Hurricane Resistant Roof Shingles

New shingles made of asphalt are more hurricane resistant than their older counterparts.

Hurricane resistant roof shingles.

Many hurricane prone areas are also prone to hail. Smaller font size shingle roof fans fear not. Hurricane proof roofing provides south florida homeowners and commercial property owners free insurance claims assistance. To protect roof coverings from both wind and hail damage look for wind and impact rated roof coverings.

How your shingles withstand extreme temperatures like the cold of winter in montana or the heat of summer in arizona. Note that the target bond strength for wind resistant shingle tabs is between 12 and 17 pounds so don t overdo it. The new atlas hp42 shingle features a 1 nailing area larger than the industry average and the double adhesive sealant line that has earned it a wind protection guarantee up to 150 mph. We think mother nature would be impressed.

Around 125 000 homes in miami dade county alone were severely devastated or completely destroyed. Use wind resistance ratings to choose among shingles but do not rely on ratings for performance. Wind speeds topped 165 mph and left 25 billion in damages to the state. Alternatively you can use a small 1 wide paint scraper or putty knife to gently pry up on the edge of the shingle tabs.

For shingles wind ratings are based on standards published by astm international formerly known as the american society for testing and materials and resistance to impact is based on an. All gaf shingles have passed the requirements of ac438. For those interested in low maintenance they re generally easy to patch and repair as needed. Some varieties can safeguard against winds as fast as 130 mph.

Gaf was the first shingle manufacturer whose shingles passed these torturous tests. Hurricane andrew in 1992 was a historical storm that had an impact on florida which is still playing out today. Wind resistance of shingles is all about keeping the tabs adhered to the tops of the shingles below. They stay better and stronger.

These products have the wind resistance necessary for hurricane zones but like asphalt shingles their fasteners are beneath the flow of water. Per bundle 21 pieces model 0489180 view the timberline hdz shingle collection. Gaf timberline hdz charcoal algae resistant laminated high definition shingles 33 33 sq.