Frisco homeowners comparing shingle quotes often see IKO’s two Performance shingles: Dynasty and Nordic. On paper they’re nearly twins. The one number that separates them is the one that matters most when North Texas hail hits: impact rating.
I’m Blake Snow, and I’ve been roofing for 30 years. We install IKO to the manufacturer’s specs. Here’s how the two compare, using IKO’s own product pages.
Side-by-side from IKO’s specs
Sources: IKO’s Dynasty page and Nordic page, including their spec tables and footnotes.
| Dynasty | Nordic | |
|---|---|---|
| Collection | IKO Performance | IKO Performance (IKO’s highest-performing line) |
| Asphalt | Standard laminated | Polymer-modified |
| Impact rating | FM 4473 / UL 2218 Class 3 | FM 4473 / UL 2218 Class 4 |
| Size | 40 ⅞” × 13 ¾” | 40 ⅞” × 13 ¾” |
| Exposure | 5 ⅞” | 5 ⅞” |
| Shingles per bundle / per square | 20 / 60 | 20 / 60 |
| Coverage per bundle | 33 ⅓ sq. ft. | 33 ⅓ sq. ft. |
| Nailing surface | Woven ArmourZone | Woven ArmourZone |
| Wind standards | ASTM D3161 Class F, ASTM D7158 Class H | ASTM D3161 Class F, ASTM D7158 Class H |
| Fire | Class A (over approved underlayment) | Class A (over approved underlayment) |
| Limited warranty | Limited lifetime | Limited lifetime |
| Iron Clad Protection | 15 years | 15 years |
| Limited wind warranty | 130 mph | 130 mph |
| Algae warranty | 10 years (blue-green) | 10 years (blue-green) |
| Colors listed by IKO | 14 | 8 |
| Availability | Broad | Select markets only |
IKO notes all values are approximate and that extended warranties through an IKO ROOFPRO contractor can carry different application requirements. We confirm the current specs, colors and Frisco availability before you sign.
What “True Square Advantage” means on your roof
Both shingles are bigger than a typical architectural shingle: about 40 ⅞ inches long with a 5 ⅞-inch exposure, versus the 39 ⅜-inch, 5 ⅝-inch metric size many brands use. More exposure means fewer courses up the roof and a bolder look. It also means IKO shingles don’t course in with other brands. If you ever need a repair, it should be IKO on IKO.
Class 3 or Class 4 in Frisco?
- Dynasty (Class 3) survived 1.75-inch steel balls in the lab. It meets our rule: every shingle roof we install is Class 3 or better under UL 2218. It’s a solid choice if your insurer gives little or no credit for Class 4.
- Nordic (Class 4) survived 2-inch steel balls, and its polymer-modified asphalt stays more flexible. It’s the better pick if your insurer gives a meaningful Class 4 credit or you’ve already replaced a roof after hail once.
Neither is hail-proof. IKO is clear that the impact rating is there to help you qualify for a premium reduction, and that hail damage is not covered under its Limited Warranty. Hail is an insurance matter, not a warranty claim. See our Texas impact-resistant roof insurance guide and best Class 4 shingles for Texas.
What the warranty does cover
“Lifetime” in IKO’s wording runs as long as the original owner owns the home. Iron Clad Protection is IKO’s early-years coverage period, 15 years on both. Wind coverage is 130 mph on both. Algae coverage is 10 years and applies to blue-green algae. Read the full IKO Limited Warranty for the terms, and we’ll put the manufacturer and workmanship warranties in writing on your quote.
What we do on a Frisco IKO roof
- Full tear-off to the deck, with deck repairs as needed
- IKO starter and hip and ridge shingles, plus new drip edge
- New flashings at walls, chimneys and valleys
- A free digital photo report and a workmanship warranty from 10 years up to lifetime, depending on the job
See our IKO Dynasty and Nordic page for more.
After a storm
Get the roof inspected and documented before anyone patches it. In Texas you generally have 1 year from the date of loss to file a claim, but check your policy. Our storm damage page explains the process.
Talk to us about IKO in Frisco
We roof in Frisco, Prosper, Little Elm, The Colony and Plano. We’re certified with GAF, CertainTeed, Owens Corning, Atlas, Johns Manville, Carlisle, Tropical Roofing Products, Mule-Hide and Enviroshake, and many other roof manufacturers. We’re BBB A+ rated, with 5.0 stars on Google at all three offices: Bridgeport, Decatur and Rhome. Request a free inspection or call (817) 733-9228.
