Organic shingles have been manufactured by several roofing manufacturers for many years. They are created by using an organic mat, which is then saturated with asphalt to make it waterproof and finally top-coated with adhesive asphalt and embedded with ceramic granules. Oftentimes, these shingles were given a warranty by the manufacturer for 25-30 years. However, many homeowners found that their shingles began to deteriorate after only a few years from the original installation. This premature failure was especially prevalent in the Northern and Midwestern parts of the United States and Canada where the weather created extreme conditions such as rain, hail, sleet, snow, high winds, and high temperatures.
The idea behind the organic shingle was to reduce the waste in landfills. Since the shingles were created using organic matter, they would break-down faster in the landfills thus reducing the amount of space taken up in the landfills. Although this was a push to create a more ‘Green’ way of thinking in the construction field, it failed and most manufacturers are done producing the organic shingle.
Class Action Lawsuits Against Organic Shingle Manufacturers
There are several pending class action lawsuits filed against the manufacturers of the organic shingles alleging that they are defectively designed and/or manufactured and that the companies violated fair trade laws by misrepresenting their lifespan by offering a 25 year or longer warrantee. There are several signs of organic shingle damage including: pitting, granule loss, discoloration, cracking, blistering, or curling of the shingle. These signs are especially apparent where the roof is exposed to the most direct sunlight, such as south facing sides.
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Iron River Construction has replaced hundreds of these types of failing roofs. The sales team, as well as the installation team, can help the homeowner return their roof to a waterproof and visually appealing surface. The class action lawsuit entitles these homeowners to a pro-rated refund from their original purchase. Iron River Construction will help the homeowner get the amount of money that they deserve from these failed shingles. It is the IRC team’s duty to help free your burden of a failed roof and provide a beautiful new, waterproof roof for generations to come. Please contact Iron River Construction for a free consultation.
