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Discover the Value of Impact-Resistant Shingles For Your Roof! Friday, October 28th, 4:00 PM
Impact Resistant Shingles And Their Benefit For Roofing!

Cedar Park, United States - October 28, 2022 / Top Dog Roofing /

In regions where severe weather is common, roof contractors get frequent calls to make storm repairs that include impact damage due to hail and other causes.

One way that homeowners can lessen the need for these roofing repairs is by installing impact-resistant shingles during the next roof replacement.

Premium impact-resistant materials may cost a bit more upfront, but the roofers installing these products find that they reduce impact damage significantly, helping the roof last as long as it is made to.

How Are Impact-Resistant Shingles Different?

Impact-resistant or IR roofing shingles were developed to offer greater protection against hail damage and impacts from flying debris in storm-prone locations.

When correctly installed by professional roofers, IR shingles are designed to be more resilient against impacts because of their special construction.

Two methods for producing IR shingles include those made with a polymer mesh backing to prevent splitting and those composed partly of rubber and polymer which makes them more flexible.

How Do Class 4 IR Roofing Shingles Perform?

Impact resistance in shingles installed by roof contractors is measured according to the degree of impact that a product can withstand in laboratory testing.

IR classes range from traditional shingles with little resistance in Class 1 to Class 4 shingles which have the highest impact-resistance rating.

Class 4 shingles have been through the “steel ball” test, in which a 2” steel ball is dropped repeatedly from a height of 20 feet onto the shingle to mimic the damage that 2” hail might do.

To receive a Class 4 rating, the shingle product must withstand multiple drops without cracking or splitting, the damage usually seen after hail storms and other impacts.

What Are the Benefits of Upgrading to IR Shingles?

While Class 4 impact-resistant shingles are frequently considered a premium product and may cost a little more, roofers recommend them because they are highly protective in areas where impact damage is more likely.

The benefits of spending a little more on these roofing shingles include a lower chance of sustaining substantial impact damage or even minor dents that can go undetected until small leaks under cracked shingles result in major destruction beneath the shingles.

They extend the lifespan of the roof this way and because of that, may even qualify a homeowner for a discount on their home insurance policy.

Who Should Choose Impact-Resistant Roofing Shingles?

Purchasing impact-resistant Class 4 shingles from a trusted local roof contractor is a beneficial choice for anyone living in southern and coastal regions that see frequent storms that produce hail.

They are also helpful in these regions for homes that are positioned on wooded lots or with trees close to the house.

Though they are not necessarily more wind-resistant than standard asphalt shingles, IR shingles can withstand greater impacts, making them less susceptible to wind damage resulting from impact damage.

Talk To A Local Roof Contractor About Impact-Resistant Shingles

Hail and other impacts can destroy shingle roofing in a single storm and when a homeowners insurance deductible for roof damage is substantial, impact-resistant shingles can reduce the number of claims related to hail damage.

Roofers find that in locations where hail is common, IR shingles are a worthwhile investment to protect roofs against the damaging effects of hailstorms!

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Talk to an experienced roof contractor such as Top Dog Roofing about which impact-resistant shingles they recommend for protection against costly hail and impact damage!

When looking for experienced and trusted roofers, be sure to contact Top Dog Roofing for expert roof replacement and repairs – call them at (512) 729-1091 to schedule an appointment for a roof inspection!

Contact Information:

Top Dog Roofing

[email protected] 3600 W Whitestone Blvd
Cedar Park, TX 78613
United States

Clayton Beeson
https://www.topdogroof.com/

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