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Resources for homeowners

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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.
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What to do if your roof requires storm restoration?

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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
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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
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Get professional help from a GAF certified contractor

Es una buena idea que un profesional revise tu techo después de una tormenta, para ayudarte a determinar si se necesitan reparaciones o un reemplazo completo. GAF is North America’s largest roofing manufacturer, and contractors we certify1 are trusted to offer our strongest warranties.
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1Los contratistas inscritos en los programas de certificación de GAF no son empleados ni agentes de GAF, y GAF no controla ni supervisa de otro modo estas empresas independientes. Los contratistas pueden recibir beneficios, como puntos y descuentos de recompensa por lealtad en herramientas de comercialización de GAF por participar en el programa y ofrecer a GAF garantías mejoradas, que requieren el uso de una cantidad mínima de productos de GAF. Tus tratos con un contratista, y cualquier servicio que te proporcionen, están sujetos a los términos de uso del contratista. Visita gaf.com/gaf-contractor-terms-of-use para conocer los detalles. Verifica siempre que tu contratista esté certificado por GAF visitando el sitio 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.
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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.
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2 Se aplican criterios de elegibilidad, términos y restricciones. Consulta la norma actual FORTIFIED Home™ disponible en fortifiedhome.org para conocer los detalles. Solo en EE. UU.
3 Insurance discounts, grants, and other incentives are not guaranteed and may vary, if available. Para más información, visita fortifiedhome.org/incentives.
4 FORTIFIED™ certified is a program of IBHS. Se aplican requisitos, términos y restricciones de elegibilidad. Para más detalles, visita fortifiedhome.org/how-to-become-fortified-certified. Verifica siempre que tu contratista cuente con la certificación FORTIFIED™ otorgada por IBHS, ingresando a fortifiedproviders.com.
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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
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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 no ofrece ninguna garantía expresa o implícita sobre el desempeño de este producto ante impactos de granizo.
6Los descuentos en seguros no están garantizados. Si están disponibles, los descuentos varían según el estado y la compañía aseguradora. Consulta con tu agente de seguros antes de instalar un techo nuevo.

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.
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Our commitment to storm recovery in homes and local communities

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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.
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Our commitment to community through storm restoration

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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
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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
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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