GAF, North America’s largest roofing manufacturer, is pleased to announce that it was voted #1 in quality in the 2014 BUILDER Brand Use Study, in both the “Roofing: Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles” and “Roofing: Clay/Concretes/Synthetic Tiles” categories. The company also ranked highest in the categories of “Brands Used in the Past 2 Years” and “Brands Used the Most.”
"The BUILDER Brand Use Survey is an annual benchmark that provides extensive insight across the largest spectrum of products used by today's builders," notes Paul Tourbaf, group president of Hanley Wood's Residential New Construction division. In addition to providing brand familiarity and product use data, the study also captures the market sentiment when it comes to what's driving product consideration and buying decisions. "There is a clear connection in the 2014 results that highlights a potent combination of product performance and features ahead of cost that drove decisions in the past," adds Tourbaf. "Innovative brands like GAF that are committed to demonstrating continual advances in design and durability while they communicate unique attributes of their brand will continue to gain builder attention and market share."
“It is a huge honor to again be ranked highest in quality by builders and to know that our shingles are chosen to be used more than any other brand,” stated Paul Bromfield, senior vice president of marketing at GAF. “Manufacturing quality products is our main goal at GAF, and we are thrilled that not only are our asphalt shingles being recognized as such, but also our TruSlate® genuine slate roofing system.”
With a continuing focus on innovation, GAF incorporates its proprietary Advanced Protection® Shingle Technology into all its laminated shingle products. This results in shingles that offer improved performance—including superior durability and wind resistance—while reducing the use of precious natural resources. All GAF Lifetime Shingles also pass ASTM’s two toughest wind tests—ASTM D3161 Class F 110 mph and ASTM D7158 Class H 150 mph—and carry GAF’s Lifetime limited warranty. The company’s TruSlate® Premium Roofing System offers real hand-split quarried slate installed with a high-tech patented system, resulting in an affordable option for virtually any home and offering a Lifetime limited warranty.
For more than 20 years, the BUILDER Brand Use Study has proved to be one of the most-anticipated industry resources for trends and information. This year’s study was conducted in collaboration with Readex Research and represents a sample of 74,669 builders, builder/developers, and general contractors.
To learn more about GAF products and programs, visit www.gaf.com.
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About GAF
Founded in 1886, GAF has become the largest roofing manufacturer in North America. The company’s products include a comprehensive portfolio of steep-slope and commercial roofing systems, which are supported by an extensive national network of factory-certified contractors. Its success is driven by its commitment to Advanced Quality, Industry Expertise, and Solutions Made Simple for contractors, specifiers, and property owners alike. In 2011, GAF was the first roofing manufacturer to offer a Lifetime limited warranty on all of its laminated shingles and, in 2012, it introduced the GAF Lifetime Roofing System.
With a focus on social responsibility, GAF has developed Advanced Protection® Shingle Technology, which provides superior durability and wind resistance while reducing the use of scarce natural resources. The company has also developed single-ply and asphaltic membranes with superior durability and high reflectivity to meet the most rigorous industry standards while helping commercial property owners and designers reduce energy consumption.
GAF also supports the roofing industry through CARE, the Center for the Advancement of Roofing Excellence, which has provided education to over 125,000 professionals. CARE’s mission is to help professional contractors and distributors build their businesses through sales and management education, and to provide product and installation training to contractors, distributors, architects, property owners, and related industry personnel. For more information about GAF, visit www.gaf.com.
"The BUILDER Brand Use Survey is an annual benchmark that provides extensive insight across the largest spectrum of products used by today's builders," notes Paul Tourbaf, group president of Hanley Wood's Residential New Construction division. In addition to providing brand familiarity and product use data, the study also captures the market sentiment when it comes to what's driving product consideration and buying decisions. "There is a clear connection in the 2014 results that highlights a potent combination of product performance and features ahead of cost that drove decisions in the past," adds Tourbaf. "Innovative brands like GAF that are committed to demonstrating continual advances in design and durability while they communicate unique attributes of their brand will continue to gain builder attention and market share."
“It is a huge honor to again be ranked highest in quality by builders and to know that our shingles are chosen to be used more than any other brand,” stated Paul Bromfield, senior vice president of marketing at GAF. “Manufacturing quality products is our main goal at GAF, and we are thrilled that not only are our asphalt shingles being recognized as such, but also our TruSlate® genuine slate roofing system.”
With a continuing focus on innovation, GAF incorporates its proprietary Advanced Protection® Shingle Technology into all its laminated shingle products. This results in shingles that offer improved performance—including superior durability and wind resistance—while reducing the use of precious natural resources. All GAF Lifetime Shingles also pass ASTM’s two toughest wind tests—ASTM D3161 Class F 110 mph and ASTM D7158 Class H 150 mph—and carry GAF’s Lifetime limited warranty. The company’s TruSlate® Premium Roofing System offers real hand-split quarried slate installed with a high-tech patented system, resulting in an affordable option for virtually any home and offering a Lifetime limited warranty.
For more than 20 years, the BUILDER Brand Use Study has proved to be one of the most-anticipated industry resources for trends and information. This year’s study was conducted in collaboration with Readex Research and represents a sample of 74,669 builders, builder/developers, and general contractors.
To learn more about GAF products and programs, visit www.gaf.com.
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About GAF
Founded in 1886, GAF has become the largest roofing manufacturer in North America. The company’s products include a comprehensive portfolio of steep-slope and commercial roofing systems, which are supported by an extensive national network of factory-certified contractors. Its success is driven by its commitment to Advanced Quality, Industry Expertise, and Solutions Made Simple for contractors, specifiers, and property owners alike. In 2011, GAF was the first roofing manufacturer to offer a Lifetime limited warranty on all of its laminated shingles and, in 2012, it introduced the GAF Lifetime Roofing System.
With a focus on social responsibility, GAF has developed Advanced Protection® Shingle Technology, which provides superior durability and wind resistance while reducing the use of scarce natural resources. The company has also developed single-ply and asphaltic membranes with superior durability and high reflectivity to meet the most rigorous industry standards while helping commercial property owners and designers reduce energy consumption.
GAF also supports the roofing industry through CARE, the Center for the Advancement of Roofing Excellence, which has provided education to over 125,000 professionals. CARE’s mission is to help professional contractors and distributors build their businesses through sales and management education, and to provide product and installation training to contractors, distributors, architects, property owners, and related industry personnel. For more information about GAF, visit www.gaf.com.