This type of asphalt roofing features a single, flat layer with cutouts that create three equally sized tabs per strip. The uniform cut and exposure give the finished roof a flat, repetitive, brick-like pattern. Installers favor them for basic residential jobs because they are highly predictable to lay out and easy to align along chalk lines.
Grab another bundle of the square tab shingles so we can finish out this ridge before the rain hits.
These are lighter and lay flatter than architectural shingles, making them more vulnerable to wind uplift if the sealant strip fails.
Also heard as
- three-tab shingle
- 3-tab shingle
Related terms
Asphalt shingle
A waterproof roofing element made of a fiberglass or felt mat coated with bitumen and topped with mineral granules.
Dimensional shingle
An asphalt roofing shingle manufactured with multiple layers to create a textured, shadow-line appearance.
Architectural shingle
A premium asphalt roof shingle built with multiple layers to create a textured look.