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Asphalt shingles · Dallas–Fort Worth
Make impact resistance part of your roofing comparison. A Class 4 shingle has passed a specified laboratory impact test, giving DFW homeowners another product characteristic to evaluate when planning a replacement.
Asphalt-shingle family: this page covers impact-resistant shingles specifically. For the family-level comparison of 3-tab, architectural, impact-resistant and designer shingles, use Asphalt Shingle Roofing in Dallas–Fort Worth.
- Typical application
- Pitched roofs; impact-focused upgrades
- Appearance
- Architectural profiles; varies by product
- Key decision
- Verify the exact rating, product and warranty rather than relying on the word “hail-resistant.”
Understanding class 4 impact-resistant shingles
Class 4 is an impact-resistance classification, not a separate roofing material or a promise that a roof cannot suffer hail damage. For products tested to UL 2218, Class 4 is the highest classification in that test. The installed roof still includes flashings, vents, ridge components and other elements with their own performance limits.
GAF Timberline AS II is one example of an asphalt shingle with a UL 2218 Class 4 rating. Its manufacturer explains both the rating and the limits of its warranty. Ask for the current documentation for the exact product being quoted; do not assume that every shingle in the same brand or family performs identically.
Why consider it
What this option offers
- Adds a documented impact classification to the product comparison.
- Available in shingle designs suited to residential roof replacements.
- Allows an upgrade to be quoted alongside a standard architectural option.
Before you choose
Tradeoffs to discuss
- Class 4 does not mean hail-proof, and laboratory tests cannot reproduce every storm.
- Impact classification and manufacturer warranty coverage are separate questions.
- Any insurance discount depends on the carrier, policy, location and qualifying product.
What affects the installed cost?
Ask for the incremental price of the rated shingle with the rest of the roof scope held constant. Include compatible ridge caps, starter, underlayment and ventilation in the comparison. If insurance pricing is part of your decision, obtain confirmation directly from your insurer before counting any savings in the budget.
Ask for a written, itemized estimate for your property. A material price, warranty term or online planning range does not describe the complete installed roof.
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Review GAF Timberline AS II’s current product page and packaging. It uses SBS-modified asphalt and carries a Class 4 rating; GAF also states that these shingles are not warranted to withstand hail damage. Other products should be compared using their own current technical sheets, not a brand-wide assumption.
Current GAF product note: Timberline UHDZ® shingles using UltraMat™ are UL 2218 Class 4 impact-rated across the current UHDZ line when sold in packages bearing the UltraMat and Class 4 markings. TimberTex® Premium Ridge Cap Shingles using UltraMat also achieve Class 4. GAF specifically states that the laboratory Class 4 classification is not a hail-damage warranty. See GAF’s current UHDZ/UltraMat documentation ↗
Bring your preferred style to the inspection. We can review the roof conditions and discuss available options, with the selected materials and installation scope recorded in your proposal.
Maintenance and repair planning
Keep the product identification and installation paperwork with your roof records. After a storm, have the entire roof assessed, including metal components and penetrations. A roof can need attention even when no shingle has visibly blown away.
Keep the roof specifications, product information and warranty paperwork together. If a problem develops, start with a roof inspection and a clear repair scope.
Questions before you choose
Will a Class 4 roof prevent all hail damage?
No. Impact-resistant shingles are not hail-proof. Storm conditions, aging, installation and the rest of the roof assembly affect the outcome.
Will my insurance premium go down?
Possibly, but it is not guaranteed. Ask your insurer whether the exact product qualifies, what documentation is required and whether the policy terms change.
Does Class 4 also mean a higher wind warranty?
No. Wind performance and warranty eligibility are separate from impact classification. Compare each item in the manufacturer’s documentation.
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Related roofing materials
Documented impact-resistant shingle projects
These Roofing Giant Dallas project records specifically identify GAF ArmorShield impact-resistant shingles. They are historical project evidence; current product ratings and specifications should still be verified for the exact shingle being considered.
Compare Class 4 with standard architectural shingles
Use the Class 4 vs. Standard Architectural Shingles comparison for impact ratings, cost, insurer questions and warranty considerations. For current Owens Corning contractor/product context, see Owens Corning Roofing Systems in DFW. For CertainTeed Class 3/Class 4 examples and warranty context, see CertainTeed Roofing Systems in DFW. For product-specific historical Roofing Giant examples, use the DFW Roofing Manufacturer Project Library.
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