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Asphalt shingles may not last as long as once thought. Here's what new research shows
How well do asphalt shingles hold up against strong winds? State officials say they don't last as long as once thought.
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Metal Roof or Shingles? How to Pick the Best Kind for Your Home Like a Pro
Metal and shingle roofs are common options for residential buildings. Metal roofs are typically made of large sheets of steel ...
Asphalt shingle roofs lose wind resistance after 10 years, Florida officials say
Degradation from the sun will weaken the shingles, which are petroleum based, after a decade, state officials said at a ...
Study: 10-year-old asphalt shingles don't protect against hurricane winds
“For a 10-year-old asphalt shingle roof at 60 mph winds, we can expect a one-in-12 chance of damage,” said Michael Newman, ...
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Study: 10-year-old asphalt shingles don't protect against hurricane winds
available credits for a new roof do not differentiate between a new asphalt shingle roof and a new metal roof, but it’s likely to be among the updates, Yaworksy said. “Roofs are probably the ...
Asphalt shingle roofs begin to lose wind resistance after only 10 years, state officials say
A mere decade after installation, asphalt shingle roofs begin to lose their ability to protect homes against hurricane-force ...