Impact-resistant Shingles
Impact-resistant Shingles | Roof Replacement | Roofing | Calhoun
Your Calhoun home deserves a roof that can stand up to every sudden hailstorm and blistering summer day. HEP’s impact-resistant shingles are engineered with Class 4 durability, meaning they absorb and deflect hail blows, flying debris, and high winds that would shred ordinary shingles. Beyond rugged protection, these architectural shingles come in rich colors and deep shadow lines that boost curb appeal while potentially lowering insurance premiums. It’s the smart, stylish way to secure your biggest investment.
When it’s time for a roof replacement, our local team handles everything—from a free, no-pressure inspection to meticulous installation and thorough site clean-up. We work quickly, respect your property, and back every project with industry-leading warranties and 24/7 emergency support. Schedule your complimentary estimate today and discover why Calhoun homeowners trust HEP to put a tougher, longer-lasting roof over their heads.
FAQs
What makes impact-resistant shingles different from standard asphalt shingles?
Impact-resistant (IR) shingles are manufactured with a thicker asphalt core, reinforcing polymers, and a heavier fiberglass mat. They are laboratory-tested under UL 2218 and earn a Class 3 or Class 4 rating—Class 4 being the highest. When a 2" steel ball is dropped from 20 ft in the test, Class-4 shingles show no cracking or rupturing, whereas standard shingles typically fracture. This extra toughness helps IR shingles shrug off hail strikes, wind-blown debris, and foot traffic that can shorten a roof’s life.
How do impact-resistant shingles perform against Calhoun’s hail and severe weather?
Calhoun and the greater Gordon County area experience an average of 3–4 hail events and multiple severe-thunderstorm wind events each year. Impact-resistant shingles disperse the force of hailstones and resist tears at shingle edges, greatly reducing the chance of granule loss and leaks. They also have higher wind warranties—many brands are rated to 130 mph—so they hold up well during spring storms and the occasional remnants of tropical systems that reach North Georgia.
Will upgrading to impact-resistant shingles lower my homeowners insurance in Calhoun?
Most major carriers operating in Georgia—State Farm, USAA, Travelers, Allstate, and Farm Bureau—offer 5 % to 30 % premium credits for homes with verified UL 2218 Class-4 roofs. Savings vary by insurer and policy, so you’ll need to supply your agent with the manufacturer’s impact-resistant certificate and our completed roof-replacement invoice. Even modest annual savings can offset a portion of the up-front cost within 5–7 years.
What is the average cost to replace a roof with impact-resistant shingles in Calhoun?
In 2024, a full tear-off and replacement using Class-4 architectural IR shingles in Calhoun typically runs $5.00–$6.75 per square foot of roof area. For a 2,200-sq-ft roof, that equates to $11,000–$14,850, including labor, underlayment, flashing, ridge ventilation, and disposal. This is about 12 %–20 % more than a standard architectural-shingle roof, but the longer service life (30–50 years) and potential insurance discounts often make the life-cycle cost lower.
How long does a typical impact-resistant roof replacement take and will I need a permit?
A standard single-family home in Calhoun can usually be completed in one to two working days, weather permitting. We start with a complete tear-off, inspect the decking, install ice-and-water shield at eaves and valleys, lay synthetic underlayment, then shingle and flash. Gordon County requires a building permit for any roof replacement that involves structural changes; if we are simply replacing shingles and underlayment, no structural permit is needed, but we always pull the required roofing permit and schedule the final inspection for you.
Are there style and color options for impact-resistant shingles that match my home’s look?
Definitely. Today’s IR lines—such as CertainTeed NorthGate ClimateFlex, Owens Corning Duration Flex, and GAF Timberline AS II—come in the same dimensional profiles and color blends as their standard counterparts. You can choose from traditional Weathered Wood, Pewter Gray, or Charcoal up to bold Pacific Wave blues and Hunter Greens. Specialty cool-roof colors that meet ENERGY STAR solar-reflectance standards are also available, which can help keep attic temperatures lower during Calhoun’s hot summers.