SECTION 07311

ASPHALT SHINGLES

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 DESCRIPTION:

A. Provide asphalt shingles and accessories as indicated and specified.

(NTS: Select and list specification sections for inserting into this subsection based on the
following:
1. Specification sections that contain products and construction that the reader might
expect to find in this section BUT are specified elsewhere.
2. Specification sections referenced in the body of this section.)
1.02 RELATED WORK:

A. Section 06200: Rough Carpentry for roof framing

B. Section 07600: Wall Flashing and Sheet Metalwork for roof penetration flashings,
flashings and counter flashings

1.03 REFERENCES:

A. American Society for Testing and Materials:

1. ASTM A 167: Specification for Stainless and Heat-Resisting Chromium-Nickel

Steel Plate, Sheet and Strip.

2. ASTM A 525: Specification for General Requirements for Steel Sheet, Zinc-
Coated (Galvanized) by the Hot-Dip Process.

3. ASTM A 526: Specification for Steel Sheet, Zinc-Coated (Galvanized) by the Hot-
Dip Process, Commercial Quality.

4. ASTM B 209: Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Sheet and Plate.

5. ASTM B 370: Specification for Copper Sheet and Strip for Building Construction.

6. ASTM B 749: Specification for Lead and Lead Alloy Strip, Sheet, and Plate
Products.

7. ASTM D 224: Specification for Smooth-Surfaces Asphalt Roll Roofing (Organic

Felt)

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 8. ASTM D 225: Specification for Asphalt Shingles (Organic Felt) Surfaced with
Mineral Granules.

9. ASTM D 226: Specification for Asphalt-Saturated Organic Felt Used in Roofing

and Waterproofing.

10. ASTM D 249: Specification for Asphalt Roll Roofing (Organic Felt) Surfaced
with Mineral Granules.

11. ASTM D 1970: Specification for Self-Adhering Polymer Modified Bituminous

Sheet Materials Used as Steep Roofing Underlayment for Ice Dam Protection.

12. ASTM D 2178: Specification for Asphalt Glass Felt Used in Roofing and
Waterproofing.

13. ASTM D 3018: Specification for Class A Asphalt Shingles Surfaced with Mineral
Granules.

14. ASTM D 3019: Specification for Lap Cement Used with Asphalt Roll Roofing.

15. ASTM D 3161: Test Method for Wind-Resistance of Asphalt Shingles.

16. ASTM D 3462: Specification for Asphalt Shingles Made from Glass Felt and
Surfaced with Mineral Granules.

17. ASTM D 3909: Specification for Asphalt Roll Roofing (Glass Felt) Surfaced with
Mineral Granules.

18. ASTM D 4869: Specification for Asphalt-Saturated Organic Felt Shingle

Underlayment Used in Roofing.

19. ASTM E 108: Method for Fire Tests of Roof Coverings.

B. Underwriters Laboratories (UL):

1. UL 790: Test for Fire Resistance of Roof Covering Materials.

2. UL 997: Wind Resistance of Prepared Roof Covering Materials.

C. Equivalent British/European codes and standards may be used; however, the equivalency
shall be demonstrated and submitted by the Contractor and approved by the CM/CS.

1.04 SUBMITTALS:

A. Submit the following in accordance with Section 01300:

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 1. Product data for each type of product specified, including details of construction
relative to materials, dimensions of individual components, profiles, textures, and
colors.

2. Samples for initial selection in the form of manufacturer's sample finishes showing
the full range of colors and profiles available for each type of asphalt shingle
indicated.

1.05 QUALITY ASSURANCE:

A. Provide in accordance with Section 01400 and as specified.

NTS: Delete below if not required.

B. Fire-Test-Response Classification: Where products with a fire-test-response
classification are specified, provide asphalt shingles identical to those tested according to
ASTM E 108 or UL 790 and listed by UL or another testing and inspecting agency
acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction. Identify each bundle of asphalt shingles
with appropriate markings indicating fire-test-response classification of applicable testing
and inspecting agency.

NTS: Delete below if not required.

C. Wind-Resistance-Test Characteristics: Where wind-resistant asphalt shingles are
indicated, provide products identical to those tested according to ASTM D 3161 or
UL 997 and passed. Identify each bundle of asphalt shingles with appropriate markings
of applicable testing and inspecting agency.

NTS: Delete below if not required. If retained, indicate location, size, and other details of
mockups on Drawings or by inserts.
D. Mockup: Prior to installing shingles, construct mockups to verify selections made under
sample submittals and to demonstrate aesthetic effects as well as quality of materials and
execution. Build mockups to comply with the following requirements, using materials
indicated for final Work.

