Impact-Resistant Roofing in Edmond, OK for Hail Country
Mark Ferguson Roofing & Construction installs impact-resistant roofing in Edmond, OK and across the Oklahoma City metro, so your home is ready before the next hailstorm.
Reasons to Choose a Hail Resistant Roof
Oklahoma roofs take a beating from hail. One large insurer found that Oklahoma had the second highest rate of storm losses from wind and hail in the nation, and most of those losses came from hail. A hail resistant roof is built to take more of that punishment before it cracks or leaks.
Planning an upgrade before a storm lets you pick the shingle, the color and the timing on your own terms. Most homeowners start to think about it at one of a few moments:
- The current roof is near the end of its life and a new one is coming anyway
- A recent storm left bruised shingles or loose granules in the gutters
- Homes on the same street have had hail damage more than once
- You plan to stay in the home for many years
- You want fewer repair calls after spring storms
Our Impact-Resistant Roof Upgrade Process
An upgrade to impact-resistant roofing in Edmond, OK follows the same careful steps as any full new roof. The difference is the product and the extra care that helps a rated shingle do its job.
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Roof Assessment
We look at the age of your current roof, the wood deck under it and the airflow in the attic. You get a plain account of what the upgrade involves for your home.
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Shingle and Color Choice
We walk you through rated shingle lines and the colors that suit your home. The product label shows the impact rating, so you can confirm it yourself.
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Tear-Off and Install
The old roof comes off down to the deck, and any soft or rotted wood is replaced. Where your city requires a roofing permit, it is in place before work starts.
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Cleanup and Records
We clean the site and hand you the product details for your files. Your insurance agent may ask to see that rating information later.
What Class 4 Shingles Mean Under UL 2218
Class 4 is the highest impact rating under UL 2218, the common lab test for steep roof coverings. In the test, steel balls are dropped onto a roof sample from set heights. Class 4 shingles must survive a 2 inch steel ball dropped from 20 feet onto the same spot twice without cracking.
Lower classes use smaller balls and shorter drops. Class 1 starts with a 1.25 inch ball, and Class 3 uses a 1.75 inch ball. Dents, scuffs and some lost granules on the top surface do not count as a failure. A crack through the back of the shingle does.
Keep in mind that the rating is a lab result on new material. Real hail varies in size, speed and angle, so no shingle is hail proof. A Class 4 roof is made to resist damage better than a standard one, and that gap matters in a state where hail is a yearly event.
Choosing Impact Resistant Shingles in Oklahoma
Most impact resistant shingles in Oklahoma are asphalt shingles made with tougher materials that resist cracking when hail strikes. From the street, they look much like standard dimensional shingles. Neighbors will see a clean, layered roof, not a product that looks out of place.
As a GAF Certified Roofer, Mark Ferguson Roofing & Construction installs GAF roofing systems, and GAF makes shingles that carry a UL 2218 Class 4 rating. We help you weigh those lines against standard asphalt shingle roofing for color, look and how long you plan to stay in the house.
The right choice depends on the style of your home, the pitch of the roof and your budget. A rated shingle is one part of the system. The deck, the underlayment, the vents and the flashing all need to be sound for the roof to hold up.
Impact Resistant Roof Insurance Discount: What to Ask
Some insurance companies lower premiums for homes with stronger roofs. The Oklahoma Insurance Department reports that discounts for homes built or retrofitted to the IBHS FORTIFIED standard range from 3% to 42%, depending on the insurer. Rules for rated shingles alone vary from one company to the next.
An impact resistant roof insurance discount is never automatic. Each insurer sets its own terms, and some ask for proof of the shingle's rating or a copy of the invoice. Call your agent before you sign a roofing contract and ask exactly what they need to see.
The state has also run a grant program, Strengthen Oklahoma Homes, that helps pay for roofs built to the FORTIFIED Roof standard in certain zip codes. Check with the Oklahoma Insurance Department for current openings and rules before you plan around it.
