Wind-Resistant Roofing Materials for New Mexico Homes

Much of New Mexico has a semi-arid to arid climate, especially in the southern portion of the state where the Chihuahuan Desert stretches out for miles. Due to the climate, the wind in New Mexico often gets pretty intense. What’s more, because the desert landscape is mostly flat and doesn’t have many trees to impede the airflow, these gusts of wind can travel for miles, gaining momentum. For this reason, if you live in New Mexico, it’s important to have a roofing system on your home that can withstand the force of heavy winds.

So What Are the Best Wind-Resistant Roofing Materials?

Asphalt shingles provide excellent wind resistance. In fact, GAF’s Timberline HD asphalt shingles boast a 130 mph wind rating which is among the highest of any asphalt shingles on the market. These roofing systems feature adhesive starter strip shingles that lock the rest of the shingles into place so they hold tight even during the most turbulent wind gusts. These asphalt shingles are also affixed to the underlayment with GAF Dura Grip™ Adhesive and can accommodate six nails per shingle strip rather than the industry standard, which is only four.

Another roofing material that offers great wind resistance is flat roofing. Because flat roofing is bonded to the surface of your roof deck in one continuous membrane, there are no individual shingles, shakes, or tiles to blow off. The EverGuard^® TPO flat roofing system from GAF features an extra-thick top-ply for enhanced weathering and durability, as well as Drill-Tec™ insulation fasteners and plates to keep the entire roofing system locked firmly in place.

Clay tiles are a very popular roofing material used on homes in New Mexico, and when they are properly installed they, too, do a good job of resisting heavy winds. However, because of their weight and rigidity, clay tiles that are broken or not properly affixed can easily become blown off, becoming hazardous windborne debris that can damage windows, doors, cars, and even cause bodily injury.

Contact Dreamstyle Roofing to Learn More

If you’d like to learn more about the best wind-resistant roofing materials for your home in New Mexico, contact Dreamstyle Roofing today. As a GAF Master Elite Contractor, we have extensive experience installing roofing systems on homes throughout many different regions of the country. Our product specialists can advise you on how to choose the best, most wind-resistant roofing system for your home, and our factory-trained technicians can install your new roof with the utmost expertise so that it protects your home through even the most extreme weather conditions. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation.