before you choose, and we photograph every stage of the installation so you know what is under the shingles once they are 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 Pontiac.
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.”
Picking a shingle for your Pontiac home
Roof shape, house style and Michigan weather all point toward the right choice.
On older homes, a darker or weathered color often suits brick and wood trim, while bungalows and ranches leave more room to change the look. Whatever you choose has to handle snow load, ice at the eaves and summer hail. If your house is in a designated historic district, check with the City of Pontiac about any exterior review before you settle on a color.
Color and style
Design EyeQ previews on your own house so you can see the color before it goes on.
Built for winter
Ice and water shield at eaves and valleys, where Michigan ice dams form.
Ventilation
Balanced intake and ridge exhaust so the attic doesn’t bake the shingles in summer.
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Shingle roofing questions from Pontiac homeowners
Straight answers about shingles, colors and installation.
Does my Pontiac house need approval before I change the roof color?
Do I need a permit for a new shingle roof in Pontiac?
What is the difference between Duration and Duration FLEX?
Can I see the color on my house before I choose?
Will architectural shingles look right on an older house?
How long will a new shingle roof last?
Pick your shingles with a roofer on site
Book a free inspection. We’ll look at the roof, bring samples and give you a written estimate.