CertainTeed is one of the most trusted names in residential roofing and has been in operation for more than 100 years. Their roofing products consistently produce safe and reliable roofs and are available nationwide.
When you get a CertainTeed roof system for your home, your roof is done top to bottom with CertainTeed products and their certified partners. This includes every product used on your roof—shingles, pipe boots, nails, and more.
Once you make the purchasing decision to use a CertainTeed roof system, how can you find a CertainTeed contractor or distributor? And once you find one, how can you be sure you are getting what you’re paying for? Keep reading to find the answers.
How does a contractor become certified with CertainTeed?
Anyone can use CertainTeed roofing shingles—they are sold at retail stores around the United States—but only certain roofing companies are certified by CertainTeed and given “Shingle Master” status. This accreditation ensures members of the company have gone through the application training with a CertainTeed representative, making them certified to install complete CertainTeed roof systems and provide warranties through CertainTeed.
How can I ensure my roofing contractor is installing CertainTeed products?
When you purchase a CertainTeed roof system, you can rest assured all components are designed to work together. All pieces will clearly state “CertainTeed” on them. If your contractor is a Select Shingle Master, using a CertainTeed roof system will allow them to offer you advanced warranty coverage for your home beyond what you would get with a limited warranty. A contractor that is not a Select Shingle Master cannot offer extended warranty coverage.
What kind of residential products does CertainTeed carry?
A CertainTeed roof system will include the following:
- Starter shingle
- Underlayment
- Shingle
- Hip and ridge shingle
- Ventilation (in some cases)
Other components, like flashings, are provided by CertainTeed’s approved vendors. These approved vendors allow you to purchase non-CertainTeed items, but still meet the criteria for an extended warranty.
How do I select the right shingle color?
Finding the right shingle product, color, texture, and look can be an opportune way to personalize and enhance your home. You can peruse available CertainTeed colors and products online. Be sure to also ask your sales representative for shingle samples, though, so you can see colors next to your siding and in various lighting, like direct sunlight and shade. You can also ask if there are any other homes in your area that have recently used a specific color.
What are the most popular shingle products from CertainTeed?
CertainTeed’s hallmark products are the Landmark®, Landmark Pro, and NorthGate® shingles. All three are architectural shingles, but with varying levels of impact rating. The Pro has a Class 3 impact rating, while the NorthGate has a Class 4 impact rating.
Is CertainTeed the only manufacturer that carries shingles?
CertainTeed is certainly not the only manufacturer for shingles. The big three include CertainTeed, GAF, and Owens Corning. Beyond those brands, you will hear of Malarkey, Titan, Atlas, IKO, and others, who are all involved in the manufacturing process.
How do I know if my contractor is certified with CertainTeed?
CertainTeed has a list of Select Shingle Masters on their website for you to use in your specific area who stand up to their quality standards. Hopkins Roofing is certified and will pop up when you search for places in Iowa.
To receive this certification, roofing companies must work with CertainTeed for a minimum of five years and company representatives must go through annual training.
What does Hopkins Roofing recommend?
Always ask roofing contractors about accreditations with shingle suppliers and review the contract to make note of the brands used in the proposed reroof. For assistance, call the experts at Hopkins for a free no-obligation consultation. We can discuss all that goes into a CertainTeed roof system and help you determine which product and color are best for your home.
