Question: what is the difference between asphalt shingles and fiberglass shingles?
Answer: Fiberglass Shingles vs. Asphalt Shingles. ... Fiberglass shingles are different because they have a fiberglass mat while organic asphalt shingles use paper as the base. Fiberglass shingles are more water resistant, fire resistant, and work well in hot climates and are often more expensive.