Resources for homeowners
Excelling in storm restoration from every angle
Whether preparing for bad weather or recovering from storm damage, GAF offers resources to help you better understand insurance terminology and typical processes, learn more about GAF products and warranties, and connect with GAF certified contractors1 to help you repair or replace your roof.
What to do if your roof requires storm restoration?
Identify and help minimize your damage
The first step to protecting your most valuable asset is recognizing the signs of damage. Taking swift action and connecting with a trusted contractor is critical to preventing a small issue from becoming a major problem.
Storm damage resources
Understand insurance coverage and claims
Learn what to expect and how to select the right contractor. We also provide information to help you navigate the insurance process, so you can get back to normal faster.
Insurance resources
Get professional help from a GAF certified contractor
It’s a good idea to have a professional check on your roof after a storm, to help determine if any repairs or a roof replacement is needed. GAF is North America’s largest roofing manufacturer, and contractors we certify1 are trusted to offer our strongest warranties.
1Contractors enrolled in GAF certification programs are not employees or agents of GAF, and GAF does not control or otherwise supervise these independent businesses. Contractors may receive benefits, such as loyalty rewards points and discounts on marketing tools from GAF for participating in the program and offering GAF enhanced warranties, which require the use of a minimum amount of GAF products. Your dealings with a Contractor, and any services they provide to you, are subject to the Contractor Terms of Use. Visit gaf.com/gaf-contractor-terms-of-use for details. Always verify that your contractor is certified by GAF by visiting gaf.com/roofing-contractors.
Rebuild for resilience with GAF products with potential financial benefits
Build back with resiliency in mind by working with roofers who can help you select the right combination of high-quality GAF products that may offer financial benefits.
Get a FORTIFIED Roof™
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 requirements2. If you are interested in a FORTIFIED Roof designation that may help you qualify for insurance discounts, grants and other incentives3, contact a GAF Master Elite®1 contractor who is also FORTIFIED Certified4.
2 Eligibility criteria, terms, and restrictions apply. See current FORTIFIED Home™ Standard available at fortifiedhome.org for details. U.S. only.
3 Insurance discounts, grants, and other incentives are not guaranteed and may vary, if available. For more information, visit fortifiedhome.org/incentives.
4 FORTIFIED™ certified is a program of IBHS. Eligibility requirements, terms, and restrictions apply. For details, visit fortifiedhome.org/how-to-become-fortified-certified. Always verify that your contractor is FORTIFIED Certified with IBHS by visiting fortifiedproviders.com.
3 Insurance discounts, grants, and other incentives are not guaranteed and may vary, if available. For more information, visit fortifiedhome.org/incentives.
4 FORTIFIED™ certified is a program of IBHS. Eligibility requirements, terms, and restrictions apply. For details, visit fortifiedhome.org/how-to-become-fortified-certified. Always verify that your contractor is FORTIFIED Certified with IBHS by visiting fortifiedproviders.com.
Impact-resistant shingles and roofing solutions
GAF offers a variety of products with UL 2218 Class 3 and Class 4 impact resistance ratings5. Some insurance carriers may offer discounts on homeowner's insurance premiums when you install UL 2218 Class 3 or Class 4 rated roofing products.6
5UL 2218 Class 3 and Class 4 impact-resistance test performed under controlled laboratory conditions. Hail damage is not covered under any GAF Limited Warranties for asphaltic shingles. GAF makes no express or implied warranty about the impact performance of this product against hail.
6Insurance discounts are not guaranteed. If available, discounts vary by state and insurance company. Contact your insurance agent for information before installing a new roof.
6Insurance discounts are not guaranteed. If available, discounts vary by state and insurance company. Contact your insurance agent for information before installing a new roof.
GAF enhanced warranties are some of the most trusted in the industry
Build back with the peace of mind. Learn more about GAF's warranty options, including coverage details and eligibility requirements, to give you the manufacturer-backed coverage you need.
GAF warranties
Our commitment to storm recovery in homes and local communities
We’re not just a roofing manufacturer, but a community partner
Being a community partner means showing up when it matters. We provide vital assistance in storm-hit areas, helping communities recover and rebuild stronger. This reflects our core belief in supporting the people and places that rely on our products, ensuring long-term stability.
Our commitment to community through storm restoration
How GAF plant communities support neighbors after hurricanes
GAF plant employees turned a planned celebration into a Day of Service, immediately supporting their neighbors by packing thousands of pounds of food and disaster relief supplies to help communities recover and rebuild.
Plant communities story
GAF supports Puerto Rico hurricane recovery
Through its Community Matters initiative, GAF has supported Puerto Rico hurricane recovery by donating materials for over 500 roofs and providing free installation training to local organizations to help build community resilience.
Hurricane recovery story
Building resilient communities in New Orleans and beyond
GAF Community Matters is actively building resilient communities by partnering with nonprofits, training a local roofing workforce, and prioritizing long-term repairs over temporary fixes like blue tarps, particularly in the Gulf Region.
New Orleans story