"roofing isn't exactly cheap, y'know? Better safe than sorry, even if Malarkey turns out solid."
Haha, yeah, Malarkey threw me off at first too. Reminds me of when we had storm damage a few years back and the roofer recommended TAMKO shingles. I legit thought he said "taco shingles" and was like... wait, what? 😂 Ended up being totally fine though—just goes to show weird names don't always mean sketchy quality. Still, can't hurt to double-check reviews and warranties before dropping that kind of cash.
Malarkey shingles actually have a pretty solid reputation from what I've seen, despite the goofy name. But honestly, I'd be more cautious about contractor networks than the shingles themselves. Had a friend who got burned by one of those "preferred contractor" setups—ended up being more about marketing kickbacks than actual quality control. I'd say trust your gut and do your own homework on the installers, not just the materials.
Yeah, Malarkey shingles are pretty decent from what I've inspected—solid build quality and good durability. But you're spot-on about contractor networks...seen plenty of "preferred" installers who were anything but. Always better to vet the crew yourself than rely on marketing labels.
"Always better to vet the crew yourself than rely on marketing labels."
Couldn't agree more with this. I've seen some "preferred" installers who couldn't tell a drip edge from a ridge vent...yikes. Malarkey shingles are solid, sure, but even the best materials won't save you from sloppy workmanship. Personally, I'd rather spend extra time grilling the crew about their experience and methods than trust a fancy badge. Saves headaches down the road.
"even the best materials won't save you from sloppy workmanship."
Spot on. I've seen storm-damaged roofs that could've held up way better if the install had been done right from the start. Good shingles help, but it's the details—like proper flashing and sealing—that really make a difference. Taking that extra time to chat with the crew beforehand is worth it... saves a lot of stress when the next big storm rolls through.
