ROOFING

A roof is a system, not just shingles.

YoPro installs complete Owens Corning, CertainTeed, and GAF roofing systems. We use nothing less than a Class 3 impact-rated laminated shingle, together with the components that protect the roof deck, edges, ridges, penetrations, and attic ventilation.

SHINGLE MANUFACTURERS

Three trusted roofing manufacturers.

Product availability varies by market and project. We verify the exact line, impact classification, color, warranty, and accessory requirements before ordering.

Our minimum standard: We use nothing less than a Class 3 impact-rated laminated shingle.

Owens Corning

Duration® Series shingles include Class 3 impact-rated products, with Duration FLEX® and Duration STORM® offering Class 4 options.

CertainTeed

NorthGate® ClimateFlex® is an example of CertainTeed's Class 4 impact-resistant laminated shingle offering.

GAF

Timberline® ArmorShield II is an example of GAF's UL 2218 Class 4 impact-resistant laminated shingle offering.

THE COMPLETE ROOF SYSTEM

What goes into the roof.

Every visual below depicts the component named on the card. No random house interiors pretending to be roofing materials. Humanity survives another day.

Impact hail testing comparison from Class 1 through Class 4

Class 3+ impact-rated laminated shingle

Class 3+ Impact-Rated Laminated Shingle

We use nothing less than a Class 3 impact-rated laminated shingle.

Synthetic underlayment and ice-and-water shield installed on a roof

Synthetic felt + ice & water shield

Upgraded Synthetic Felt & Ice-and-Water Shield

We upgrade traditional felt to synthetic felt and install ice-and-water shield in all locations required by applicable building code.

Roof starter strip at the eave

Starter Strip

Purpose-made starter material at the eaves and rakes to support sealing and wind resistance.

Ridge cap shingles on a roof peak

Ridge Cap

Matching cap shingles used to finish and protect roof hips and ridges.

Waterproofing and sealant detail at a roof-to-wall transition

Step flashing and counterflashing around a chimney

Flashing & waterproofing details

Flashing & Waterproofing

Water-control details at walls, chimneys, valleys, penetrations, eaves, and other vulnerable transitions.

POPULAR UPGRADED OPTIONS

Popular upgrades for added protection and performance.

Ask about these upgraded roofing options when we review the best system for your property.

Class 4 UL 2218 impact test

Class 4 Impact-Rated Shingle

Potential Insurance Discounts: Some insurers offer premium discounts for qualifying Class 4 roofing systems—sometimes up to 35%. Eligibility and savings vary, so confirm with your carrier.
Upgrade Cost: Class 4 shingles may add roughly $0.50 to $1.50 per square foot in material cost compared with standard options. Actual installed pricing varies by product and project.
Long-Term Performance: Greater impact resistance can help reduce weather-related cracking, damage, and leak risk over time.

Shingle-over ridge vent

Ridge Vent

Better Efficiency: At the roof peak, natural convection helps release trapped attic heat and moisture evenly.
Lower Energy Demand: Releasing hot summer air can keep the attic cooler and reduce strain on the air-conditioning system.
Helps Prevent Roof Damage: Managing heat and humidity can reduce the risk of mold, wood rot, and premature shingle aging.
Helps Stop Ice Dams: Balanced roof temperatures can reduce snowmelt and refreezing at colder eaves.
Clean Appearance: Shingle-over ridge vents lie low and blend into the roofline.
Fewer Roof Openings: A continuous peak vent can reduce the need for multiple separate box-vent openings.

ROOFING MATERIAL

Metal Roofing

Highly durable steel, aluminum, or copper panels and shingles. Options include standing-seam systems with concealed fasteners and exposed-fastener panels.

Pre-Loss Condition

Dark standing-seam metal roof on a landscaped residential home — **Standing-Seam Metal Roofing**Concealed-fastener panels create clean lines and a durable, weather-resistant roof surface.

Close view of a dark standing-seam metal roof — **Standing-Seam Roof Detail**Raised vertical seams connect the panels while keeping the primary fasteners hidden.

Architectural home with a dark standing-seam metal roof — **Architectural Standing Seam**Metal panels can be formed around dormers, valleys, gables, and complex residential rooflines.

Several metal roofing panel profiles in different colors and shapes — **Metal Panel Profiles**Formed and corrugated panels are available in multiple shapes, coatings, and finishes.

Reference chart showing standard, Kynar, and metallic metal-roof colors — **Metal Color Options**A broad selection of neutrals, earth tones, greens, blues, reds, and metallic finishes is available. Final colors depend on the selected manufacturer.

Stone-coated metal roofing formed to resemble traditional roof tile — **Stone-Coated Metal Tile**Formed metal roofing can recreate a tile or shake appearance with the performance advantages of metal.

Diagram identifying the deck, underlayment, fasteners, metal panels, and ridge cap of a metal roof — **Complete Metal Roof System**Proper installation coordinates the roof deck, synthetic underlayment, approved fasteners, panels, flashing, and ridge cap.

Hail Damage

Metal roof panels covered with visible hail dents — **Hail Dents in Metal Panels**Repeated impacts can leave widespread dimpling across the flat areas between panel ribs.

Standing-seam metal roof with visible impact dents — **Standing-Seam Impact Damage**Dents may be most visible in reflected light and should be checked at seams, coatings, and vulnerable transitions.

Close view of severe hail dents and punctures in metal roof panels — **Severe Hail Impact**Deep dents, coating fractures, or punctures can compromise the panel and require prompt professional evaluation.

