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Be sure to read the warranties thoroughly to see what is covered.

Hail damage is not covered by manufacturer warranties.

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That means that your roof could see more devastating forces than what is done in the UL 2218 test, and your shingles can still crack under that pressure. Even the UL 2218 test states that results are not an actual representation of what happens once IR shingles are installed.

Cracking is not always because of defects.

The rubberized asphalt keeps them from cracking, yes, but that doesn’t mean they are invincible.

Even after a hail storm or a brutal bashing from debris, IR shingles can still be damaged or have missing granules.

It’s impact resistance, not impact-proof.

It is important to understand that impact resistant shingles are not impervious to damage. If a shingle does not have any visible cracks, it receives a UL 2218 Class 4 classification. This is done six times to see if the shingle fractures.

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A two-inch metal ball is dropped from a height of 20 feet onto the shingles to see if the materials cracked under the force of the impact, which equals about 32 joules of energy. This strength and resilience is measured with the UL 2218 impact test. This means that TAMKO’s Heritage IR shingles are impact resistant to the highest degree. You might see it called “rubberized asphalt.” This makes it more resilient to impacts from hail.Ī Class 4 rating is not available to all shingles, as it is the highest rating for impact resistance available. Now, what does it mean for shingles to be impact resistant? Aren’t all shingles able to withstand a certain degree of force? By definition, IR shingles are Class 4 and specially manufactured with something called styrene-butadiene-styrene, or SBS, which is a kind of modified asphalt. Heritage IR shingles are the only ones that received the UL 2218 Class 4 classification.

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ASTM D7158 Class H and ASTM D3161 Class F Wind ResistanceĪs you peruse the technical information for other Heritage series shingles, you will notice that others do not have an impact resistance rating.

TAMKO Heritage IR shingles have received the following ratings: There is also a 10-year Algae Cleaning Limited Warranty.

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The warranty includes a 10-year Full Start Period where any manufacturing defect or damages caused by poor installation will be covered completely. Available colors include Thunderstorm Grey, Rustic Black, Rustic Slate, and Weathered Wood. Heritage IR shingles have the appearance of wooden shakes, use the Shadowtone feature for more colorful depth and enhanced curb appeal, and come with a generous lifetime warranty. Heritage IR shingles can be placed of roof decks with a slope of 2 inches per foot or more. Every shingle is also coated with a layer of weathering-grade materials and ceramic granules. TAMKO’s Heritage IR shingles are laminated asphalt shingles that utilize fiberglass mats that are reinforced with polyester, eliminating backing aggregate. But just how impact resistant are Heritage IR shingles? Are they a worthwhile investment? Coming with the same rich colors and quality that TAMKO is known for, as well as the same expanded limited lifetime warranty, Heritage IR shingles have gained popularity among homeowners and roofing contractors. The new impact-resistant shingles are called Heritage IR. The popular Heritage series by TAMKO Building Products has recently expanded.

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