Owens Corning vs GAF: What Are The Benefits?

GAF and Owens Corning are among the industry-leading brands in roofing materials, but which is better for your home? We have broken down the benefits of each brand below.

Owens Corning is the No. 1 roofing material manufacturer in the U.S. and it has been among the top brands for roofing materials for the last 100 years. Its shingles are up to 50% stronger against wear and tear than other brands, thanks to its EverGuard Technology.

The biggest benefits of Berkshire® Owens Corning shingles are:

• Long-Lasting: Oakridge® Shingles are The Right Choice® for long-lasting performance and striking beauty. In addition to a wide range of inviting, popular colors, Owens Corning shingles also offer a limited lifetime warranty for as long as you own your home.
• Durability: It’s No Guess wide nailing zone has a tough, engineered woven-fabric strip that is embedded in the shingle to create an easy-to-see strong, durable fastener zone.
• Cost: Shingles do not require an ice & water shield over the underlayment, which saves you money on installation.

Unified Home Remodeling is the leading Long Island roofing contractor. We’re both a GAF Certified Contractor and an Owens Corning Platinum Preferred Contractor. Our team of experts has the talent to make sure you get the look that you want—and ensure that you love it forever.

GAF is the second-largest manufacturer of roofing materials in the nation. It has been around for more than 100 years and protects an estimated 1-in-4 U.S. homes. Its LayerLock™ Technology strengthens the bond between layers of your Timberline® HDZ™ Shingles to help your roofer give you the best possible installation.

The biggest benefits of GAF Timberline® HDZ™ High Definition® shingles are:

• Color: GAF offers more color choices than most of its competitors, including varying shades of black. Timberline HDZ Shingles keep their color longer because they feature StainGuard Algae Protection, which helps protect the beauty of your roof against unsightly discoloration.
• Strength: Shingles are up to 30% stronger against wear and tear due to Duraweave™ fiberglass reinforcement technology. The strength added by LayerLock™ Technology allows GAF to create the StrikeZone™ nailing area—the industry’s widest nail zone—which offers 99.9% nailing accuracy.
• Appearance: Shingles have natural wood grain and color for a blended, natural look that mimics real wood. Its Hip & Ridge Cap Shingles accentuate the natural beauty of your architectural shingle roof.