Types of Roof Shingles: Complete Comparison Guide

Premium Architectural Roof Shingles

We partner with the industry’s most trusted manufacturers to offer a curated selection of high-performance architectural shingles. Each product line offers unique benefits while maintaining the superior protection and aesthetics architectural shingles are known for.

Our goal is to find the best solution for your needs. So hey, we’re flexible! If you have something else in mind, don’t worry. We’re experts in a wide range of quality roofing brands and can easily tailor our approach to fit your unique needs and tastes. These are just the shingles that we install the most of each year. Your dream roof is just a conversation away.

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Certainteed

GAF Timberline® Series

The GAF Timberline® series is America’s #1 selling shingle line, featuring:

  • Timberline HDZ®: Dimensional appearance with LayerLock™ technology for StrikeZone™ protection
  • Timberline AH®: Enhanced algae resistance with 25-year StainGuard Plus™ protection
  • Timberline CS®: Class 4 impact resistance for maximum protection in hail-prone areas

Our most popular colors in this line include Weathered Wood, Charcoal, and Slate.

GAF Timberline HDZ shingle in the color Weathered Wood
GAF Timberline HDZ Charcoal roof shingle. Roofing material option.
GAF Timberline HDZ shingle in the color Slate

More Timberline HDZ Colors

GAF Timberline HDZ shingle in the color Weathered Wood
GAF Timberline HDZ shingle in the color Slate
GAF Timberline HDZ roof shingles in Hickory. Roofing material option.
GAF Timberline HDZ Golden Harvest roof shingle option. Asphalt roofing material with a golden brown color.
GAF Timberline HDZ Fox Hollow Gray roof shingles. Roofing material texture.
GAF Timberline HDZ Charcoal roof shingle. Roofing material option.
GAF Timberline HDZ roof shingles in Cedar Falls color. Roofing material texture.
GAF Timberline HDZ Birchwood roof shingle. Roofing option with architectural style and gray color.
GAF Timberline HDZ Barkwood roof shingle. Roofing material texture.
GAF Timberline HDZ Appalachian Sky roof shingle option. Asphalt roofing material.
GAF Timberline HDZ roof shingles in Hickory. Roofing material option.

Owens Corning TruDefinition® Duration® Series

The Owens Corning TruDefinition® Duration® series combines striking aesthetics with patented performance features:

  • Duration®: Patented SureNail® Technology with triple layer protection and 130 mph wind warranty
  • Duration STORM®: Class 4 impact resistance with enhanced SureNail® Technology
  • Duration COOL: Solar-reflecting granules that help reduce cooling costs in warm climates
  • Duration FLEX®: Advanced flexibility and SureNail® for superior installation in cold weather

Customer favorites include Onyx Black, Driftwood, and Estate Gray, which provide excellent curb appeal across diverse architectural styles.

TruDefinition Duration Colors

Slatestone Gray TruDefinition Duration roof shingle option.

CertainTeed Landmark® Series

CertainTeed’s Landmark® series represents the gold standard in architectural shingles with superior durability and dimensional appearance:

  • Landmark®: Classic architectural styling with dual-layer construction and 130 mph wind resistance
  • Landmark Pro®: Enhanced weight and thickness with upgraded warranty protection
  • Landmark Premium®: Maximum dimensionality with the thickest construction in the Landmark line
  • Landmark ClimateFlex®: Class 4 impact resistance ideal for extreme weather conditions

Most requested colors include Georgetown Gray, Weathered Wood, and Colonial Slate, which provide excellent complementary options for a wide range of exterior color schemes.

Landmark Pro Colors

Key Benefits of Architectural Shingles

  • Enhanced curb appeal with dimensional appearance
  • Superior durability and wind resistance
  • Extended lifespan compared to traditional options
  • Excellent warranty protection

Our Instalation Process

FAQs

Yes, each manufacturer provides different warranty options. RoofAdvisor also offers, our own labor warranties to keep or home protected. We’ll help you understand each warranty’s details so you can make the right choice for your home.

You can check out more about warranty coverage by going to our warranty page!

Think of your roof as a long-term investment. This investment is the first line of protection your home has.

These manufacturers use top-grade materials and advanced engineering that often last 25-30 years or more. Lower-priced alternatives might save money now but could need replacement much sooner. Plus, these brands’ warranties and proven track records give you real peace of mind. When you factor in longevity and protection, the value becomes clear.

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Home repair: Roofer using caulk gun on shingle roof. Professional home maintenance and repair services.
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Aerial view of a home with a driveway, cars, landscaping, and a patio with outdoor furniture.

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