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Architectural Shingle Roof Replacement Questions (Hailstorm Aftermath)
Posted on 5/1/24 at 5:14 pm
Posted on 5/1/24 at 5:14 pm
We had a fairly significant hail storm a couple of weeks ago and my 20 year old roof (architectural shingles) took a beating. Many neighbors have filed with insurance and had claims approved for new roofs. I've already had 4 roofing companies knocking on the door, but have a company chosen already.
My questions:
Is there a brand or type of shingle I need to replace with? New tyvex under? What do I need to know?
Pics of hail attached. One decent hailstone I found in my driveway, the next was at my deck back door. I thought we might lose a south facing window because it sound like gravel thrown into the windows for a good 20 minutes.
My questions:
Is there a brand or type of shingle I need to replace with? New tyvex under? What do I need to know?
Pics of hail attached. One decent hailstone I found in my driveway, the next was at my deck back door. I thought we might lose a south facing window because it sound like gravel thrown into the windows for a good 20 minutes.
This post was edited on 5/1/24 at 5:17 pm
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Posted on 5/1/24 at 5:47 pm to slacker130
Where you live?
Posted on 5/1/24 at 6:48 pm to slacker130
Prairieville in February
Posted on 5/2/24 at 2:02 am to slacker130
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slacker130
If the insurance is paying for a new roof, EVERYTHING should be taken off to the decking. Decking examined then new felt put down. New drip edge, starter shingles, architectural shingles, and hip and ridge shingles. All new roof accessories and new metal caps on heater stacks.
Shingle wise, they are all pretty much what and what until you start talking about the upgraded shingles.
Posted on 5/2/24 at 6:43 am to LSUDad
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Where you live?
Georgia
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couv1217
That's what I thought. Just didn't know if any upgrades are necessary.
Posted on 5/2/24 at 8:08 am to slacker130
A few things, in the valleys they should put ice and water shields, you can Google this.
A quick check on the lifespan of shingles:
The different asphalt shingle roof types and their expected lifespans are:
*3-tab shingles: The cheapest asphalt shingle type lasting between 15-30 years.
*Architectural shingles: Also called dimensional shingles, these asphalt shingles are mid-range priced and last between 20-30 years.
*Premium shingles: The highest price tag when it comes to asphalt shingle materials, these last between 25-40 years.
Hail damage, make sure they do a good check of all metal vents, metal stacks on the roof area.
As for location, I have family in Woodstock, Ga. A great area to visit.
A quick check on the lifespan of shingles:
The different asphalt shingle roof types and their expected lifespans are:
*3-tab shingles: The cheapest asphalt shingle type lasting between 15-30 years.
*Architectural shingles: Also called dimensional shingles, these asphalt shingles are mid-range priced and last between 20-30 years.
*Premium shingles: The highest price tag when it comes to asphalt shingle materials, these last between 25-40 years.
Hail damage, make sure they do a good check of all metal vents, metal stacks on the roof area.
As for location, I have family in Woodstock, Ga. A great area to visit.
Posted on 5/2/24 at 5:39 pm to slacker130
We just had roof replaced. Went with Malarkey Vista AR shingles. Has a great warranty and has already saved me $1200 this year on homeowners insurance since it's a Class IV shingle.
Posted on 5/24/24 at 4:15 pm to SirSaintly
Just found out insurance is paying for the roof. 
I'll check the savings if I go with a class IV. My roofer is quoting me GAF Timberline HDZ shingles, I'll get a quote on the class IV equivalent. Not sure if there will be that large of a savings because I'm not in a high wind area.
I'll check the savings if I go with a class IV. My roofer is quoting me GAF Timberline HDZ shingles, I'll get a quote on the class IV equivalent. Not sure if there will be that large of a savings because I'm not in a high wind area.
Posted on 5/24/24 at 8:18 pm to slacker130
One thing to consider is the trend of insurance companies to non-renew for older roofs. I currently have a 20 year old architectual shingle roof and I have a lot of granular loss but no hail or wind damage. I half expect my insurance company to tell me they will not renew unless I get it replaced.
I am hearing from my broker more companies are insisting on 15 year or newer roof to write a policy.
If that is the case it is causing me to wonder why would I pay for a premium "25-40" year product if this is the direction of the insurane industry.
I am interested in others experiences on this. I live in GA.
I am hearing from my broker more companies are insisting on 15 year or newer roof to write a policy.
If that is the case it is causing me to wonder why would I pay for a premium "25-40" year product if this is the direction of the insurane industry.
I am interested in others experiences on this. I live in GA.
This post was edited on 5/24/24 at 8:22 pm
Posted on 5/25/24 at 11:29 am to slacker130
If you're already insurance approved take the whole roof off down to the decking and get everything new. Flashing, dripping, the works and get some top grade shingles.
Posted on 5/25/24 at 11:43 am to agilitydawg
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I am hearing from my broker more companies are insisting on 15 year or newer roof to write a policy.
It was almost impossible to get insurance on a house I own in Gulf Shores w a 16 year old roof. The 30 year architectural roof shingles are in good condition.
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