Built to Protect: Designing Roofing Systems for a Future of Extreme Weather
Sep. 11, 2025
With the increasing frequency of severe weather events, resilient, durable roofing systems are more critical than ever. Johns Manville’s roofing products are engineered to perform when storms strike, giving building owners confidence that their roofs are built to last.
Durable, long-lasting products are inherently sustainable. Longer product lifespans mean fewer tear-offs, less wasted material going to landfills, and fewer trucks transporting replacement products. Stronger roofs reduce disruption for businesses while also minimizing environmental impact across the supply chain.
“The roof is the most important aspect of a building, it keeps the building watertight,” says Zeb Sukle, Technical Director of Roofing Systems. “Making more resilient systems to handle these types of extreme conditions is a huge sustainability push for the future.”
Our focus is simple: design products that safeguard buildings and communities today, while helping to protect the planet for tomorrow.
Watch our latest video to see how Johns Manville is Weathering Extreme Conditions.
Extreme weather is increasing, and resilience has never been more important. At JM, we design roofing systems that withstand severe storms—lasting longer, reducing waste, and cutting environmental impact. At Johns Manville, we’ve engineered over 30,000 roofing systems rated for severe hail, combining single ply membranes and modified systems built for durability. These systems are tested to perform under some of the harshest conditions nature delivers. But durability isn’t just about strength—it’s also about sustainability. The longer a roof lasts: The less material ends up in landfills The fewer replacement trucks hit the road The lower the environmental impact over its lifecycle Durability is about more than surviving the next storm—it’s about building smarter for the future.
Extreme weather is increasing, and resilience has never been more important. At JM, we design roofing systems that withstand severe storms—lasting longer, reducing waste, and cutting environmental impact. At Johns Manville, we’ve engineered over 30,000 roofing systems rated for severe hail, combining single ply membranes and modified systems built for durability. These systems are tested to perform under some of the harshest conditions nature delivers. But durability isn’t just about strength—it’s also about sustainability. The longer a roof lasts: The less material ends up in landfills The fewer replacement trucks hit the road The lower the environmental impact over its lifecycle Durability is about more than surviving the next storm—it’s about building smarter for the future.