What is the difference between Atlas Pinnacle Pristine and Pinnacle Impact?
Roofing education reviewed by the ROOF.CLICK team. Product specifications referenced from manufacturer documentation.
Short answer
Atlas Pinnacle Pristine is ROOF.CLICK's value architectural shingle. Atlas Pinnacle Impact costs more per square and adds a Class 4 impact-resistance rating — the highest available — which may qualify you for an insurance discount. Both include Scotchgard™ algae-resistant granules.
In more detail
Both shingles are made by Atlas and share Scotchgard™ algae-resistant granules, which resist the black streaks caused by algae growth. The key difference is impact resistance. Pinnacle Pristine is a solid architectural shingle for everyday performance. Pinnacle Impact is engineered to resist hail and carries a Class 4 impact-resistance rating under UL 2218 — the highest rating available — meaning it survived a 2-inch steel ball dropped from 20 feet without cracking. Some insurers may offer discounts for qualifying impact-resistant roofing; eligibility and savings vary by insurer, policy, and location, so ask your insurance provider. The 60 Second Roof Quote shows you the exact price difference between the two on your home.
Sources & references
- Atlas Roofing product documentation
- UL 2218 impact-resistance standard
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Atlas Pinnacle Impact
Impact-rated. Most popular upgrade.
Class 4 Impact-Resistant
15-year manufacturer warranty
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What is Class 4?
Class 4 is the highest impact-resistance rating under UL 2218 — it means a shingle survived a 2-inch steel ball dropped from 20 feet without cracking.
Impact ResistanceHow much more is an impact-resistant roof?
Upgrading to a Class 4 impact-resistant system costs more per square than the value system. In hail-prone areas, some insurers may offer discounts for qualifying impact-resistant roofing, which can help offset the upgrade over time.
WarrantiesWhat roofing warranty options are available?
Manufacturer warranties range from a 12-year warranty on the value architectural shingle and 15 years on the impact-resistant shingle, up to a limited lifetime manufacturer warranty on the StormMaster Shake and stone-coated steel systems. ROOF.CLICK also stands behind its installation workmanship.
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