1. Locate mockups on site in the location and of the size indicated or, if not indicated,
as directed by the CMCS.

2. Demonstrate the proposed range of aesthetic effects and workmanship.

3. Obtain CMCS approval of mockups before start of final unit of Work.

a. When directed, demolish and remove mockups from Project site.

NTS: Delete above or below. Below is applicable only where mockups are erected as part
of the building rather than separately.

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 b. Accepted mockups in an undisturbed condition at the time of Substantial
Completion may become part of the completed Work.

1.06 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING:

A. Provide in accordance with Section 01610 and as specified.

B. Deliver materials to Project site in manufacturer's unopened bundles or containers with

labels intact.

C. Handle and store materials at Project site to prevent water damage, staining, or other
physical damage. Store roll goods on end. Comply with manufacturer's
recommendations for job-site storage, handling, and protection.

1.07 PROJECT CONDITIONS:

A. Weather Limitations: Proceed with installing asphalt shingles only when existing and
forecasted weather conditions will permit work to be performed according to
manufacturers' recommendations and warranty requirements, and when substrate is
completely dry.

1.08 WARRANTY:

NTS: When warranties are required, verify with the Owner's counsel that special
warranties stated in this Article are not less than remedies available to the Owner under
prevailing local laws. Coordinate with Division 1 Section "Warranties and Bonds."
A. General Warranty: The special warranty specified in this Article shall not deprive the
Owner of other rights the Owner may have under other provisions of the Contract
Documents and shall be in addition to, and run concurrent with, other warranties made by
the Contractor under requirements of the Contract Documents.

B. Special Warranty: Submit a written warranty signed by manufacturer agreeing to repair

or replace asphalt shingles that fail in materials or workmanship within the specified
warranty period. Failures include, but are not limited to, deformation or deterioration of
asphalt shingles beyond normal weathering.

NTS: Below is an example only. Revise warranty to period required and verify
availability.
1. Warranty Period: Manufacturer's standard but not less than 20 years after date of
Substantial Completion.

1.09 EXTRA MATERIALS:

NTS: Extra materials may not be allowed for publicly funded work.

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 A. Furnish extra materials described below that match products installed, are packaged with
protective covering for storage, and are identified with labels clearly describing contents.

NTS: Revise below as required.

1. Furnish 1 square coverage of asphalt shingles, identical to those to be installed, in
unbroken bundles.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.01 MANUFACTURERS:

A. Available Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, manufacturers

offering asphalt shingles that may be incorporated in the Work include, but are not
limited to, the following:

NTS: Retain above for nonproprietary or below for semiproprietary Specification. Refer
to Division 1 Section "Materials and Equipment."
B. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide asphalt shingles
produced by one of the following:

NTS: See Editing Instruction No. 1 in the Evaluations for cautions about naming products
and manufacturers.
1. CertainTeed Corporation.

2. Elk Corporation of America.

3. GAF Building Materials Corporation.

4. Or acceptable equivalent product.

C. Available Products: Subject to compliance with requirements, products that may be

incorporated in the Work include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Ridge Vents:

a. Ridge Filter Shinglevent; Air Vent, Inc.

b. Ridge Filtervent; Air Vent, Inc. (for Class A).

c. Cobra Ridge Vent; GAF Building Materials Corporation.

d. Or acceptable equivalent product.

2. Waterproof Underlayment:

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 a. WinterGuard; CertainTeed Corporation.

b. Bituthene Ice and Water Shield; Grace: W.R. Grace & Co.

c. Nordshield Ice and WaterGard; Nord Bitumi US, Inc.

d. Or acceptable equivalent product.

2.02 ASPHALT SHINGLES:

A. Colors, Blends, and Patterns: Where manufacturer's standard products are indicated,
provide asphalt shingles with the following requirements:

NTS: Retain one requirement from choices below. If retaining second requirement,
indicate colors, etc., on a separate schedule.
1. Match CMCS samples.

2. Match colors, textures, and patterns indicated by referencing manufacturer's

standard designations for these characteristics.

3. Provide CMCS selections from manufacturer's full range of colors, textures, and
patterns for asphalt shingles of type indicated.

NTS: Selections below correspond to types presented in "the NRCA Steep Roofing
Manual." Edit and delete types not required.
NTS: Because of the wide variety of types and appearances available, selection of specific
products is recommended. Verify that type and color selected are available in Project area.
Many colors are only available regionally.
B. Square-Tab, Fiberglass Strip Shingles: Mineral-surfaced, self-sealing, 3-tab, fiberglass-
based, strip asphalt shingles, complying with ASTM D 3018, Type I, and with the
following requirements:

1. Wind Resistance: Passes the wind-resistance-test requirements of ASTM D 3161.

2. Fire-Test-Response Classification: Class A.

NTS: Delete above or below.

