GAF Roofing

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2. GAF roofing is a roofing system manufactured exclusively by GAF Materials Corporation. The GAF in its name stands for General Aniline and Film and it was originally founded on 1886 as the Standard Paint Company.

3. The company started by primarily manufacturing roofing materials for commercial and residential use. It has since then diversified into other products such as fiber-cement siding, metal ductwork and specialty fabrics. There was even a time that GAF was manufacturing photographic film being used by cameras and film projectors. It was even considered as the official film of Disneyland during the 1970s.

4. It introduced its first product, Ruberoid®, which is fairly comparable to rubber and kept in an easy-to-use rolls. This ready-to-lay asphalt roofing system changed the way of how roofs were installed.

5. The success of Ruberoid® was unparalleled that the company name was changed to the Ruberoid Company in 1921 but was eventually changed to GAF Materials Corporation in 1967 upon its merger. However, Ruberoid® still continues to be the country’s foremost trusted name in commercial and residential roofing system.

6. We hear so much about the GAF roofing system but what do we really know about it? GAF RoofingComponents Shingles - Basic Three Tab Shingles – This is the basic of all the available GAF roofing systems that works for individuals on a limited budget. Homeowners can further personalized it with GAF’s two three-tab shingles options -

7. Marquis® WeatherMax® – The Marquis WeatherMax is classified as class A fire rating and has been tried and tested to withstand even the strongest wind. The roofing system also offers 30 years limited but transferable warranty for your peace of mind.

8. Royal Sovereign® – The Royal Sovereign, on the other hand, is made to be more durable because of its Micro-weave Core and the Color Lock system allows for the shingles to retain its vibrant colors for a very long time.

9. Timberline Architectural Shingles – This is the more popular choice by homeowners and professionals alike. Timberline Lifetime Shingles - Timberline Ultra HD Timberline HD Timberline Natural Shadow Timberline American Harvest

10. Timberline Specialty Shingles Timberline Cool Series – energy efficient Timberline ArmorShield II – impact-resistant Lifetime Designer Shingles Ultra-Premium Designer Shingles Camelot Country Mansion Grand Slate Grand Canyon

11. Value Collection Designer Shingles Camelot II Country Mansion II Grand Slate II Slateline Grand Sequoia Woodland Monaco

12. Roof Deck Protection – This helps prevent wind and rain from ruining your shingles by adding an extra layer or protection. You can even chose the level of protection you want from the following - Deck-Armor Tiger Paw Shingle Mate VersaShield Fire Resistant Roof Deck Protection Roof Pro

13. Leak Barrier – This helps prevent rain and ice from leaking through the roof and into your home. GAF also provides several types of protection - StormGuard WeatherWatch XT Weather Watch UnderRoof 2 UnderRoof HT StormFlash

14. Starter Strip Shingles – These are pre-cut shingles that aid in speeding up the installation. It also helps prevent the shingles from blowing away because of its ready-to-lay adhesive feature. Pro-Start WeatherBlocker

15. Cobra Attic Ventilation – This help minimize heat and moisture from the attic which can increase your electric bill and cause your wallpapers and paint to peel prematurely. Cobra Vent Cobra Ridge Vent Cobra Rigid Vent 3 Cobra Ridge Runner Cobra Snow Country Cobra Snow Country Advance Cobra Fascia Vent Cobra FasciaFlow Vent

16. Master Flow Ventilation Master Flow Roof Louvers Master Flow Green Machine Solar-Powered Roof Vent Master Flow Power Roof Ventilators Master Flow Power Gable Ventilators Master Flow Rotary Turbine Vents

17. Master Flow Green Machine Dual-Powered Vent Master Flow Green Machine Solar Powered Ridge Vent Master Flow Soffit/Undereave Vents Master Flow Green Machine Solar-Powered Intake Booster Vent Master Flow Gable Louver

18. Master Flow Foundation Vents Master Flow Whole House Fans Master Flow Chimney / Roof Caps & Other Accessories Master Fl Safety Caps for Chimneys

19. Ridge Cap Shingles – This improves the over-all aesthetic of your home that also guards your home against leaks TimberTex Ridglass Seal-A-Ridge Z-Ridge Vented RidgeCrest

20. The high quality GAF roofing shingles are one of the best in the world and it doesn’t hurt that these materials are made from recycled materials. The environment friendly product provides you with the peace of mind with its limited lifetime warranty and you can even qualify for tax credit by going green!

21. The actual cost of the GAF roofing system would depend on your where you get it from so it is important to research first the range of cost prior to signing on to a deal. Here is an estimated pricing range -

22. The three tab shingle cost around $2 to $3 per square foot and the average roof measures about 2,000 square foot. This brings your estimated cost from $2000 to $6000.

23. The Timberline shingles would cost around $3 to $5 per square foot so for an average house, it can cost you $6,000 to $10,000. Designer shingles are a little costlier at $4 to $6 per square foot and it will roughly cost you $8,000 to $12,000.

24. The costing does not cover installation and this is extremely variable but the average cost of installation is around $150 per 100 square foot. The average size house can set you back around $3000 for installation alone. However, if you have existing roofing prior to installation, there will be an additional charge to remove and dispose of the old roofing and this can cost around $2,000 to $8,000.

25. Be prepare to spend a little more if you chose to avail of the entire components of the GAF roofing.

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