The Different Types of GAF Roofing Shingles, Part 1

In addition to being America’s #1 asphalt roofing brand, GAF is well known for offering a variety of shingles products to meet a homeowner’s aesthetic and budgetary needs. And all GAF products come with amazing warranties, too, for extra peace of mind. In this two-part series, we’ll be covering all ten of GAF’s asphalt shingles offerings, as well as the warranties that come along with them. Let’s get started with the first five GAF asphalt roofing products … Timberline HDZ® This is GAF’s #1 selling asphalt shingle. It features High Definition® color blends coupled with industry-leading warranties. Benefits Include High-definition color for exceptional depth and dimension HDZ is engineered for easy, precise installation Includes advanced algae protection Included Warranties  StainGuard Plus™ Algae Protection Limited Warranty WindProven™ Limited Wind Warranty Layerlock™ Technology DuraGrip Adhesive Timberline UHDZ® “UHDZ” stands for Ultra High Definition, and that’s exactly what these shingles provide, along with a beautiful aesthetic, and a long list of benefits. Benefits Include Timberline UHDZ is a premium laminate shingle, and is a heavier grade than the

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Dealing with Hail Damage & Roof Repair

In this episode of Beyond the Studs, Josh Gauwitz, owner of Legacy Exteriors, spoke all about hail damage, which is top of mind after the nasty weather we had in Madison and Sun Prairie, WI, late last month. Here’s what Josh had to share … We’re getting a lot of calls from homeowners who were affected by the hail damage in Madison and Sun Prairie. It took a lot of people by surprise, and now they’re in need of roof repair, and some need siding repair. It may sound surprising, but it’s not always obvious whether or not your roof has hail damage, and I wanted to talk about this a bit. Whether you can see hail damage or not, after your neighborhood has experienced a hail storm (in this case it was severe), it’s always a good idea to have an inspection conducted by a professional. With Legacy Exteriors, we offer free estimates — or in this case inspections — to determine what exactly (if anything) is going on with your roof. We believe

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