Roofing Materials & Warranty Information
Helpful Information About the Roofing Materials We Install
This page explains the main roofing materials Zenobi Roofing Inc. installs, including Owens Corning Duration architectural shingles for sloped roofs and Mule-Hide 60-mil EPDM for low-slope roof areas.
Homeowners can compare basic product information, standard warranty coverage, upgraded warranty options, wind protection, algae resistance, membrane thickness, and the details that usually matter before choosing a roof system.
Materials at a Glance
The right roof system depends first on the slope and design of the roof, then on the products, installation details, and warranty options selected.
Owens Corning Duration
A dimensional architectural shingle with SureNail Technology, wind warranty protection, and algae resistance information.
Mule-Hide 60-Mil EPDM
A single-ply rubber membrane used where asphalt shingles are not the correct roofing system.
Warranty Options
Standard and upgraded warranty options depend on the products, complete system, installation, registration, and manufacturer requirements.
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Architectural Shingle Information
Owens Corning Duration Shingles
Owens Corning Duration shingles are architectural asphalt shingles commonly used for residential roof replacement. They are known for the SureNail nailing zone, dimensional appearance, strong wind coverage, and StreakGuard algae resistance protection.
Duration is a dimensional architectural shingle rather than a basic 3-tab shingle.
The SureNail strip creates a reinforced and clearly visible nailing zone within the shingle.
Duration includes 130 MPH wind warranty protection with a 15-year wind warranty period under the applicable terms.
Qualifying algae-resistant shingles may receive 25-year algae resistance coverage when required Owens Corning hip and ridge shingles are used.
Warranty Comparison
Standard and Preferred Protection Options
Both options are manufacturer warranties, but Preferred Protection offers broader qualifying roofing-system coverage when the homeowner selects the upgrade and all eligibility requirements are met.
Standard Product Limited Lifetime Warranty
The standard Owens Corning product warranty is the base manufacturer warranty for eligible Owens Corning shingles and components.
- Limited Lifetime warranty length for qualifying residential ownership
- 10-year TRU PROtection coverage period
- 130 MPH wind warranty protection
- 15-year wind warranty period
- 25-year algae resistance period when qualifying requirements are met
Preferred Protection Warranty Upgrade
Preferred Protection is available when eligibility requirements are met and the roof is installed by an Owens Corning Preferred or Platinum Contractor.
- 50-year TRU PROtection period for qualifying single-family detached homes
- 10-year Preferred Protection workmanship period
- 130 MPH wind warranty protection
- 15-year wind warranty period
- 25-year algae resistance period when qualifying requirements are met
What Homeowners Usually Want to Know
- Duration is a dimensional architectural shingle, not a basic 3-tab shingle.
- The SureNail strip helps create a reinforced nailing area.
- Wind and algae coverage have their own terms and time periods.
- Coverage depends on the exact products, installation, registration, and official warranty requirements.
Owens Corning Warranty Details & Limitations
This is a plain-English summary only. Owens Corning’s official warranty documents control the actual warranty terms, exclusions, transfer rules, registration requirements, claim decisions, and coverage limits.
Wind and algae resistance coverage are separate from the main TRU PROtection period. Algae coverage applies to qualifying algae-resistant shingles and does not cover all discoloration, mold, lichen, green algae, normal weathering, storm damage, or color variation.
Membrane
Low-Slope Roofing Information
Mule-Hide 60-Mil EPDM Roofing
Mule-Hide 60-mil EPDM is a single-ply rubber roofing membrane often used on low-slope and flat roof areas. It is commonly used for porches, additions, low-slope sections, commercial roofs, and roof areas where asphalt shingles are not the right fit.
Stronger Than 45-Mil Options
A 60-mil membrane is thicker and more durable than lighter 45-mil EPDM, making it a common choice for stronger low-slope roof systems.
ASTM D4637 Type I
Mule-Hide Standard Black EPDM is manufactured to meet or exceed the standard for non-reinforced EPDM single-ply roofing membranes.
Project Specific
EPDM wind resistance is not represented by one universal MPH number. It depends on the complete roof assembly and approved system design.
Complete System Design
What Determines EPDM Performance
The rubber membrane is only one part of a low-slope roofing system. The roof deck, attachment, insulation, drainage, edges, walls, penetrations, and installation details work together.
Fully Adhered or Ballasted
The attachment method and approved adhesive or ballast design affect how the membrane performs and which warranty options may apply.
Deck, Insulation and Perimeter
Deck type, insulation, fastening, perimeter conditions, and edge details are part of the complete system design.
Seams, Drains and Penetrations
Seams, drains, walls, rooftop equipment, flashing, and penetrations are especially important on low-slope roofing.
Used Where Shingles Should Not Be
EPDM is designed for low-slope roof areas where asphalt shingles do not provide the correct drainage or roofing-system design.
Warranty Information
Mule-Hide EPDM Warranty Options
Mule-Hide warranty availability depends on the membrane, complete roof assembly, project type, system design, installer eligibility, inspection, and the official requirements for the selected coverage.
Material-Only Warranty Options
Membrane-only warranties focus on eligible membrane or product issues and are different from coverage for the complete roof system.
- 10-year membrane-only option
- 15-year membrane-only option
- 20-year membrane-only option where requirements are met
- 25-year membrane-only option where requirements are met
- 30-year EPDM options generally require 90-mil standard EPDM
System Warranty Options
System warranties depend on the complete roof assembly, project type, warranty eligibility, design requirements, and inspection.
- Qualifying 60-mil systems may have 10-, 15-, 20-, and 25-year options
- Longer terms may require design enhancements or a thicker membrane
- Some system warranties are commercial-only
- Warranty Eligible Applicator requirements may apply
- Mule-Hide inspection may be required before warranty issuance
What Homeowners Usually Want to Know
- EPDM is designed for low-slope areas where shingles should not be used.
- A 60-mil membrane is a stronger option than thinner EPDM membranes.
- Fully adhered EPDM is commonly used on residential low-slope sections.
- Seams, edges, drains, walls, and penetrations are critical details.
- Warranty coverage depends on the entire system, not only the rubber sheet.
Mule-Hide Warranty Details & Limitations
This is a plain-English summary only. Mule-Hide’s official product data sheets, specifications, details, warranty applications, inspections, and warranty documents control the actual coverage, eligibility, exclusions, design requirements, fees, and claim decisions.
Mule-Hide EPDM wind and uplift performance is system-specific. Roof deck type, insulation, attachment, adhesive, perimeter conditions, drainage, flashing details, rooftop equipment, and warranty requirements can all affect whether a system qualifies for a specific warranty.
Choosing the Right System
The Roof Design Comes First
Shingles and EPDM are designed for different roof conditions. Zenobi Roofing can review the slope, drainage, transitions, existing materials, and project goals before explaining which system is appropriate and which warranty options may be available.