Roof Restoration Blog | Richmond VA & Central Virginia

Kevin Williams • June 19, 2026

Asphalt Shingles Were Invented in 1901: Why They Became America’s Most Common Roofing Choice

Close-up of asphalt shingles on a residential roof in Richmond, VA
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