3. Fire-Test-Response Classification: Class C.

NTS: Product in paragraph above is typically available with manufacturer's limited 20-
year warranty. Product in paragraph below carries at least a 25-year warranty. Delete
types not required. Modify by specifying actual shingle selected.
C. Square-Tab, Fiberglass Strip Shingles: Mineral-surfaced, self-sealing, 3-tab, fiberglass-
based, strip asphalt shingles, complying with both ASTM D 3018, Type I, and

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 ASTM D 3462. Provide shingles with a Class A fire-test-response classification that pass
the wind-resistance-test requirements of ASTM D 3161.

D. Square-Tab, Organic-Felt Strip Shingles: Mineral-surfaced, self-sealing, 3-tab, organic-

felt-based asphalt shingles, complying with ASTM D 225. Provide shingles with a
Class C fire-test-response classification that pass the wind-resistance-test requirements of
ASTM D 3161.

NTS: Product in paragraph above is typically available with manufacturer's limited 15-
year warranty. Product in paragraph below carries at least a 25-year warranty. Delete
types not required. Modify by specifying actual shingle selected.
E. Heavyweight, Laminated, Organic-Felt Shingles: Mineral-surfaced, self-sealing,
laminated, multilayer, 3-dimensional, organic-felt-based asphalt shingles, complying with
ASTM D 225. Provide shingles with a Class C fire-test-response classification that pass
the wind-resistance-test requirements of ASTM D 3161.

NTS: Three paragraphs below specify other commonly available shingles. Delete types not
required. Modify by specifying actual shingle selected.
F. Three-Dimensional, Fiberglass, Laminated Strip Shingles: Mineral-surfaced, self-
sealing, laminated, multi-ply overlay construction, fiberglass-based, strip asphalt
shingles, complying with both ASTM D 3018, Type I, and ASTM D 3462. Provide
shingles with a Class A fire-test-response classification that pass the wind-resistance-test
requirements of ASTM D 3161.

G. Staggered-Butt-Edge, Fiberglass Strip Shingles with Tabs: Mineral-surfaced, self-

sealing, fiberglass-based, strip asphalt shingles with tabs and stagger-cut butt edge,
complying with both ASTM D 3018, Type I, and ASTM D 3462. Provide shingles with
a Class A fire-test-response classification that pass the wind-resistance-test requirements
of ASTM D 3161.

H. Staggered-Edge, Fiberglass Shingles: Mineral-surfaced, self-sealing, fiberglass-based,

strip asphalt shingles with staggered butt edges without cutouts, complying with
ASTM D 3018. Provide shingles with a Class A fire-test-response classification that pass
the wind-resistance-test requirements of ASTM D 3161.

NTS: Below may be retained with any of above paragraphs in regions where required and
available.
1. Fungus Resistant: Provide shingles that have been surface treated to remain free of
fungus and algae growth, which adversely affects the appearance of the roof, for at
least 5 years.

I. Hip and Ridge Shingles: Manufacturer's standard, factory-precut units to match asphalt
shingles.

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NTS: Usually retain paragraph above or below based on type of shingle selected and
configuration of roof.
2.03 METAL TRIM AND FLASHING:

A. Sheet Metal Materials: Furnish the following sheet metal materials:

NTS: Select material from subparagraphs below.

1. Copper: ASTM B 370, temper H00 or 060, 16 oz./sq. ft., unless otherwise
indicated.

2. Stainless Steel: ASTM A 167, Type 304, with No. 2B or 2D finish, minimum
0.015 inch (0.41 mm) thick, unless otherwise indicated.

3. Aluminum Sheets: ASTM B 209 (ASTM B 209M), alloy 3003 H14 with mill
finish, minimum 0.024 inch (0.61 mm) thick, unless otherwise indicated.

NTS: Prefinished aluminum and galvanized-steel sheets are available. If desired, specify
finish and color.
4. Galvanized-Steel Sheets: ASTM A 526, G 90 (ASTM A 526M, Z 275) hot-dip
galvanized steel with coating designation according to ASTM A 525
(ASTM A 525M), mill phosphatized where indicated for painting; 0.0217 inch
(0.55 mm) thick, unless otherwise indicated.

