Is a class 4 roof worth it?

Are Class 4 Impact Resistant Shingles Worth the Cost? Generally, yes. Typically, these shingles cost 10-20% more than their non-impact counterparts. That being said, they reduce a homeowner’s maintenance costs and may even prevent premature roof replacement.

What are the best Class 4 shingles?

Best Class 4 Impact Resistance Rubber Roofing Shingle Companies

Atlas Roofing Corporation.
Malarkey Roofing Products.
CertainTeed Corporation.
Enviroshake Inc.
Euroshield.

What is duration storm?

TruDefinition™ Duration STORM™ Impact- Resistant Shingles with WeatherGuard® Technology are the ideal premium shingle choice for homeowners concerned with the effect of severe weather on their roof. 5NLIKETruDefinition Duration STORM features patented WeatherGuard Technology. allows the shingles to meet one of the.

How long does a class 4 roof last?

Several factors, such as weather in your area, workmanship, and materials used to make shingles determine the lifespan of your roof. Unless a tree lands on your roof or a major storm hits your area, most roofs can last between 15 and 50 years. Class 4 shingles are rubberized and last between twenty and thirty years.

Are Class 4 shingles thicker?

Impact resistant shingles are manufactured in a multilayer and thicker than the standard asphalt shingles. The impact rating of UL Standard 2218 Class 4 will be on the underside of the shingle.

How can you tell if you have Class 4 shingles?

How do I know if I have an impact-resistant roof? Shingles are rated Class 1 through 4, with Class 4 shingles having the highest resistance. The impact rating is usually marked on the underside of the shingle or on the packaging. You will not be able to tell the impact rating by looking at a shingle.

Are CertainTeed shingles better than Owens Corning?

Both shingles are made well and come with competitive warranties, similar color choices, and quality. That said, CertainTeed shingles are heavier, offering more protection, and seem to hold up to wear and tear much better than Owens Corning shingles.

What is a Class 4 shingle?

To receive a Class 4 rating, a roofing shingle must withstand having a 2-inch steel ball dropped multiple times from a height of 20 feet. While Class 4 is the highest rating for impact resistance, there are also lower ratings a shingle can receive, such as Class 3 and Class 2.

What is a Class 3 shingle?

A Class 3 rating is given to shingles that do not crack after being hit by a steel ball, measuring 1.75” in diameter and dropped from twenty feet. To pass the UL 2218 test, the shingle cannot be cracked after that impact.

Does GAF make a Class 4 shingle?

Timberline® AS II SBS Modified IR Shingles combine all the beauty of Timberline® Shingles with UL 2218 Class 4 impact resistance. Their beauty is unlike any other, thanks to our proprietary shadow bands. Each shadow band is applied using a sophisticated, computer-controlled “feathering” technique.

Is Owens Corning a good shingle?

Owens Corning Shingles Quality. GAF sets the industry standard for reliable and long-lasting shingles and roofing products. Owens Corning in product quality, both carry excellent products, though GAF offers more protection for wind and hail.

What are the top 5 roofing shingles?

Ultimately, the test revealed that the top 10 shingle brands were:

Atlas – Pinnacle Pristine.
GAF-Elk – Royal Sovereign.
CertainTeed – XT 25.
Atlas – StormMaster Slate.
Tamko – Heritage.
Owens Corning – Oakridge.
Owens Corning – Duration.
Owens Corning – Berkshire Collection.

Why choose Owens Corning roofing shingles?

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Based on the results of this test, UL assigns one of four ratings to a shingle, with Class 4 being the highest possible rating. During this testing method, a steel ball is dropped from a specified height onto an installed roofing shingle several times.

Why choose durationduration roofing shingles?

Duration roofing shingles provide strength and durability to your roof thanks to patented SureNail technology TruDefinition is Owens Corning’s color design platform specially formulated to capture bright, vibrant hues and dramatic shades

What colors of shingles are in the storm® shingle colors?

TruDeﬁnition® Duration STORM® Shingle Colors Brownwood† Antique Silver† Estate Gray† Onyx Black† Teak†