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Built for Business: How Titan XT® Shingles Keep Proving Their Value

Titan XT® shingles have delivered peace of mind through punishing hurricane seasons — and they’re helping roofing contractors keep more money in their pockets.

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For the Second Year in a Row: Titan XT® Stands Strong

Hurricane season is a yearly test for roofing contractors and their clients alike. And once again, Titan XT® shingles from TAMKO® Building Products have delivered a powerful performance and resilience when the stakes were highest.

From the rooftops of storm-prone regions like the Gulf Coast to Midwestern homes facing extreme wind events, Titan XT® shingles continue to exceed expectations for durability, helping contractors build reputations — and profits* — on a shingle system that stands up to nature’s worst.

“Titan XT® shingles stood strong, even on homes where everything else was damaged. It’s hands down the best shingle on the market.”

Drake Hloska, Coastal Brothers Roofing†

Why are TAMKO Titan XT® Shingles Built Tough?

Titan XT® isn’t just another laminated asphalt shingle. It’s engineered for excellence — designed with TAMKO’s proprietary TriShield™ technology and fortified by AnchorLock™ reinforcements that secure the shingle system in place even in extreme wind conditions. This Class 3 impact rated‡ shingle is built tough to endure up to 160 mph winds** — making it a standout choice in storm-sensitive markets.

Here’s what sets Titan XT® shingles apart:

  1. GRANULES HOLD FIRM: Advanced asphalt formulas and premium materials help deliver superior granule adhesion — helping ensure long-term performance even in the harshest climates.
  2. SEALANT GRIPS STRONG: The next-generation sealant is engineered for powerful adhesion, holding tight through freeze-thaw cycles and blistering summer heat.
  3. LAMINATE MAINTAINS INTEGRITY: The laminate design is optimized to perform on steep pitches and during high-heat exposure, locking the system together against seasonal strain.
  4. REINFORCEMENT SECURES THE SYSTEM: The innovative AnchorLock™ layer adds structural rigidity and helps keep shingles firmly in place, even under severe wind loads.

Titan XT® shingles are engineered for strength and designed for longevity — exactly what contractors need when their workmanship is on the line.

Real-World Results: Titan XT® Shingles Deliver for Contractors

Contractors who choose Titan XT® shingles continue to see meaningful results — not only in performance, but in profitability* and peace of mind.

Bill Ball of SRQ Services† shared how Titan XT® shingles helped reduce costly and time-consuming callbacks after Hurricane Ian. “Every 160 mph [Titan XT] shingle** we put on had no issues whatsoever, even when the neighboring roofs were blown off,” he said.†† The product’s dependability translated into smoother operations and higher margins, even amid Florida’s hurricane-prone†† climate. Investing in products built to withstand the elements can make a huge difference in contractors’ bottom-line, resulting in fewer callbacks and allowing them to focus on new work.

Carlos Rodriguez of Universal Contracting† emphasized the credibility boost Titan XT® provides. In his experience, the performance of these shingles during recent storms led to numerous word-of-mouth referrals — homeowners took notice of which roofs held and asked for the name of the installer and the product used.

Award-Winning Confidence

Titan XT® shingles were named Product of the Year in 2024 in the Home Protection category by Kantar in a survey of 40,000 consumers‡‡ — a strong validation of their performance and reputation.

This recognition isn’t just a marketing badge; it’s an acknowledgment of the product’s real-world reliability during high stakes roofing situations. Titan XT® shingles survived the elements — and stood tall while other products failed.

Practical Installation Advantages

Beyond durability, Titan XT® shingles also bring ease of application to the jobsite. Its large Rapid Fire Zone® nailing area is designed to speed up installation and reduce errors, allowing crews to be more efficient without compromising quality.

Because of its build quality and weather-resilience, Titan XT® shingles help contractors avoid expensive warranty claims, rework, or customer dissatisfaction — factors that cut into profit and damage reputations.

A Smarter Choice for Business Builders

In competitive roofing markets, contractor reputation is currency. Homeowners notice when a product consistently outperforms, and Titan XT® shingles offer a compelling story of storm-tested strength†† and installation efficiency. That’s a narrative contractors can stand behind — and build their business on.

By choosing Titan XT® shingles, roofers gain access to TAMKO’s legacy of innovation and its focus on delivering shingles that hold up in real-world conditions — not just in the lab. The payoff? More jobs won,* fewer problems post-install, and more peace of mind for contractors and homeowners alike.

*TAMKO does not guarantee any sales, markups, margins, or profits.

†TAMKO Pro Certified Contractors are not employees, agents or representatives of TAMKO; however, they may receive certain benefits, such as marketing support, product rebates, access to third-party discounts and the ability to offer Enhanced Limited System Warranties.

‡Titan XT® shingles are classified by UL for compliance with UL 2218 Class 3 impact resistance.

**160 MPH wind warranty requires TAMKO® starter and TAMKO® hip and ridge. See TAMKO's full High Wind Application Instructions for all requirements and restrictions.

††TAMKO’s Limited Warranty and High Wind Application covers properly installed Titan XT® shingles up to 160 mph. Hurricane results generally demonstrate the performance of our products; however, our Limited Warranty does not cover hurricanes. Please consult TAMKO’s Limited Warranty and Application Instructions for all requirements.

‡‡Voted the 2024 Product of the Year in Home Protection Category. Survey of 40,000 consumers by Kantar.

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