Best Asphalt Shingles for Coastal & Inland Homes in Wilmington NC.

Living in Wilmington means your roof takes a beating from ocean spray, sticky humidity (hello, moss and stains), and powerful storm winds. We offer asphalt shingles built for our coastal and inland neighborhoods—not a one size fits all approach to roofing. Our shingles are Leak-Proof and Streak-Proof, stand strong against 130 mph gusts, and keep your home looking great year after year, no matter what the weather throws at you.

A Leak-Proof & A Streak-Proof Roof

Your roof is more than just shingles. We carefully inspect and install the entire roofing system that exceeds local building code to keep your home insulated, beautiful, and secure. It is never a good idea to do a roof just to the bare minimum when living on the coast. At a bare minimum it is important to install your roof to manufacturer specifications so you get the full wind warranty.

An option that many of our clients find valuable is the Fortified roofing system. A "Fortified Roof" is a voluntary re-roofing program designed to strengthen homes against severe weather such as high winds and hurricanes. While this is not a code requirement it should be considered in areas on the coast that have the chance of getting hit by severe weather. This is something that brings value to our clients in Coastal NC.

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Wood Deck

A solid wooden base is needed for nailing and creating a strong foundation for the layers of your roof. Removing old roofing materials allows us to address problems such as rotten wood or cracked boards, leaving a strong deck to install your new roof onto.

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Flashing

Flashing is used to seal and protect joints in a building from water penetration by directing the flow of water away from vulnerable areas. Varieties of flashing which may be used include step, apron, and counter flashing.

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Leak Barrier

Ice & Water Shield is a 100% watertight membrane that protects your home from extreme weather events that try to drive rain into your home. It is installed at the eaves, valleys, chimney, vents, and skylights, ensuring your roof is completely sealed and protected.

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Deck Protection

Synthetic underlayment provides an extra layer of protection between your shingles and roof deck. This water resistant layer is lighter and stronger than traditional felt, keeping your roof durable as it wicks moisture away.

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Drip Edge

Drip edge is an added layer of waterproofing installed around the roof line. This piece of aluminum ensures no damage occurs beneath shingles by sealing and protecting the roof deck from water rollback and driving rains.

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Starter Shingles

Pre-cut starter strip shingles speed up installation while helping prevent shingle blow-off. These shingles include factory-applied adhesive strips, which ensure enhanced wind resistance and a uniform finish to your roof.

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Lifetime Shingles

Shingles are vital and the first line of defense in keeping your home protected from the forces of nature. All of our shingles are covered by a Lifetime Warranty, so you can have peace of mind knowing your home is protected. These shingles are made with copper to provide your home with a limited streak free guarantee.

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Attic Ventilation

A ridge vent along with ridge cap shingles are installed to help remove excess heat and moisture from your attic. These variables could cause premature aging of your roofing system, but attic ventilation works to prevent this.

Lifetime warranties from the best manufacturers in the business.

We meet the highest standard in continual training to offer you manufacturer backed warranties. All our roofing projects include a transferrable lifetime warranty.

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GAF Roofing
50 Year Material & Labor
25 Year Workmanship
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Atlas Roofing
50 Year Material & Labor
7 Year Workmanship

The Industry's 2 Best Asphalt Shingles.

We've done the research for you and simplified our offerings to offer you the 2 best shingles in the industry for the coastal climate. While storms are not constant in Wilmington they can pop up at any time. A GAF Timberline HDZ with Windproven installation comes with a unlimited wind warranty. While the Atlas Pinnacle Pristine shingle comes with a 130mph wind rating + a lifetime stain warranty to fight off the harsh salty air on the coast.

Atlas Pinnacle Pristine

With 3M Scotchgard Protector
3M Scotchgard Lifetime Streak Proof Warranty
Scotchgard Streak Proof
Best Quality & Long-term Aesthetic
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GAF Timberline HDZ

(INCLUDING TIMBERLINE UHDZ)
LayerLock™ Technology
Best Lifetime Warranty
WindProven Unlimited Wind Warranty
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GAF Designer Shingles

Interested in a more distinct look? We offer Designer shingles from GAF, covered by the best Lifetime Warranty.

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Common Questions

Why do I need a special roof for coastal NC?

Coastal roofs face salt spray, high humidity, intense UV exposure, and hurricane-force winds. Standard shingles wear out faster here—so you need materials and installation methods built to resist corrosion, mold, fading, and wind uplift up to 130 mph. And that is just the minimum. Many homeowners should consider a Fortified roofing installation method. Ask our roofing experts for more info during our appointment!

What wind rating should my roof have?

North Carolina’s coastal building code typically calls for shingles rated for at least 110–130 mph wind uplift. We upgrade starter strips, use ring-shank nails, and install reinforced flashing so your roof meets or exceeds those requirements.

How much does a roof cost?

Roof replacement costs vary by shingle, home size, access, and install method. Asphalt shingle systems typically start around $6–8 per square foot installed. If you want to know what a roof would cost on your exact home use our roofing cost calculator built specifically for homes in Coastal NC.

Do you offer financing?

We partner with EnerBank USA and local credit unions to offer plans from 12–120 months, with no payments due until after job completion.

How do I file an insurance claim after storm damage?

We’ll document damage, provide a detailed estimate, and work directly with your adjuster. Our goal is to maximize your payout and minimize your out-of-pocket cost—then complete the job quickly so you can move on.

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Roof Financing. Made Easy.

0% Introductory Financing
Install now, pay nothing up front and enjoy no interest on your balance for the first year.

No-Money-Down Programs
Preserve your savings for other home projects or emergency repairs—even oceanfront properties qualify.

Insurance-Backed Savings
Many carriers offer 5–15% premium credits for Class 4 impact-rated shingles and Fortified® installations—ask us to help you file your claim.

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30+ Years’ Experience

Thousands of satisfied home owners.

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Lifetime Warranties

Highly certified with Atlas, GAF, James Hardie, TimberTech & more.

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Add Value To Your Home

A family team proud to add value to your home.

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Trusted by local homeowners.

My husband and I met with Pat Jewell and he was such a pleasure to work with. Very knowledgeable and kind. We felt comfortable with this company.
We are very pleased with the work that Capitol Improvements did and we would highly recommend and use them again in the future.
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Carlos, Yelp Reviews
They had the most competitive prices and did not try and upsell. Their teams are efficient, professional, very clean, and on time.
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Veronica, Google Reviews
Seth and install team were organized and project went smoothly. Entire team was responsive and kept in touch throughout the process.
They replaced my roof including skylights in April 2023 and I am very satisfied. Melinda as my first contact was very professional and got me on the schedule quickly.
It was easy to work with Pat to get a quote. We did both a roof on our house and our shed, we also had new gutters put on our den. The crew was very hardworking and efficient.
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