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Hail Impact-Resistant Shingle Ratings

Confidence in your roof starts with facts. 

Your roof protects what matters most — but not all impact-resistant shingles perform the same when hail strikes.  IBHS provides independent, science-based performance ratings that show which impact-resistant asphalt shingles truly stand up to hailstorms. Proven shingles mean fewer repairs, fewer claims, and stronger homes.  

Explore the latest ratings and see which asphalt shingles truly weather the storm.  

Why It Matters 

Hail is one of the most damaging threats to homes. IBHS performance ratings help homeowners choose shingles that truly protect, give roofers confidence in their recommendations, and guide manufacturers to improve product performance. 

How We Test

To evaluate performance— we test real products under real-world conditions.  

  • We buy shingles from retail stores available to consumers.  
  • Replicate realistic hail impacts, not simple steel-ball drops.  
  • Assess real damage, from granule loss, dents, surface cracks, to a fully compromised shingle.  

The result: Clear, unbiased, science-based ratings that show how shingles perform when hit by hail.   

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Learn more about our hail research. 

Benefits 

For Homeowners  

  • Know before you buy. Not all “impact-resistant” asphalt shingles perform the same. Use IBHS ratings to find shingles proven to hold up when hail hits.  
  • Save over time. A stronger roof means fewer repairs, fewer claims, and more peace of mind.  
  • Ask your roofer. Contractors can use IBHS data to recommend shingles that truly protect — not just promise to.  
  • Go further. Pair impact-rated shingles with a FORTIFIED Roof using a Hail Supplement for added roof protection. Learn more about how to get started with a FORTIFIED Roof to better protect your home or find a professional in our directory to get started.  

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For Roofing Professionals  

  • Stand out with science. Use IBHS ratings to guide customers toward top-performing products. 
  • Build trust. Back your recommendations with independent test data, not marketing claims.  
  • Stay ahead. Our research keeps pace with the latest asphalt shingle designs, so you always know which materials deliver the best protection.  
  • Become a Certified FORTIFIED Service Provider: 
  • To be listed in the FORTIFIED directory, evaluators, roofing contractors, and professionals use the FORTIFIED Provider Portal to provide documentation showing they meet provider eligibility requirements.

Built for Real-World Hail  

Our research translates directly from lab to neighborhood. With IBHS ratings, you’re not just choosing any asphalt shingle — you’re choosing performance and stronger roofs built to weather the storm.