Yeah, storms like that can really do a number on standard shingles, especially once they're past the 8-10 year mark. Impact-resistant shingles definitely hold up better, but you're right about weighing the cost vs. storm frequency. Around here, we see a lot of roofs after storms, and honestly, IR shingles usually end up saving money long-term if you're in a storm-prone area.
One thing to keep in mind—if you do go IR next time—is to make sure your roofer follows the manufacturer's installation guidelines closely. I've seen some IR roofs fail prematurely just because someone skipped steps or didn't use proper nail patterns. Even the best shingles won't perform if they're not installed correctly.
But yeah, seeing chunks of your roof scattered around the yard is never fun... been there myself. Sounds like you handled it well though, despite the hit to your wallet.
"honestly, IR shingles usually end up saving money long-term if you're in a storm-prone area."
Yeah, I get the logic behind IR shingles, but I've crunched the numbers before and I'm still not totally convinced they're always worth it. Around here, storms are bad but not constant—maybe once every 5-7 years. For me, it made more sense financially to stick with regular shingles and just keep an eye on maintenance. But you're definitely right about installation quality... seen some botched jobs myself, unfortunately.
"For me, it made more sense financially to stick with regular shingles and just keep an eye on maintenance."
That's a fair point, especially if storms aren't hitting you every year. IR shingles definitely have their advantages, but they're not a one-size-fits-all solution. I've seen homeowners save plenty by just being proactive—regular inspections, quick patch-ups after minor damage, and keeping gutters clear. Good installation is key either way... seen too many roofs fail prematurely because someone cut corners on the basics.
I've been thinking along similar lines—regular shingles worked fine for me too, but last year's storm had me second-guessing. Ended up shelling out almost $1,200 just to fix a few patches and replace some flashing. Maybe I got unlucky, or maybe that's typical? Curious what others usually spend on repairs after a heavy storm rolls through...
I feel ya on this one. Last summer was my first big storm as a homeowner, and I thought I'd dodged a bullet until I noticed water stains on the ceiling a week later. Ended up paying around $900 to patch up the roof and fix some drywall inside. Honestly, I wasn't expecting repairs to hit that hard, but from what friends tell me, that's pretty normal... guess it's just part of the homeowner life.
