Owens Corning Starter Strip Plus Roofing Starter Shingle, 105 lin. ft. Black Asphalt Bundle

Owens Corning Starter Strip Plus is a black asphalt roofing starter shingle sold as a bundle covering 105 linear feet. Its extra-wide, continuously sealed, perforated design eliminates cutting shingle tabs or headlap and provides a clean, straight edge at the eave and rakes.

Key Features:

• No cutting required: Eliminates the need to cut shingle tabs or headlap to create a starter row.
• Continuous sealant: Continuous sealant provides an effective seal between the starter and the first course of shingles.
• Clean straight edge: Provides a clean, straight edge at the eave and rakes.
• Extra-wide design: Extra-wide starter can be used with any shingle that has an exposure of up to 6 in.
• Perforated separation: Packaged two pieces per shingle and perforated down the center for easy separation.
• 105 lin. ft. per bundle: One bundle covers 105 linear feet of eave and rake edge.

Specifications Table:

Coverage & How Much You Need:

One bundle covers 105 linear feet of eave and rake edge. Measure your roof's total eave plus rake perimeter and divide by 105 to determine bundles needed.

Fit and Compatibility:

Extra-wide starter is compatible with any asphalt shingle having an exposure of up to 6 in., including Owens Corning shingle lines. Field shingles, underlayment, and nails are sold separately.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

Q: How much does one bundle cover?
A: Each bundle provides 105 linear feet of starter coverage along eaves and rakes.

Q: Do I need to cut my field shingles for a starter course?
A: No. Starter Strip Plus eliminates cutting shingle tabs or headlap, saving time and waste.

Q: Which shingles does it work with?
A: The extra-wide starter can be used with any shingle that has an exposure of up to 6 in.

Q: How does it seal?
A: A continuous sealant line bonds the starter to the first course of shingles for exceptional bonding strength.

Q: What standards does it meet?
A: It meets ASTM D3462, ASTM D3161 Class F wind resistance, ASTM E108/UL 790 Class A fire resistance, and CSA A123.5, and is Florida Building Code and Miami-Dade approved.

Q: How is it packaged?
A: It is sold by the bundle, with pieces packaged two per shingle and perforated down the center for easy separation.

Expert Verdict — Reviewed by the SuperArbor Pro Desk

Always install a dedicated starter like Starter Strip Plus rather than a cut-up field shingle: the continuous sealant at the eave is what locks down the first course against wind uplift. Measure eaves and rakes separately, since rake installation is recommended on many systems, and divide total linear footage by 105 feet per bundle. Align the sealant strip toward the eave edge per the manufacturer's installation manual. Its Class F wind and Class A fire ratings make it suitable for most residential markets, including high-wind and code-restricted regions like Florida.

Roof work carries fall hazards; use proper fall protection, work in dry conditions, and follow the manufacturer's installation manual and local building codes.

Start your roof right with Owens Corning Starter Strip Plus starter shingle bundles.