NTS: Drip edge below is the most commonly used, usually shop fabricated by local
supplier.
B. Metal Drip Edge: Brake-formed sheet metal with at least a 6-inch (150 mm) roof deck
flange and a 1-1/2-inch (38 mm) fascia flange with a 3/8-inch (9.5 mm) drip at lower
edge. Furnish the following material in lengths of 8 or 10 feet (2.4 to 3 meters).

NTS: Select material from subparagraphs below.

1. Material: Copper.

2. Material: Stainless steel.

3. Material: Aluminum sheets.

4. Material: Galvanized-steel sheets.

NTS: Retain below where asphalt shingles abut vertical surfaces.

C. Metal Flashing: Job-cut to sizes and configurations required.

NTS: Select material from subparagraphs below.

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 1. Material: Copper.

2. Material: Stainless steel.

3. Material: Aluminum sheets.

4. Material: Galvanized-steel sheets.

NTS: Delete below if not required. Above could include valley flashing if fully detailed on
the Drawings.
D. Open-Valley Metal Flashing: Preformed, inverted "V" profile at center of valley and
extending at least 9 inches (229 mm) in each direction from centerline of valley.

NTS: Select material from subparagraphs below.

1. Material: Copper.

2. Material: Stainless steel.

3. Material: Aluminum sheets.

4. Material: Galvanized-steel sheets.

NTS: Delete below if no plumbing vents penetrate roof.
E. Vent Pipe Flashing: Lead conforming to ASTM B 749, Type L51121, at least 1/16 (1.5
mm) inch thick, unless otherwise indicated. Provide lead sleeve sized to slip over and
turn down into pipe, soldered to skirt at slope of roof extending at least 4 inches (100
mm) from pipe onto roof.

2.04 ACCESSORIES:

A. Felt Underlayment: Type II, 36-inch (1 meter) wide, asphalt-saturated organic felt,
complying with ASTM D 226 (No. 30) or ASTM D 4869.

NTS: Delete below if waterproof underlayment is not used.

B. Waterproof Underlayment: Minimum 40-mil thick, self-adhering, polymer-modified,
bituminous sheet membrane, complying with ASTM D 1970. Provide primer when
recommended by underlayment manufacturer.

NTS: Delete below if ridge vents are specified in Division 7 Section "Roof Accessories."
C. Ridge Vent: High-density polypropylene, nonwoven modified polyester, or other UV-
stabilized plastic designed to be installed under asphalt shingles at ridge.

D. Smooth-Surface Roll Roofing: Organic roofing felt saturated with asphalt and coated on
both sides with an asphaltic compound, 36 inches (1 meter) wide, weighing at least 50

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 lb/square and complying with ASTM D 224, Type II or III.

E. Mineral-Surface, Organic-Felt Roll Roofing: Mineral-granular-surfaced, organic-felt-

based, asphalt roll roofing, 36 inches wide, (1 meter) complying with ASTM D 249,
Type I.

F. Mineral-Surface, Glass-Felt Roll Roofing: Mineral-granular-surfaced, glass-felt-based,

asphalt roll roofing, 36 inches wide (1 meter), complying with ASTM D 3909.

G. Asphalt Plastic Cement: Nonasbestos fibrated asphalt cement, complying with

ASTM D 4586.

H. Roll-Roofing Lap Cement: Nonasbestos asphalt lap cement, complying with

ASTM D 3019, Type III.

I. Nails: Aluminum or hot-dip galvanized steel, 0.120-inch (3 mm) diameter barbed shank,
sharp-pointed, conventional roofing nails with a minimum 3/8-inch (9.5 mm) diameter
head and of sufficient length to penetrate 3/4 inch (19 mm) into solid decking or at least
1/8 inch (3 mm) through plywood sheathing.

1. Where nails are in contact with flashing, prevent galvanic action by providing nails
made from the same metal as that of the flashing.

NTS: Always retain paragraph and subparagraph above, which is the ARMA-preferred
method. Retain below only if staple fastening of shingles is permissible.
J. Staples: Minimum 0.0625-inch (1.5 mm) thick, zinc-coated, steel roofing staples with
minimum crown width of 15/16 inch (23.8 mm), and of sufficient length to penetrate 3/4
inch (19 mm) into deck lumber or through plywood deck.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.01 EXAMINATION:

A. Examine substrate for compliance with requirements for substrates, installation

tolerances, and other conditions affecting performance of asphalt shingles. Do not
proceed with installation until unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.

3.02 PREPARATION:

A. Clean substrates of projections and substances detrimental to application. Cover

knotholes or other minor voids in substrate with sheet metal flashing secured with
noncorrosive roofing nails.

