Wind damage is common in the United States and can lead to thousands of dollars in repair costs to roofs and interiors alike. Wise homeowners read on to know what roofs work best against the worst storms!

Things To Know Before Roofing Selection

Wind damage to homes can be more pronounced if the structure of your roof is not up to par. Roofing in and of itself is of little help to homes without a good underlying structure of decking and proper support for the roof.

Another important factor is how well roofs are fastened to the home. If shingles are not securely attached to the roof they will simply fly off. Nails are stronger fasteners than staples for shingles, and the more water resistant the better.

It’s not only wind or rain that can damage your roof. What actually does most damage in heavy storms and hurricanes are projectiles from nearby structures striking homes in high winds. It is important therefore to have a solid combination of sound structure, expert installation, and quality roofing like that from Eagle Watch Roofing to safeguard your home against damage. If you know a storm is on the way, whatever roof you have, scan your yard for objects like chairs and grills that can act as projectiles and damage your home.

Best Roofing For Wind Resistance

Fiberglass Shingles

Fiberglass is a strong material that is very difficult to break apart. Consequently, fiberglass shingles stand up very well to high winds. Failure, more often than not, is due to shoddy work during installation.

Shingles made of composites of paper or wood are not as strong as those made of fiberglass and often not suited to high wind areas. Fastening is crucial for fiberglass shingles and regular shingles alike and should incorporate more nails in higher risk zones, usually 4-6 in risk areas.

Wind Categories To Understand
  • Gale Force (39 miles per hour) – Branches can be blown off trees and small projectiles picked off the ground.
  • Strong Gale (47 miles per hour) – Shingles can be blown off the roof with minor structural damage
  • Storm (55 miles per hour) – Trees can be blown over and structural damage can occur
  • Violent Storm (64 miles per hour) – Large damage can be done to roofs and structures

For the best results maintaining your roofing system and avoiding roofing issues, contact Eagle Watch Roofing for roof inspections and repairs. We’re always on call to deliver superior service when you need it.

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