Asphalt vs. Synthetic Shingles

Shingle Install Types

synthetic and asphalt shingles

What is the difference between a traditional asphalt shingle and a synthetic shingle? And which one will protect your home or business for the longest amount of time?

The answer may surprise you. If you need shingle install in Highlands Ranch, make sure you work with Celtic Roofing.

Traditional Asphalt Shingle

A traditional asphalt shingle is built to last 15 to 20-plus years … in the Garden of Eden. And although Colorado is about as close to heaven as one can get, there are environmental factors that contribute to the breakdown of a roof prior to the 15- to 20-year mark. In order to ensure you are getting the most out of your asphalt roof, you will need expert shingle install in Highlands Ranch.

The manufacturer’s warranty states that the Class 4 asphalt shingle should withstand the following:

 

  • Wind speeds of up to 120 miles per hour
  • Class 4 hail rating — the highest rating possible 
  • Class A fire rating against being flammable 

 

F-Wave Synthetic Shingles 

The synthetic roofing system that we use for our clients is called F-Wave. In a nutshell, professional hail damage roofing contractors from the roofing supply industry weren’t too thrilled about the current shingles on the market, and decided to design and produce their own! The obvious benefit here is the decades of experience that came together to make the F-Wave shingle. Add to that the fact that these shingles are almost impervious to weather-related issues, are “self-healing,” and extremely cost-effective … and you’ve got the trifecta of the shingle world at your fingertips.

 

F-Wave shingles are made from engineered materials that are designed for maximum durability. These one-piece shingles have no granules and no asphalt, which means they don’t lose their performance over time. The warranty speaks for itself — a 5-year hail and a 50-year standard. Wow! With the help of our expert hail damage roofing contractors, the single-piece design is easy to install, is very lightweight, and has an authentic appearance to look like a traditional shingle, wood shake or slate. 

 

The Class 4 rated synthetic shingles withstand:

  • Wind speeds up to 130 miles per hour
  • Class 4 hail rating — the highest rating possible
  • Class A fire rating against being flammable 

 

Wait a second. They seem fairly comparable! Well, they are. Here at Celtic, we upgrade EVERY shingle install in Highlands Ranch, Castle Rock, and surrounding areas to a class-4 hail-rated shingle in order to ensure the best protection! Synthetic or asphalt, it will always be the highest rated shingle on the market for the protection of your home, barn or business. 

To recap, traditional asphalt shingles and synthetic shingles are very comparable in the way they respond to Colorado weather and protect your home. You will get a better warranty with synthetic, and won’t sacrifice style or aesthetic in order to keep your home safe. If you need expert shingle install in Highlands Ranch, Castle Rock, or synthetic roofing install, work with Celtic Roofing today. Let us give you a free inspection and estimate to help you decide what is the best choice for your home. Call 720.270.1300 TODAY to work with professional shingle installers and hail damage roofing contractors!

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