Asphalt shingle roofs lose wind resistance after 10 years, Florida officials say
Degradation from the sun will weaken the shingles, which are petroleum based, after a decade, state officials said at a ...
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Like any federal agency, FEMA would benefit from a study to determine how it might more efficiently accomplish its crucial ...
Asphalt shingle roofs begin to lose wind resistance after only 10 years, state officials say
A mere decade after installation, asphalt shingle roofs begin to lose their ability to protect homes against hurricane-force ...
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Hillsborough County Extends State of Local Emergency Amid Hurricane Helene Recovery Efforts
Hillsborough County extends state of local emergency due to Hurricane Helene's aftermath until February 3, allowing continued ...
Study: 10-year-old asphalt shingles don't protect against hurricane winds
The state’s most popular roofing material — asphalt shingles — are taking a beating with potential consequences for millions ...
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Asphalt shingle roofs begin to lose wind resistance after only 10 years, state officials say
Asphalt shingle roofs only provide full protection against hurricane winds until they are 10 years old, state officials ... executive director of Florida’s Division of Emergency Management.
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Study: 10-year-old asphalt shingles don't protect against hurricane winds
Ten-year-old asphalt shingle roofs can’t withstand winds of 100 mph and more, the Florida ... the state’s Division of Emergency Management, also addressing the committee, said that hurricanes ...