High-wind and impact-rated roof shingles should be used to install a roof that can endure storms, according to housing specialist Claudette Reichel from Louisiana State University Agricultural Center. Other musts include the use of 8d ring-shank nails to secure roof decking.
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[1] http://www.nola.com/homegarden/index.ssf/2012/09/if_hurricane_isaac_has_you_replacing_a_roof_make_sure.html