GAF Certified Roofing Contractor Warranty Comparison Guide
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STANDARD Shingle Warranty
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GAF Certified Installer Warranty
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Material Defect Coverage*
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100% coverage period |
3, 5, or 10 yrs.
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20 yrs. Most Shingles)
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50 yrs. (LifetimeShingles)
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Covers roofing system? |
No (Just Shingles)
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Yes (Entire System)
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Cost of installation labor included? |
3, 5, or 10 yrs.
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25 yrs. to Lifetime
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Workmanship Coverage*
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100% coverage period |
None
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None
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Misapplication of flashings covered? |
No
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No
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Installer certified? |
No (Anyone can install)
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Yes (Only GAF-Elk Certified™ Contractors can install)
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Tear-off costs included? (when required) |
No
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Yes (For material defects only)
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Disposal costs included? (when required) |
No
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No
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Exclusive 40-point factory inspection? |
No
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No
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Peace of Mind
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"Maximum" wind coverage up to 130 mph Category 3 hurricane wind speed available? |
No
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Yes
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Warranty transferable? |
Yes
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Yes
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Free transfer? |
Yes
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Yes
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 Good Housekeeping Protection?
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Yes
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Yes
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