B. Coordinate installation with flashings and other adjoining work to ensure proper
sequencing. Do not install roofing materials until all vent stacks and other penetrations

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 through roof sheathing have been installed and are securely fastened against movement.

3.03 INSTALLATION:

A. General: Comply with manufacturer's instructions and recommendations but not less
than those recommended by ARMA's "Residential Asphalt Roofing Manual" or "The
NRCA Steep Roofing Manual."

1. Fasten asphalt shingles to roof sheathing with nails.

NTS: Delete above or below. Above is recommended by ARMA. Coordinate with

"Accessories" Article in Part 2.
2. Fasten asphalt shingles to roof sheathing with either roofing staples, applied
pneumatically, or nails.

NTS: A minimum of 1 layer of underlayment is recommended for roofs with a slope of 4

inches per foot (330 cm per meter) (1:3) or more.
B. Felt Underlayment: Apply 1 layer of felt underlayment horizontally over entire surface
to receive asphalt shingles, lapping succeeding courses a minimum of 2 inches (50 mm),
end laps a minimum of 4 inches (100 mm), and hips and valleys a minimum of 6 inches
(150 mm). Fasten felt with sufficient number of roofing nails or noncorrosive staples to
hold underlayment in place until asphalt shingle installation.

NTS: Delete subparagraph below if not required.

1. Apply an additional layer of felt underlayment on roof decks with a slope of 2 to 4
inches per foot. (170 to 330 mm per meter)

NTS: Delete below if no waterproof underlayment.

2. Omit felt underlayment at areas of waterproof underlayment. Lap felt
underlayment over waterproof underlayment as recommended by manufacturer but
not less than 2 inches (50 mm).

NTS: Waterproof underlayment provides an ice shield and moisture protection in cold
climates. Delete if not required.
C. Waterproof Underlayment: Apply waterproof underlayment at eaves. Cover deck from
eaves to at least 24 inches (0.61 m) inside exterior wall line.

NTS: Delete below if not required.

1. In addition to eaves, apply waterproof underlayment in place of felt underlayment
at valleys.

D. Underlayment at Closed Valleys: Center a 36-inch (1 meter) wide felt underlayment in

valley and secure with only enough nails to hold in place until asphalt shingles are

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 installed. Lap roof underlayment over valley underlayment at least 6 inches (150 mm).

NTS: Retain type of valley required from 3 paragraphs below.

E. Metal Open Valleys: Comply with ARMA and NRCA recommendations. Install a
second felt underlayment shingle lapped at least 12 inches (300 mm) and sealed with
plastic asphalt cement. Install a metal valley shingle lapped at least 9 inches (225 mm)
and sealed with plastic asphalt cement.

F. Mineral-Surfaced Open Valleys: Comply with ARMA and NRCA recommendations.

Center an 18-inch (0.5 meter) wide strip of mineral-surfaced asphalt roll roofing in
valley, mineral-surfaced side down; shingle lapped at least 12 inches (300 mm); and
sealed with plastic asphalt cement. Secure with only enough nails to hold in place.
Center a second strip of 36-inch wide (1 meter), mineral-surfaced asphalt roll roofing in
valley, mineral-surfaced side up. Lap, seal, and nail the same as the first strip.

G. Woven and Closed-Cut Valleys: Comply with ARMA and NRCA recommendations.

H. Flashing: Install metal flashing and trim as indicated and according to details and
recommendations of the "Asphalt Roofing" section of "The NRCA Steep Roofing
Manual" and ARMA's "Residential Asphalt Roofing Manual."

I. Install asphalt shingles, beginning at roof's lower edge, with a starter strip of roll roofing
or inverted asphalt shingles with tabs removed. Fasten asphalt shingles in the desired
weather exposure pattern; use number of fasteners per shingle as recommended by
manufacturer. Use vertical and horizontal chalk lines to ensure straight coursing.

1. Cut and fit asphalt shingles at valleys, ridges, and edges to provide maximum
weather protection. Provide same weather exposure at ridges as specified for roof.
Lap asphalt shingles at ridges to shed water away from direction of prevailing
wind.

2. Use fasteners at ridges of sufficient length to penetrate sheathing as specified.

NTS: Verify that coursing selected is appropriate for type of shingle specified. Other
patterns or ribbon coursing could also be specified.
3. Pattern: Manufacturers recommendations for product selected.

NTS: Delete below if no ridge vents.

J. Ridge Vents: Install ridge vents according to manufacturer's instructions.

3.04 ADJUSTING:

A. Replace any damaged materials installed under this Section with new materials that meet
specified requirements.

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3.05 CONTRACT COSEOUT:

A. Provide in accordance with Section 01700.

END OF SECTION

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