As the most economical of all residential roofing materials, asphalt shingles make up 80 percent of the U.S. market. The fiberglass-based variety also offers excellent fire resistance when installed with fire-code-compliant underlayments.

Are shingles fireproof?

Asphalt. … Unlike wood shingles, asphalt shingles can last two hours in a fire before catching, making them a fairly fire-resistant material that is also extremely affordable.

Do shingles burn in a fire?

Class A Fire Rating – Shingles with the highest fire resistance are classified as Class A. These shingles will be effective against moderate fire exposures, are not readily flammable and will not cause fires to spread.