Ridge cap shingles
The finishing touch that helps defend against leaks at the hips and ridges.
Why WeatherBlocker™ Premium Starter Strip Shingles?
Don’t overlook the importance of pre-cut starter strips in a quality roofing system. WeatherBlocker™ Premium Starter Strip Shingles have factory applied, properly positioned Dura Grip™ Adhesive which helps lock down shingle edges at the eaves and rakes to reduce the risk of shingle blow-offs. They provide about 42% more coverage per bundle than our 3-tab shingles. Plus, they’re compatible with all GAF shingles, ensuring seamless integration. Installers like that the easy-to-use perforated design allows each piece to be separated into half pieces without cutting, creating straighter roof edges.
This product has earned the Good HouseKeeping Seal.
WeatherBlocker™ Premium Starter Strips are a standout.
Choose WeatherBlocker™ Premium Starter Strips as part of your GAF roofing system.
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Cost Effective
Cost-effective alternative to using cut-up 3-tab strip shingles as your starter course -
Excellent Performance
Dura Grip™ Adhesive helps lock down the shingle edges at the eaves and rakes to reduce the risk of shingle blow-off -
Compatibility
Specifically designed to be compatible with all GAF asphalt shingles
Seal the Deal with WeatherBlocker™
WeatherBlocker™ Premium Starter Strip Shingles are eligible for a Lifetime Limited Warranty when installed with GAF Lifetime shingles and at least two additional qualifying GAF accessories✝.
† Lifetime refers to the length of warranty coverage provided and means as long as the original individual owner(s) of a single-family detached residence [or the eligible second owner(s)] owns the property where the qualifying GAF products are installed. For other owners/structures, Lifetime coverage is not applicable. Lifetime coverage on shingles requires the use of GAF Lifetime Shingles only. Lifetime coverage on shingles and accessories requires the use of any GAF Lifetime Shingle and any 3 qualifying GAF Accessories. See GAF Roofing System Limited Warranty for complete coverage and restrictions. Visit gaf.com/LRS for qualifying GAF products. For installation not eligible for the GAF Roofing System Limited Warranty, see the GAF Shingle & Accessory Limited Warranty.
WeatherBlocker™ Premium Starter Strips Installation — Step-by-step
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Step 1
Separate the strips into half pieces at the perforated line. -
Step 2
Place at the eaves and rakes, leaving a .25” to .75” overhang, sealant facing up, at the edge. -
Step 3
Nail about 1.5” - 3” above the starter strip’s edge and put 4 nails into the strip at about 1.5”, 13.5”, 25.5” and 37.5” across the strip. -
Step 4
Install half pieces vertically up the rake. Overlap the eave edge starter strip at least 3” with the sealant nearest the edge. -
Half Strip
For shingles with an exposure less than 6” use a half 8.5” strip by tearing on the perforation line. -
Full Strip
For shingles with an exposure of 6” or greater use a full 17” strip. Do not separate the strips.
Rooftop accessories
Specialty roofing accessories designed to enhance the performance of your roofing system.
