Resources for contractors
Leading the way in storm restoration
When you’re committed to taking on the challenges of storm restoration, GAF is the partner you can rely on. With world-class training, impact-resistant products, and industry-leading warranties, we are here to help you navigate the storm and restore your community with confidence.
Storm restoration training by experienced industry professionals
As a specialized team of GAF CARE, Storm Restoration Trainers are experienced industry professionals. They understand the do's and don'ts of working with insurance, to help you put your best foot forward with your customers. Access live and on-demand trainings, tutorials, and tools that can help.
Tools to expedite storm restoration roofing jobs
GAF QuickMeasure™
Get accurate roof measurements, high-resolution imagery, and more in under an hour for single-family homes.1
Order a report
GAF ScopeConnect℠
The service offers a complete insurance scope of work in an industry standard format within 24 hours of your order.1
Order an estimate
GAF WeatherHub
When severe weather hits, be prepared to serve and grow your customer base with this easy-to-use, all-in-one weather tool.
Schedule a demo
1 Terms and restrictions apply. Visit FAQs for details.
Get an overview of storm restoration resources
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Install a FORTIFIED Roof™ with GAF products
In a one-of-a-kind alliance, GAF and the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS) are working together to help make FORTIFIED™ Roofs more accessible to homeowners nationwide. GAF offers a variety of roofing products that can be used to comply with certain FORTIFIED requirements.2
2 Eligibility criteria, terms, and restrictions apply. See current FORTIFIED Home™ Standard available at fortifiedhome.org for details. U.S. only.
Impact-resistant shingles and roofing solutions
GAF offers a variety of products with UL 2218 Class 3 and Class 4 impact resistant ratings3. Some insurance carriers may offer discounts on homeowner's insurance premiums for installing UL 2218 Class 3 or Class 4 rated roofing products.4
3 UL 2218 Class 3 and Class 4 impact resistance tests performed under controlled laboratory conditions. GAF makes no express or implied warranty about the impact performance of this product against hail. Hail damage is not covered under the limited warranty.
4 Insurance discounts are not guaranteed. If available, discounts vary by state and insurance company. Contact your insurance agent for information before installing a new roof.
4 Insurance discounts are not guaranteed. If available, discounts vary by state and insurance company. Contact your insurance agent for information before installing a new roof.
Industry-leading warranties from GAF
GAF offers some of the strongest warranties in the roofing industry. Learn more about eligibility requirements to upgrade your customers to better coverage with the GAF Roofing System Limited Warranty, featuring the WindProven Limited Wind Warranty with no maximum wind speed limitation.5 In addition, GAF certified contractors can offer enhanced warranties from GAF.
Offering warranties
Understanding the insurance process
After a storm, many homeowners are often overwhelmed by the insurance claims process. Learn more about the right ways to help your customers navigate this process by learning about terminology and typical insurance claims processes. Leverage GAF's services, products, and partnerships to help homeowners bounce back after a storm.
Understanding Insurance
5 15-year WindProven™ limited wind warranty covers GAF Shingles with LayerLock® Technology only and requires the use of GAF Starter Strips, Roof Deck Protection, Ridge Cap Shingles, and Leak Barrier or Attic Ventilation. See GAF Roofing System Limited Warranty for complete coverage and restrictions. Visit gaf.com/LRS for qualifying GAF products. For installations not eligible for the WindProven limited wind warranty, see GAF Shingle & Accessory Limited Warranty for complete coverage and restrictions.
Lead partner programs
GAF has partnerships with leading Managed Repair Networks, which helps connect our network of certified contractors with carriers to help policyholders with repairs during their claim.
Connecting contractors with managed repair networks after weather strikes
The demand for contractors who specialize in insurance work is growing. To help contractors adapt and expand their businesses, GAF has partnered with specific Managed Repair Programs (MRPs) that contractors may enroll in and receive training and support.
GAF’s commitment to storm restoration in local communities
Become a Community Contractor
At GAF, we help protect our communities, not only through our products, but as neighbors and partners in the communities where we live and work. Our Community Contractor Program offers contractors three ways to get involved with their local communities, including partnerships with Habitat for Humanity, Disaster Resiliency education, and Affordable Housing Reroofing opportunities.
Community Matters
We aren’t just a roofing manufacturer. GAF helps provide grants, in-kind donations, and hands-on support to address the unique needs of each community. Through the GAF Community Contractor Program, for example, more than 500 certified contractors have helped to install roofs for thousands of families in need of decent affordable housing.