What Affects the Cost of Impact-Resistant Roofing in Edmond, OK
Every roof is priced on its own, after we have been up on it. Rated shingles are a premium product, and several other details shape the final number for impact-resistant roofing in Edmond, OK:
- The size of the roof and the number of slopes and valleys
- The pitch, and how easy the roof is to walk safely
- The condition of the wood deck under the old shingles
- How many old layers need to come off
- Vents, flashing and edge metal that need to be replaced
- The shingle line and color you choose
Weigh the cost against the long view. A tougher roof can mean fewer repairs after storms, and an insurance credit, where your insurer offers one, can offset part of the upgrade over time.
Why Choose Our Team for a Class 4 Roof
Mark Ferguson Roofing & Construction has served Edmond and the Oklahoma City metro for more than a decade. We are a GAF Certified Roofer, BBB A+ Accredited, and registered with the Oklahoma Construction Industries Board (Okla. CIB #80000174).
We work in the same storm belt as our customers, so we know what spring hail does to a roof here. You get a straight answer on whether a Class 4 upgrade makes sense now or can wait until your current roof wears out. That recommendation rests on the condition of your roof and your plans for the home.
Free estimates let you compare options at no cost. We explain each line item, show you the shingle choices in person and leave you with a written plan you can share with your insurance agent before you decide.
- GAF Certified Roofer, recognized by the shingle maker GAF
- BBB A+ Accredited Business
- Okla. CIB Registered for roofing, #80000174
- Edmond based More than a decade in the metro
Impact-Resistant Roofing Across Central Oklahoma
Hail does not stop at the city limits, and neither does our work. Homeowners ask us about impact-resistant roofing in Edmond, OK and the counties around it after every rough spring, whether they live in a newer subdivision or an older home in town. Insurance considerations, neighborhood appearance and the remaining life of the current roof all factor into the recommendation.
We install impact-resistant roofs for homeowners in Oklahoma City, Canadian County, Kingfisher County and Grady County. Each home gets the same roof assessment, the same shingle choices and the same free written estimate.
If a recent storm already left its mark, start with hail damage roof repair and plan the upgrade from there. The full range of roofing and exterior services covers the gutters, vents and siding that work alongside a new roof.
Impact-Resistant Roofing Questions from Edmond Homeowners
Are Class 4 shingles hail proof?
No shingle is hail proof. Class 4 means the shingle passed the toughest level of the UL 2218 lab test, where a 2 inch steel ball strikes the same spot twice without cracking it. Very large hail can still damage a Class 4 roof, but a rated shingle resists common storms far better than a standard one.
Do impact-resistant shingles look different from regular shingles?
Most do not. Rated asphalt shingles are made in the same dimensional style as standard architectural shingles, with similar color choices. From the street, most people cannot tell the difference. The rating shows on the product label and paperwork, which is what your insurance agent may ask to see, not on the face of the shingle.
Should I upgrade now or wait until my roof is damaged?
It depends on the age and condition of your current roof. If it is near the end of its life, upgrading on your own schedule gives you more time to choose and compare. If it still has good years left, waiting can make sense. An inspection shows which side of that line your roof is on today.
How do I show my insurer that my roof is Class 4?
Keep the product name, the UL 2218 rating and the invoice from the install. Many insurers ask for those papers, and some send their own inspector. Ask your agent what form of proof they accept before the work starts, so the right documents are ready the day the job is done.
Does a Class 4 roof need a different install?
A rated shingle still has to be installed the way the maker's instructions require, with the right nailing, underlayment and flashing. A poor install can undo the benefit of a tough product. We also check the deck and the attic vents, because a roof only performs as well as the system under it.
Plan Your Class 4 Roof Before the Next Storm
The best time to upgrade a roof is before hail forces the choice. Call Mark Ferguson Roofing & Construction for a free estimate, and we will help you decide whether rated shingles are right for your home.
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