Long metal roof panels with scattered shallow hail dents — **Scattered Metal-Roof Dents**Even shallow dents should be documented so cosmetic effects can be distinguished from damage affecting roof performance.

ROOFING MATERIAL

Clay & Concrete Tile

Heavy, durable roofing materials known for heat resistance and their distinctive Mediterranean and Spanish-style appearance. The roof structure must be evaluated for the added weight.

Pre-Loss Condition

Close view of new terracotta barrel roof tiles — **Terracotta Barrel Tile**Curved clay tiles create the classic warm-toned profile associated with Mediterranean and Spanish architecture.

Weathered clay tiles with naturally varied color — **Aged Clay Tile**Clay develops natural color variation and character as the roof weathers over time.

Side-by-side comparison of clay and concrete roof tiles — **Clay vs. Concrete**Both materials are durable and heavy, but their composition, finish, color retention, and maintenance needs differ.

Concrete Tile ProfileConcrete tile offers substantial curved profiles and can be manufactured in a wide variety of colors and finishes.

Traditional orange mission-style clay tile roof — **Mission-Style Clay Tile**Traditional rounded tiles produce deep shadow lines and a recognizable old-world roof appearance.

Terracotta tile roof durability example — **Durable Tile Roofing**Quality clay tile is designed for long service life, heat resistance, and demanding weather conditions when properly installed.

Flat-Profile Concrete TileConcrete tile can also provide a flatter slate- or shake-inspired appearance for traditional and upscale homes.

Aged clay tile roof with weathered and uneven tiles — **Aged Clay Tile Condition**Older tile roofs should be checked for slipped pieces, surface wear, failed flashing, and damaged underlayment.

Hail Damage

Clay or concrete tile roof with widespread hail impact breakage — **Tile Hail Damage**Large hail can crack, chip, or shatter individual tiles, especially at exposed edges, ridges, and valleys.

Broken and cracked curved concrete roof tiles — **Cracked Concrete Tile**Broken field tiles and ridge pieces can expose the roof system below and should be replaced with properly matched components.

ROOFING MATERIAL

Slate Roofing

A premium natural-stone roofing material known for exceptional longevity and noncombustible performance. Slate is heavy, costly, and requires experienced installation.

Pre-Loss Condition

Large stone home with a gray natural slate roof — **Natural Slate Estate Roof**Slate complements stone architecture with a refined appearance and exceptional long-term durability.

Slate roof installation with copper flashing and snow guards — **Slate & Copper Details**Copper flashing, valleys, penetrations, and snow-retention components must be carefully integrated into the slate system.

Complex architectural home finished with gray slate roofing — **Architectural Slate Roofing**Experienced installation is essential around dormers, hips, valleys, turrets, and other complex roof features.

Slate roof displaying natural green, gray, and burgundy color variation — **Natural Color Variation**Slate is available in distinctive blends of gray, green, purple, red, and weathering tones.

Close view of the layered edges and surface texture of natural slate tiles — **Natural Stone Texture**Each piece has its own cleft, thickness, edges, and mineral character, creating a truly natural roof surface.

Weathered multicolor slate roof with intersecting slopes — **Weathered Slate Character**Natural slate can retain its beauty for generations while developing richer variation as the roof ages.

Hail Damage

Close view of an impact hole in a natural slate roof tile — **Slate Hail Damage**Direct impact can puncture or fracture an individual slate, requiring careful evaluation and matching repair.

ROOFING MATERIAL

Wood Shingles & Shakes

Cedar, redwood, and pine products provide a natural, rustic look. They require more maintenance to help manage moisture, weathering, and decay.

Pre-Loss Condition

Weathered gray wood shake roof with worn and split edges — **Natural Weathering**Wood shakes gray over time and should be inspected regularly for curling, erosion, splitting, and decay.

Hail Damage

Hail impact and split marked on a weathered wood shake — **Hail-Caused Splitting**A strong impact can split a wood shake along its grain, leaving a fresh fracture that should be evaluated.

Lifted and displaced pieces within a roof course — **Lifted or Displaced Pieces**Raised or shifted roofing pieces can expose the courses below and increase vulnerability to wind-driven rain.

Circled impact damage on aged wood shakes — **Wood-Shake Impact Marks**Hail can crush surface fibers, create holes, or start fractures in shakes that have become brittle with age.

ROOFING MATERIAL

Synthetic & Composite Roofing

Engineered rubber, plastic, or polymer products can recreate the look of wood shake or slate with less weight and maintenance. Product durability and warranties vary by manufacturer.

Pre-Loss Condition

Dark synthetic slate-style roofing installed around a skylight — **Synthetic Slate Appearance**Engineered tiles can reproduce the staggered edges and dimensional look of natural slate at a lower installed weight.

Synthetic slate-style tiles installed in a multicolor blend — **Blended Color Options**Composite tiles can combine varied shapes and colors to create a handcrafted slate-inspired roof.

Close view of blue-gray synthetic slate-style roof tiles — **Slate-Style Texture**Molded surfaces and edges imitate natural stone while providing a consistent engineered profile.

Hail Damage

Composite roof tiles showing widespread cracking and breakage — **Cracking & Product Failure**Some products can become brittle or crack from age, heat, impact, or manufacturing issues, so product history and warranty coverage matter.

Roof with widespread surface loss and deterioration — **Severe Surface Deterioration**Large areas of surface loss, delamination, or exposed substrate require prompt professional evaluation.

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