Update · Jul 27, 2026

Memphis summers are brutal on asphalt shingle roofing systems. When air temperatures consistently exceed 90°F, roof surface temperatures can reach 150°F or higher. At those temperatures, the petroleum oils in your shingles evaporate at an accelerated rate, causing the asphalt to dry out, lose flexibility, and become increasingly brittle and crack-prone. UV radiation simultaneously degrades the organic compounds in the asphalt matrix, weakening the material at a molecular level while granules shed at increasing rates. This double assault of heat and UV is why Memphis roofs rarely achieve their manufacturer-rated lifespan a shingle rated for 30 years may realistically last 15 to 17 in the Mid-South climate. Reborn Roofing LLC helps homeowners across Collierville, Germantown, East Memphis, and Shelby County fight back against summer damage through proactive roof maintenance and the Roof Maxx soy bio-oil treatment, which replenishes the petroleum oils that summer heat strips away. Starting treatments at year 8 to 10 before significant deterioration begins gives your roofing system the best chance at a long, functional life.