Plus, Five Important Questions Homeowners Need to Ask About Their Roofs

It’s National Roofing Week – the perfect time for Dallas-Fort Worth area homeowners to think about the condition of their roof especially following recent severe weather. Hailstorms and high winds have been devastating the Dallas-Fort Worth area, and a well-above-average hurricane season is predicted this year.* Now is the time for homeowners to prepare for roof repairs or replacement. TAMKO Building Products, a local roofing manufacturer, emphasizes the importance of being proactive and has outlined five key questions that homeowners should research:

1. With storms increasing in intensity, what wind speeds should my roof be able to withstand?
2. Can I get a property insurance discount if I purchase a new roof?
3. Is it possible to buy high-quality roofing made locally in Texas?
4. Are today’s roofing shingles more resilient than older ones?
5. How do I find a reliable roofing contractor?

With an increasing need for resilient roofing solutions, TAMKO is committed to helping local communities rebuild with stronger and safer roofing. One of the ways the company is meeting this need is by innovating the performance, design and aesthetic appeal of roofing shingles. TAMKO’s Titan XT^® shingles offer award winning protection for homes in storm-prone areas having recently been named the 2024 "Product of the Year" in the Home Protection category by Product of the Year USA.

Made in Dallas, Titan XT^® shingles are engineered to help withstand winds up to 160 mph and carry a Class 3 UL 2218 impact rating.** The increasing frequency and intensity of hailstorms underscores the importance of using impact-resistant materials in construction. TAMKO’s products meet stringent standards and can also help to qualify homeowners for property insurance discounts through insurers and the Texas Department of Insurance.

“We take great pride in making safe, quality products that protect North Texas homes,” said Jason White, General Manager of TAMKO’s Dallas plant. “Our employees are working tirelessly to keep up with the growing demand, ensuring that our community has the best possible roofing options to offer protection against severe weather.”

TAMKO collaborates with local DFW distributors and contractors to ensure their high-quality products reach consumers efficiently, enhancing the availability of critical roofing materials for faster rebuilding efforts. TAMKO's commitment to the local economy includes vertical integration, sourcing, and manufacturing materials locally, helping to ensure a stable supply chain and creating jobs for Texans. Additionally, TAMKO is projected to provide $2.6 billion in economic impact for Texas over the next 25 years, showcasing their long-term commitment to the state’s economic growth and stability.

Kim Eckerman, Director of Communications at TAMKO, said, “It’s important that we research the market, we understand the needs of our customers and the contractors who are putting these shingles on people’s roofs. With Titan XT we really listened to what they were saying – this product has both the features that homeowners want and the performance that contractors need.”

As part of National Roofing Week, TAMKO encourages homeowners to contact a roofing contractor to assess the current condition of their roof and understand their options if they experience storm damage.

"Homeowners need to trust the shingles on their roof to protect their homes from severe weather, and the insurance discounts are an added bonus. When it’s time for a new roof due to storm damage or age, we turn first to TAMKO for roofing materials due to their reliability and their exceptional performance," said Jeff Huddleston, owner Huddleston Roofing, a Dallas-area roofing contractor.***

* https://www.noaa.gov/news-release/noaa-predicts-above-normal-2024-atlantic-hurricane-season

**TAMKO’s Limited Warranty and High Wind Application covers properly installed Titan XT^® shingles up to 160 mph. Please consult TAMKO’s Limited Warranty and Application Instructions for all requirements.

***TAMKO Certified Contractors may receive certain benefits, such as marketing support, product rebates, access to third-party discounts and the ability to offer Enhanced Limited Warranties.

Note to Reporters:

National Roofing Week is being held this week, June 2-8, 2024. It is sponsored annually by National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA); more information can be found at https://www.nrca.net/news-events/national-roofing-week.

Speak with local contractors using Titan XT^® shingles to protect homes from severe weather and learn how they are helping homeowners secure insurance discounts and enhance home durability.

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