Why Choose a GAF Certified Roofer?

GAF Certifications and Awards

Every contractor certified by GAF must be insured and licensed in states where they operate (if required). In addition to performance expectations, GAF also considers factors such as years of roofing experience, credit rating and overall standing with the Better Business Bureau.

GAF Certified™

GAF Certified^™ Contractors are entrusted by GAF to offer the System Plus Limited Warranty* on qualifying roofing systems which provides coverage against manufacturing defects on qualifying GAF products for up to 50 years.

GAF Master Elite®

GAF Master Elite^® Contractors are entrusted to offer GAF’s strongest warranties, including the Golden Pledge^® Limited Warranty* on qualifying roofing systems which provides coverage against manufacturing defects in the GAF products and up to 30 years of misapplication coverage.

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GAF President’s Club Award

Less than half of Master Elite^® contractors qualify for President’s Club status, showing excellence in three areas: Performance, Reliability, and Service. The badge signifies a Contractor’s commitment to installation of roofing systems that qualify for GAF’s best warranties.

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Enhanced residential warranty coverage with GAF certification

Your connection to GAF’s best warranties starts with your contractor’s certification. Higher levels mean contractors can offer better coverage on qualifying GAF roofing systems

	NON-CERTIFIED	GAF CERTIFIED CONTRACTORS	GAF MASTER ELITE CONTRACTORS
GAF REQUIREMENTS
$1 Million in Liability Insurance	Not Applicable	✓	✓
Workers Compensation	Not Applicable	✓	✓
State License (If Applicable)	Not Applicable	✓	✓
WARRANTY COVERAGE;
Shingle & Accessory		Non-prorated Coverage Period: None Workmanship Coverage: None
Roofing Systems*		Non-prorated Coverage Period: None Workmanship Coverage: None
System Plus*	Not Eligible	Non-prorated Coverage Period: None Workmanship Coverage: None
Silver Pledge*	Not Eligible	Not Eligible	Non-prorated Coverage Period: Up to 50 years Workmanship Coverage: Up to 10 years
Golden Pledge*	Not Eligible	Not Eligible	Non-prorated Coverage Period: Up to 50 years Workmanship Coverage: Up to 30 year

*Eligibility requirements, coverage, terms and restrictions apply and vary based on the enhanced warranty and products installed. For details and to view full System Plus, Silver Pledge and Golden Pledge Limited Warranties visit https://www.gaf.com/en-us/for-homeowners/warranties. Visit gaf.com/LRS for qualifying GAF products.

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A local contractor certified by GAF can answer your questions about choosing a roof, and what to expect from the installation process. Contractors certified by GAF are trusted to offer our enhanced warranties.

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Contractors enrolled in GAF certification programs are not employees or agents of GAF, and GAF does not control or otherwise supervise these independent businesses. Contractors may receive benefits, such as loyalty rewards points and discounts on marketing tools from GAF for participating in the program and offering GAF enhanced warranties, which require the use of a minimum amount of GAF products. Your dealings with a Contractor, and any services they provide to you, are subject to the Contractor Terms of Use.

Tips for finding a roofer

Whether you’re looking to repair or replace your roof, learn how to find a roofing contractor to fit your needs.

Get referrals

Start with asking friends and neighbors who they trust to help determine who to interview for your roofing job.

Check the BBB

Get first-hand insights into what experiences other homeowners have reported to the Better Business Bureau.

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Interview roofers with confidence

The right roof starts with a reliable local roofer. GAF makes it easy to choose a local contractor you can trust with a guide that helps you determine which questions to ask to narrow down your search.

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