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April 20, 2019

What Are The Most Storm Resistant Types of Shingles?

Resistance to the high winds, rain, snow or hail associated with the…

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What To Do When Record Hail Hits Your City

Denver roofers have been building new roofs non-stop since hail storms of…

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What Are The Most Storm Resistant Types of Shingles?

April 20, 2019April 17, 2019

Resistance to the high winds, rain, snow or hail associated with the strong storms that have become increasingly frequent in recent years is essential when it comes to choosing the shingles for your new roofs. While other factors, such as aesthetic aspects and energy efficiency are very important as well, the capacity to withstand extreme weather, especially storms, is of even greater importance, so here are some features to look for and things to know about when you look for a shingle roof that can stand up to storms.

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The Impact-Resistance Rating System

When you buy roofing shingles, the purchased product comes with a documentation that includes information related to the features and ratings of the product, including the impact-resistance rating. The lowest rating is Class 1, which means that the product has been subjected to and passed impact-resistance testing that involved the dropping of a 1-1/4” steel ball from a height of 12 feet. The Class 2 rating informs you that the product in front of you has been tested with a 1-1/2” steel ball, dropped from 15 feet, Class 3 shingles are tested with a 1-3/4” ball dropped from 17 feet and the highest-rated, Class 4 shingles have past the impact-resistance test done with a steel ball that is at least 2” large from 20 feet. The shingles pass Class 1 to 3 testing if they don’t show any punctures, tears, cracks or splits in their mats after the drops are repeated twice, while the shingles tested for Class 4 are inspected not only with the naked eye, but also under a magnification lens and they must not show any sign of damage on any side.

Some very special products are tested with a special method, the UL2218-B ice-hail impact test that involves steel balls propelled onto the shingles at various speeds to resemble the conditions that the shingles must endure during strong storm.

What to Expect

You must be aware that roofing shingles can be made impact-resistant, but not completely impact proof – no matter how resistant and durable your shingles are and no matter how well they have performed in the testing phase, they can get damaged if the hail is large enough or if the winds associated with the storm are high enough. Most shingles are able to resist to much more than they are rated for – even Class 1 shingles can endure hail that is larger than the size of the ball they have been tested with, but no shingle can endure any abuse.

The other factor that will have an impact on the resistance that your shingles can put up in front of hail and storm is wear and tear. Shingles are usually warranted for 25-40 years, but extreme weather weakens the materials that the shingles are made from, which means that the same shingles installed in a quiet region and in a storm-prone area will not have the same longevity.

How to Handle Your New Shingles

According to roofers Pensacola FL specialists, try to buy the highest-rated shingles that you can afford and make sure to clean, inspect and repair your roof regularly. Check the roof after each strong storm and replace damaged components if you think it is necessary – preventive maintenance, combined with timely repairs is the best way to preserve your roof in great condition from the day it is installed until the day you tear it off and replace it.

What To Do When Record Hail Hits Your City

March 12, 2019

Colorado hail Storms Denver roofers have been building new roofs non-stop since hail storms of epic proportions started in 2017 and 2018. The entire Denver metro area saw record hail storms that caused billions of dollars in damage. 2019 is a new year and there is still quite a bit of work remaining to restore all the buildings affected throughout the Denver area.

Finding Roof Damage Through Inspection

Roof inspections start the process of determining damage and insurance coverage options from a hail storm. Most people do not decide to go out and buy a new roof unless an insurance claim is picking up the tab. New Roof Plus is Haag Certified for both residential and commercial roofing systems inspections. Like many things in life, it’s smart to use someone who is trained and professional. At New Roof Plus, we believe in continuous education and constant improvement. This is why we are Haag Certified. You don’t have to be certified in roofing and most roofers are not. But we feel it makes us much better so we insist on being certified.

The Insurance Claim Process

Your building insurance policy provides certain roofing protection and roof coverage for your structure. The policy has restrictions and limitations as well. We see and review policies all the time with customers. We are not legal advisors but we have a lot of experience understanding the limitations and exceptions on a Denver roofing and building insurance policy. Some Denver roofing companies are not as prepared as they should be for this part of the roofing business. Most consumers prefer to have an expert with experience on their side. Understanding the full extent of your coverage is good knowledge to have when preparing to submit a claim to your insurance company.

Getting Your New Roof

Roofing Denver homes and buildings is a tough job. Getting a new roof is a somewhat disturbing experience. It’s loud, it’s messy, they start early, it appears dangerous, there are nails and old material being ripped off the decking. The neighbors’ dogs are upset. It’s kind of stressful for the building owner and so it’s a big deal. And this is with good weather.
The weather needs to play nice so crews can remove the old damaged roofing system and then install a completely new roofing system in its place. A typical home in the Denver metro area can have its roof removed and replaced in a single day. Sometimes the crew needs to return the next morning to ensure a perfect completion to the work and then a perfect cleanup.

Checking Reviews

When you begin this odyssey of possibly getting a new roof due to hail or storm activity, the first place to look is at Denver roofing company reviews. Reviews in today’s world tell a lot about a company. Most roofing companies have to really work hard to attain a very strong review profile. Happy customers usually just say “thanks” in person and move on with their lives. To get a large review portfolio a roofing contractor today needs to earn every great review. They have to ask for the customer to write it. But no one asks for reviews if they are not proud of the work they do. Getting a 5-star review after the roofing company came in and exploded the roof and then buttoned it all back up into a beautiful new roofing system takes a lot of communication, a lot of hand-holding for some, preparation and outstanding clean up for the finish.

New Roof Plus has a motto, “Building New Roofs and Relationships”. Every customer we get to serve we want to be friends with them. We want this for a couple of reasons. Number one, it’s more fun to work with people who like you. Number two, it helps us continue to grow. If we are friends, people want us to succeed. If we are friends, we want to please them with a job well done. If we are friends, they will gladly write us a review to tell others about us. So we like our motto and hope you will to.