Homeowners contemplating the installation of a replacement roof may be concerned about the wind resistance of construction materials used on their homes especially in areas with a high concentration of tornadoes or hurricanes.
Roof shingles wind rating.
In most cases using staples will void the manufacturer wind rating warranty.
One thing to watch out for is an installer utilizing staples to install the roof.
So all i can suggest at this point is to put dabs of asphalt cement under the shingle tabs or just keep replacing the blown off shingles.
N use wind resistance ratings to choose among shingles but do not rely on ratings for performance.
The same shingle qualifies for a 130 mph wind rating level 5 hurricane if you use 6 fasteners per shingle.
What are wind ratings resistance and shingles.
130 mph wind resistance limited warranties are available for iko cambridge ir and iko dynasty asphalt roofing shingles.
But if it comes time to actually re roof you want to use high wind resistant shingles.
The new atlas hp42 shingle features a 1 nailing area larger than the industry average and the double adhesive sealant line that has earned it a wind protection guarantee up to 150 mph.
They stay better and stronger.