When you’re investing in a new roof in Central Indiana, you aren’t just buying shingles. You’re buying protection against our incredibly unpredictable weather. At Hometown Roofing & Exteriors, we’ve installed hundreds of roofs across Indianapolis and Greenfield, and we’ve seen every type of shingle on the market.

Time and again, we choose IKO shingles as our go-to recommendation. Here are the five key reasons why IKO is our shingle of choice for central Indiana roof replacements.

Superior Wind Resistance with ArmourZone^®

Indiana is famous for its high-wind gusts that can peel standard shingles right off the deck. IKO solved this problem with their patented ArmourZone^® technology.

• What is ArmourZone^®: IKO shingles feature a 1.25-inch reinforced nailing strip designed to boost wind resistance, simplify installation, and prevent shingle blowoffs during high wind gusts.
• Why is it beneficial: This additional reinforced space allows roof installers to hit every nail perfectly, resulting in a shingle that won’t get blown off in winds up to 130 mph. When the next high-wind storm hits Hancock or Marion County, you’ll know your home is protected.

Class 3 and 4 Hail Impact Ratings

In Indiana, installing shingles with less than a Class 3 hail rating simply isn’t worth the risk. A Class 3 system is engineered to withstand hail up to 1.75 inches, while Class 4 shingles provide maximum protection against hail up to 2 inches.

• IKO Dynasty Shingles (Class 3): Our favorite all-around Class-3 shingle meant to protect your home from mid-sized hail.
• IKO Nordic Shingles (Class 4): Features a polymer-modified asphalt that acts like a shock absorber to protect your home from large hail.

On February 19th, 2026, central Indiana was hit with an average of 1.5-inch hail with some areas like Bloomington receiving up to 2-inch hail. Be sure to get a free HAAG-certified roof inspection from our team if you think your home may have storm damage.

15 Designer Color Options to Fit Your Home’s Style

Performance doesn’t have to be ugly. IKO offers 15 distinct color blends in their performance line of shingles. Whether you want the deep, earthy tones of Shadow Brown or the modern, high-contrast look of Castle Grey, there is a color to match your home’s style. Enhance your home’s curb appeal with color blends and styles that fit rustic, urban, traditional, and modern homes alike.

Manufacturer’s Warranty Meets the Hometown Guarantee

A warranty is only as good as the team standing behind it. IKO offers an Iron Clad Protection period that covers 100% of material and labor for manufacturing defects in the early years of the roof’s life.

At Hometown Roofing & Exteriors, we take that a step further. We back every IKO installation with our own 10-year workmanship warranty. If there is an issue with how the roof was installed, we fix it, no questions asked. By combining IKO’s material quality with our decade-long labor guarantee, you get the most comprehensive protection package in central Indiana.

10% Average Savings Directly for Indiana Homeowners

One of the most common questions we get is, “How does IKO compare to brands like Owens Corning, CertainTeed, or GAF?”

• IKO consistently offers roughly 10% average savings on material cost while providing the same or superior level of quality and protection.

Because IKO is vertically integrated (meaning they make most of their own products and components), they can pass those savings on to the contractor. We then pass that directly to Hancock and Marion County homeowners for a more affordable roofing experience.