Maybe you have seen one or two companies advertise themselves as a GAF Master Elite Contractor and wondered about the difference. Why would you choose a GAF Master Elite Contractor over a regular roofing contractor? Since roofing the home costs a national average of $8,000, you want to hire a qualified expert. Many roofing companies try to pass themselves off as “experts,” and worse, some may have never gone up on a roof in their life. Don’t leave the roofing to just anyone.
GAF Master Elite Contractor: Most Accomplished Contactor in the Business
To receive a GAF Master Elite Contractor Certification, you must meet the following requirements:
- A bare minimum of seven years experience as a licensed roofer
- Positive image in general from clients in the community
- Must possess credible workers’ compensation and liability
- Must possess original municipal and state permits to do business
You must participate in regular training to maintain your GAF Master Elite Certification. This education ensures that you continually possess the latest knowledge of industry advancements that will lead to top-of-line roofing standards. Don’t confuse GAF Master Elite Contractors for GAF certified either since they belong to different categories. Across the United States, only three percent of all roofers carry a GAF Master Elite Certification. It’s very hard to get, and when you can find a roofer who has it, they’re worth the money if you want the job done right the first time.
To give you an idea, only two solar companies (out of 370) in the entire state of New Jersey possess the GAF Master Elite Certification. Now, this is talking about solar companies, and regular roofing companies might still possess it, but we just wanted to highlight how hard it can be to get that certification. You need to give the best services possible every time if you want that certification as an NJ roofing contractor.
Strong Warranty
Roofers who want the certification must have an A+ BBB rating. They receive that through outstanding service in the state. You must possess a near-spotless reputation, and to do that, you need a good warranty. They offer the best warranty in the industry. When it comes to roofing, costly mistakes happen, but a GAF Master Elite Contractor will back their work with a sound warranty to prevent financial consequences to the homeowner.
Their warranty will cover everything against any and all manufacturing faults for up to 25 years, known as the Gold Pledge Warranty. They might offer a mid-tier Silver Pledge warranty as well where they will handle any issues related to the manufacturer. A Silver Pledge gives you a 10-year warranty on your roof. They will cover the cost of demolition and disposal. You could sum up hiring a GAF Master Elite Contractor as receiving a higher standard of service.
Using GAF Materials
Roofers in NJ that have a GAF Master Elite Certification will use GAF materials, which set the industry standards for roofing materials. The shingles last longer, and you can depend on them. GAF shingles consist of fiberglass reinforced-asphalt that will protect the roof from a variety of weather conditions with three to five layers of protection.
Even a great roofing contractor that uses substandard materials will still lead to poor results. Due to the composition of GAF shingles, they can reflect the sunlight better to prevent excessive heat in the summer months.
Peace of Mind: Professional Installation and Repair
Getting a GAF Master Elite Contractor Certification requires that you continue to uphold the highest standards of the industry. You must demonstrate that you maintain the highest standards ongoingly, and you continue your education so that you can roof with the best industry standards. By hiring a GAF Master Elite Contractor as a homeowner, you lower the risk that you would receive a shoddy roofing job. It’s impossible to pretend to be a roofer when you have this certification. It proves that you know what you’re doing.
To show the level of satisfaction from these contractors, when looking at over 28,000 property owners surveyed, 93 percent of them said that they would recommend a GAF Master Elite Contractor to a friend or family member. Putting that into perspective, over 26,040 homeowners, of the 28,000 surveyed, said that they would recommend this type of contractor. When you reroof a home, it gives you the safest option to ensure a good ROI.
Proper Insurance and Liability
The roofing industry poses many dangers, and you must hire a contractor with the proper insurance and liability—don’t even think about hiring someone without it! Otherwise, if they make a costly mistake or get hurt, the responsibility to cover it falls on you. Of the top 10 riskiest jobs, roofing ranks as the sixth most dangerous job. You want a roofer who carries insurance and liability to protect yourself. Get copies of the insurance certificate upfront and verify its validity.
Conclusion
If you’d like to learn more about GAF Master Elite Contractors, contact RGB Construction. As a proudly GAF Certified Roofing Contractor, you can trust in the quality of our workmanship better than the average roofing company. We’re also a veteran-owned company that works with a small team of trusted local builders to provide the best in services to our customers. At RGB Construction, excellence isn’t just a goal, we make it the standard, and working as GAF Master Elite Contractors, we think that certification speaks for itself. Call us now at 856-264-9093.
