Core TradesQuestion 201 of 700
Standard three-tab asphalt shingles are typically installed with a common weather exposure of about:
a.3 inches
b.5 inches
c.8 inches
d.12 inches
Explanation
Standard three-tab shingles are usually installed at about a 5-inch exposure so each course overlaps to shed water. 3 inches wastes material with excess overlap, and 8 or 12 inches leaves too little overlap and invites leaks.
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