Asphalt shingles are economical and fairly easy to install and repair.
The two basic types are composition and fiberglass-base shingles. Composition shingles are made of organic felt manufactured from wood and paper fibers. Fiberglass-base shingles are made of manmade fiberglass mat. Both kinds are soaked in asphalt, but the fiberglass base shingles are more fire-resistant than the organic ones. They come in a variety of weights.