Atlas Storm-Damaged Shingles: Inspect Broken Sealant Bonds
Bulletin date: not stated in source
Atlas warns that severe wind can break the bond between shingles and that reliable resealing should not be assumed. It recommends professional inspection after damaging events
Atlas technical bulletin: Hurricane and Storm Damaged Shingles.
What this means for your roof
Atlas warns that severe wind can break the bond between shingles and that reliable resealing should not be assumed. It recommends professional inspection after damaging events. The source’s warranty discussion must be read with the applicable warranty for the installed product and purchase date.
A useful question for your contractor
Were sealant bonds and other storm damage inspected before deciding the repair scope?
Ask for the answer to be tied to the actual roof condition and the exact product being installed. Keep the agreed repair or installation detail with your estimate and project photos.
Bulletin dated: not stated in source. The date shown identifies the manufacturer document used for this summary.
Read Atlas: Hurricane and Storm Damaged Shingles
This homeowner summary explains the cited bulletin. The complete manufacturer document and current product instructions govern the installation details. A requirement for one manufacturer or product should not be transferred to another without checking.