IKO Cambridge Review: The Most Reliable Shingle for BC’s Climate

December 10, 2025

British Columbia’s climate is unforgiving. Rain, moisture, moss, windstorms, freeze–thaw cycles — your roof takes the worst beating 365 days a year.

This is why most BC roofing failures happen long before they should.
Not because of the shingles…
But because of the installer.

And when it comes to asphalt shingle performance, one brand consistently stands at the top:

IKO Cambridge — Engineered for Canada. Installed Perfectly by XP.

XP doesn’t install roofs.
XP builds roofing systems—moisture-proof, wind-locked, impact-resistant, and architecturally clean.

Other contractors slap on shingles.
XP performs roof surgery.

Why IKO Cambridge Is BC’s Most Trusted Shingle

IKO Cambridge is specifically engineered for Canadian weather:

✔️ Heavyweight architectural shingles (stronger, thicker, longer-lasting)
✔️ FastLock™ seal for wind resistance up to 110–130 MPH
✔️ Best-in-class algae protection for BC’s wet coastal climate
✔️ Deep, architectural shadow lines & premium colours
✔️ Highest-mass shingle among major North American brands

Most roofers don’t tell homeowners this, but mass matters.
Heavier shingles = better protection, better performance, better lifespan.

XP chooses IKO Cambridge because it delivers the durability BC homes genuinely require.

Where XP Destroys the Competition: Installation Quality

IKO Cambridge performs only when installed to precision.
And most BC roofers simply don’t have precision — or discipline.

Let’s be brutally honest:

Many nail too high (leading to blown-off shingles)

Many skip underlayment or moisture barrier

Many cut valleys poorly

Many never install proper drip-edge

Many take shortcuts on ventilation

Many reuse old flashings

Many leave debris everywhere

XP doesn’t tolerate ANY shortcuts.


1.XP Builds a Full Roofing System — Not Just a Roof

Every XP Cambridge roof includes:

Ice & water shield

Synthetic underlayment

Reinforced valleys

Metal drip-edge & proper starter strips

Correct Cambridge nailing pattern

Maximum airflow ventilation

Flashings replaced, not reused

Precision ridge-cap finishing

This is the difference between a 10-year roof and a 30–40 year roof.

2.Young, Hungry, Fast, and Ruthlessly Accurate

Your roof isn’t installed by tired old contractors who just want to finish by 3PM.

XP’s roofing team is:

young

energetic

detail-obsessed

trained weekly

multicultural and unified

laser-focused on safety + quality

Speed without accuracy means nothing.
XP gives you BOTH.

3.The Cleanest Roofing Jobsites in BC

Roofing gets messy.
XP keeps it clean:

✔️ magnets to pick up every nail
✔️ full tarp protection
✔️ zero debris in gardens
✔️ spotless cleanup daily

A roof shouldn’t leave your property looking like a disaster zone.
XP ensures it never does.

Protect Your Most Valuable Asset With an IKO Cambridge Roof Installed by XP

Your roof is the first and last line of defense against:

leaks

mold

rot

attic moisture damage

insulation failure

interior destruction

One bad roofing contractor can cost you tens of thousands in hidden damage.

That’s why XP treats every roof like a building-envelope project, not a weekend job.

Why Homeowners Choose XP for Roofing

✔️ Licensed, insured, Worksafe-certified
✔️ Elite-level installation discipline
✔️ Clean, precise valleys and ridge-lines
✔️ Stronger warranties than typical roofers
✔️ Young & hungry team = higher effort, better execution
✔️ We show up, communicate clearly, and finish strong
✔️ We NEVER cut corners — zero compromise
✔️ We work fast, clean, and safely
✔️ Premium roofing at mid-range cost

With XP, you don’t gamble.
You win.