Fire resistance is a building code and insurance requirement that all roofs must meet. In today’s post, local roofing and window replacement company V. Nanfito Roofing & Siding, Inc. shares an overview of roof fire ratings.
Roofing manufacturers submit samples of their products to testing laboratories like UL Inc. and FM Global for fire rating and certification. These samples are subjected to test conditions as defined in ASTM E108, a set of standards for determining a product’s fire resistance. Among these tests are:
The data from these tests are then utilized to determine each roofing product’s fire ratings.
The following are the standard roof fire classifications.
Class A roofs provide the best level of fire protection. To receive this classification, a roofing product has to:
Slate, tile, and metal roofs typically receive this rating because of their natural fire resistance and should be your roofing of choice if your exterior has flammable components like vinyl replacement windows. Some specially designed asphalt shingle products may also have this classification.
Class B roofs provide moderate protection. To receive this classification, the product has to:
Most asphalt shingle products receive this rating, which is a good option for most residential locations unless local fire codes say otherwise.
Class C roofs provide minimum fire protection. Products that receive this classification have:
Wood shakes and shingles, including those made of plywood and OSB, generally receive this rating. Any kind of roofing material that does not pass Class C standards are considered unrated, therefore unsuitable for use in occupied buildings.
V. Nanfito Roofing & Siding, Inc. is one of the leading roofing and window companies serving the entire state of Connecticut. Give us a call at (203) 639-1634. You can also fill out our contact form to schedule an appointment.
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