Project Details at a Glance:

• Contractor: Raptor Roofing and Construction (Louisville, KY)
• Location: Lanesville, Indiana
• Product: Malarkey Roofing Products® Vista® AR architectural shingles in Weathered Wood
• Distributor: ABC Supply
• Scope: 52 Squares

Summary: Raptor Roofing and Construction recently completed a complex 52-square residential roofing project in Lanesville, Indiana. Facing intricate rooflines with steep angles and large turrets, the team selected Malarkey’s Vista® AR architectural shingles. Thanks to rubberized NEX® Polymer Modified Asphalt, the shingles delivered exceptional flexibility, UL 2218 Class 4 impact resistance, and eco-friendly features, ensuring top-tier protection and stunning architectural craftsmanship.

When a roofing project involves a large footprint and intricate architectural details, it demands more than just standard materials and basic installation. It requires exceptional craftsmanship, precise execution, and a roofing system engineered to handle complexity without compromising performance or aesthetics. Recently, Raptor Roofing and Construction, based out of Louisville, Kentucky, took on just such a challenge across the river in Lanesville, Indiana. The result is a stunning 52-square residential roof that perfectly showcases what happens when top-tier professionals pair their skills with high-performance materials.

The Challenge: Intricate Turrets and Roofline Complexity

Led by Jaykob Hill, the team at Raptor Roofing and Construction is no stranger to demanding projects. However, this specific Lanesville home presented a unique set of hurdles. The primary challenge was the sheer complexity of the roofline, which featured multiple steep angles, valleys, and large, prominent turrets.

Turrets are a beautiful architectural feature that add character and elegance to a home, but they are notoriously difficult to roof. Their steep, conical shape requires shingles that are highly flexible, durable, and capable of being wrapped without tearing or losing their structural integrity. To tackle this, Raptor Roofing needed a product they could trust completely.

Working with their local distributor, ABC Supply, the team selected Malarkey’s Vista® AR architectural shingles for the job.

Why Malarkey? Flexibility, Performance, and a “Fantastic Shingle”

When asked why Malarkey Roofing Products were chosen for this intricate project, Jaykob Hill’s response was straightforward and enthusiastic: “I love the product. Fantastic shingle.”

This enthusiasm is exactly what we aim for at Malarkey. We design our shingles to be contractor-friendly and built to perform. For a complex project like this one, the Vista AR shingle was an ideal choice.

The secret to Vista’s success on complex rooflines lies in our industry-leading NEX® Polymer Modified (Rubberized) Asphalt. Unlike traditional oxidized asphalt, which can be stiff and brittle, our rubberized asphalt core remains incredibly flexible and resilient. This flexibility is crucial when wrapping shingles around the tight, curving radius of a turret. It allows the installation team to manipulate the shingle without fear of cracking or breaking, ensuring a watertight fit on even the most challenging architectural features.

Uncompromising Protection and Sustainability

Beyond their flexibility, Vista AR architectural shingles offer robust protection for the homeowner:

• They boast a UL 2218 Class 4 impact rating—the highest rating possible—providing exceptional defense against hail and extreme weather.
• Malarkey architectural shingles feature a wider nailing area (The Zone®), which ensures accurate fastener placement and dramatically improves wind uplift resistance.
• Finally, Vista AR (Algae Resistant) shingles are warrantied against discoloration or staining from blue-green algae growth for 25 years.

But the benefits don’t stop at performance. By choosing Malarkey, Raptor Roofing and Construction also provided their client with a highly sustainable roofing solution. Every Malarkey shingle incorporates upcycled materials, including reclaimed rubber tires and plastic bags, diverting waste from landfills. Furthermore, the Vista AR line includes 3M™ Smog-Reducing Granules, which harness the power of the sun to clean the air of emission pollutants, turning the roof into an active participant in environmental improvement.

Raptor Does it Right with Vista

The Lanesville, Indiana project is a true masterclass in roofing craftsmanship. The combination of Raptor Roofing and Construction’s expertise and the superior flexibility of Malarkey’s Vista AR shingles resulted in a clean, highly durable roof that will protect the home for decades to come.