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DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS AND HIGHWAYS
OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY
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1 MAY 2016
DEPARTMENTORDER ) SUBJECT DPWH Standard Specification on
) Item 101SA - Asphalt Roofing
Noo 108 _
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Shingles
Series of 201b ~.J/.I"
In line with the mandate of the Department in providing effective standard specifications in
the implementation of various infrastructure projects and in view of the need of setting a
standard specification for asphalt shingles appropriate for roofing, the attached DPWH
Standard Specification on Item 101SA - Asphalt Roofing Shingles is hereby
prescribed, for the guidance and compliance of all concerned.
This specification shall form part of the on-going revision of the DPWH Standard
Specifications for Public Works Structures - Buildings, Ports and Harbors, Flood Control and
Drainage Structure and Water Supply Systems, Volume III, 1995 Edition.
This Order shall take effect immediately.
R~SON
Secretary Department of Public Works and Highways
Office of the Secretary
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DPWH Standard Specification on
Item 1015A - Asphalt Roof Shingles
1015A.l. Description
This Item shall consist of furnishing all labor, tools, equipment and asphalt roof shingles
required to complete the roofing as shown on the Plans and in accordance with this Specification.
1015A.2. Material Requirements
1015A.2.1. Asphalt Roof Shingles
Organic-based asphalt shingles are manufactured with a base (also termed mat or
substrate) made of various cellulose fibers such as recycled waste paper and wood fibers. This
organic base is then saturated with a specially formulated asphalt coating and surfaced with
weather-resistant mineral granules. It shall show no unsaturated spots at any point upon cutting
SO-mm wide strips at random across the entire shingle and splitting them open to their full length.
The weather side shall be uniform in finish and texture, but may be embossed to simulate
a grainy texture. The mineral granules shall be uniformly distributed in a smooth layer over the
entire surface and shall be firmly embedded in the asphalt coating. The mineral granules shall
not have ruptured the felt fibers as a result of embedment or embossing.
The reverse side coating and the material applied to prevent the shingles from sticking
together shall be uniform over the entire surface.
The finished shingles shall be free of visible defects such as hOles,ragged or untrue edges,
breaks, cracks, tears, protuberances, and indentations.
1015A.2.1.1. Physical Requirements
During handling and application, the shingles shall not crack at ambient temperatures
above lOoe (50°F) nor be so sticky at temperatures below 600e (140°F) as to cause tearing or
other material damage upon being unpacked.
The shingles shall conform to the physical requirements prescribed in Table lO15A.l.
Table 1015A.l Physical Requirements of Asphalt Shingles
Behavior on heating:
Loss of volatile matter % 1.5 Max
Slidin of ranular surfacin mm 1.6 Max
Wind Resistance Pass
Fire Resistance Class e
Wei ht of dis laced 1.0 Max
Department Order No. 1" • Series of 2016
DPWH Standard SpecifICation on Item 1015A - Asphalt Roofing Shingles
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1015A.2.1.2. Sampling and Test Methods
Sample the material and determine the properties prescribed in ASTM D 255 (Standard
Specification for Asphalt Shingles (Organic Felt) Surfaced with Mineral Granules) in accordance
with ASTM D 228 (Standard Test Methods for Asphalt Roll Roofing, Cap Sheets, and Shingles)
and determine conformance to the requirements of Table 101SA.1 in accordance with the
following test methods:
1. Weight Loss and Behavior on Heating-ASTM D 228.
2. Wind Resistance - ASTM D 3161 (Standard Test Method for Wind Resistance of Asphalt
Shingles (Fan-Induced Method)).
3. Fire Test Classification- ASTM E 108, Class A (Standard Test Methods for Fire Tests of
Roof Coverings)
4. Weight of Displaced Granules- ASTM D 4977 (Standard Test Method for Granule
Adhesion to Mineral Surfaced Roofing by Abrasion).
1015A.2.1.3. Inspection
Inspection of the material shall be agreed upon between the Engineer and the Contractor
as part of the contract.
1015A.2.1.4. Rejection and Resubmittal
Failure to conform to the requirements prescribed in this specification shall constitute
grounds for rejection. In case of rejection, the supplier/contractor may request for re-inspection
of the rejected materials and resubmits the lot after removal of those packages not conforming
to the requirements, as approved by the Engineer.
1015A.2.1.5. Packaging and Marking
Asphalt shingles shall be plainly marked with the following information:
a) Name and brand of producer or supplier
b) The area of roof surface covered
c) Style, type, and color of product
d) Directions for application shall be included in at least every square or every third
package of shingles.
1015A.2.1.6. Storage
Asphalt roof shingles shall be kept unexposed to bad weather and placed on a raised
platform of more than 1.2 m high prior to cutting or bending.
