The U.S. Has a Shingle Problem, Just in Time for Peak Hurricane Season
More than half the homes with asphalt shingle roofs have 3-tab shingles, which are increasingly tough to replace.
The roofing industry is phasing out one of the most popular shingle choices in the U.S. for decades, according to a recent study by itel.
Despite millions of American homes having three-tab asphalt shingles ahead of peak hurricane season, the data showed not only are fewer manufacturers making them, production is down 68% since 2019.
“Nearly four million insured homeowners in the U.S. submit a claim each year, with wind or hail damage, like from hurricanes, historically accounting for more than 40% of these claims,” itel President Chris Touchton told PropertyCasualty360.com.
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