1015A.2.2. Ventilation
All roof structures must be provided with ventilation to prevent entrapment of moisture-
laden air beneath the deck. Minimum requirements are unobstructed vent areas of 1/300 of the
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total insulated ceiling area for conventional roofs, some jurisdictions as well as low slope 2/12 to
4/12 or cathedral ceilings require 1/150. Vent hotes shall be distributed according to the following
conditions: 55% as the base of the roof (soffits) for air inflow and 45% at the ridge for air outflow.
1015A.2.3. Sheathing
It shall be in accordance with the requirements of Item 1015 - Clay Roof Tile, Section
1015.2.2 - Sheathing.
1015A.2.4. Batten
Battens shall be installed in straight lines, leveled; ~uared. and firm and spaced to fit
shingles and accessories as indicated 00 the Plans. A layer of underlayment (one layer Type 15
or Type 30 felt complying with ASTM D 226-Standard Specification for Asphalt-Saturated Organic
Felt Used in Roofing and Waterproofing, ASTM D 4869-Standard Specification for Asphalt-Organic
Felt Shingle Underlayment Used in Roofing or ASTM D 6757-Standard Specification for
Underlayment Felt Containing Inorganic Fibers Used in Steep-Slope Roofing) shall be used before
applying the shingle panels. Top chord or jack rafter shall have at least a minimum roof pitch of
18 degrees.
1015A.2.5. Underlayment
The underlayment shall be installed over entire deck surface, with the length perpendicular
to the eave. Nail sufficiently to hold the underlayment in place until the shingles, are applied.
Install shingles as soon as possible after installation of the underlayment. If underlayment is used
to waterproof over a long period of time, it shall be visually inspected to ensure it is not wet,
wrinkled or otherwise damaged. Damaged items shall be discarded and replaced by a new
approved underlayment.
1015A.2.6. Fasteners
Fasteners to be used are preferably galvanized roofing nails with a minimum 12-gauge
shank and head diameter of at least 10 mm. Both nails and staples should be long enough to
penetrate the roof sheathing by 19 mm or penetrate 6 mm through the sheathing if it is less than
19 mm thick. Fasteners should be driven straight and flush with the shingle surface. Over-driven
nails or staples can cut into the shingle or crack it in cold weather.
1015A.2.7. Asphalt Cement
Asphalt plastic cement which conforms to ASTM D 4586 (Standard Specification for
Asphalt Roof Cement, Asbestos Free) Type I shan be used to ensure compatibility. Cement must
be applied only with a comb or notched trowel in a thin (less than 2 mm thick) even coating.
Overuse of cement can damage the shingles.
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1015A.2.8. Drip and Rake Edge
Metal drip edge of either galvanized steel or copper sheet shall be applied to eaves and
rake edges. Fasten metal at eaves directly to the wood deck and rake over the underlayment,
using nails spaced at 20 cm to 25 cm.
1015A.3. Construction Requirements
Prior to starting any work, the Contractor shall secure approved roof framing Plan and
determine/evaluate actual size condition. In case modification is necessary, the Contractor shall
submit shop drawings to the Engineer for approval.
1015A.3.1. Preparatory Work
The deck shall be prepared with eaves protection, underlayment, drip edges and flashings
as recommended. Shingling works shall proceed after unsatisfactory conditions were corrected
according to the manufacturer's specifications and when existing and forecast weather conditions
will permit the work to be completed without interruption. All building surfaces and materials shall
be protected against damage.
1015A.3.2. Valleys
Valleys shall be set in place before wood battens are installed by applying roll roofing
materials then add metal flashing down the middle of the valley, securing it only to the exterior
edges, and add cement.
Mark dual chalk lines, starting from the ridge with an initial spacing of 150 mm, and extend
them outward from each other with increased spacing of 4 mm for every foot the lines extend.
Next lay the shingles along the chalk lines. The shingles should not be laid any closer than 150
mm to the lines.
1015A.3.3. Hips and Ridges
Shingle paneJs used for hips and ridges protection shall be cut from strip shingles with a
dimension of 310 mm by 300 mm. These shingles shall be bent lengthwise down the center with
equal exposure on each side of hip or ridge. Lapped shingle panels shall be provided with not
more than 125 mm exposure from butt, and nail in unexposed area 130 mm from the butt and
25 mm vertically from the edge.
1015A.3.4. Installation
Installation shall be in accordance with the lines and grades shown in the Plans or as
established by the Engineer.
Immediately after job completion, roof membrane, flashing surfaces, gutters and
downspouts shall be cleaned of debris.
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101SA.4. Method of Measurement
This Item shall be measured by actual roof area laid with asphalt roof shingles and
accessories in square meters or part thereof, for work completed and accepted to the satisfaction
of the Engineer.
101SA.S. Basis of Payment
The accepted work quantified and provided in the Bill of Quantities shall be paid for at the
contract unit price which constitutes full compensation for furnishing all materials, labor, tools,
equipment and other incidentals necessary to complete this Item.
Payment shall be made under:
Pa Item No. Descri tion Unit of Measurement
1015A Asphalt Roof Shingles Square Meter
