Architectural asphalt shingle roof installed by CR Custom Exteriors in Colorado
Owens Corning Preferred

Shingle Brands We Install: Owens Corning First, Every Major Brand Available

An Owens Corning Preferred Contractor that also installs GAF, IKO, Malarkey and CertainTeed shingles — so you get the right shingle for your home, your hail zone and your insurance claim.

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Locally Licensed & Fully Insured
Owens Corning Preferred Contractor
Free Inspection & Written Estimate
OC Preferred Owens Corning Preferred Contractor
Class 4 Options UL 2218 impact-rated lines from every brand
5 Major Brands Owens Corning, GAF, IKO, Malarkey, CertainTeed
Certified Installer Base manufacturer certifications held

Which Shingle Brands Does CR Custom Exteriors Install?

Quick answer

CR Custom Exteriors is an Owens Corning Preferred Contractor, and Owens Corning Duration® and Duration STORM® are our preferred shingles. We also hold base installer certifications with GAF, IKO and Malarkey, and install CertainTeed, so we can match an existing roof, meet an insurance scope, or quote the brand you already have in mind.

Most roofers on the Front Range sell one brand. That works until your adjuster writes up a GAF roof, your HOA requires a specific color line, or you simply want to compare. We built our shingle program differently: one preferred system we know inside and out, plus every major brand installed to its manufacturer's specification.

Why Owens Corning is our preferred shingle

As an Owens Corning Preferred Contractor, we're part of a network Owens Corning selects based on licensing, insurance, reputation and installation standards. That status gives our customers access to enhanced Owens Corning roofing-system warranty options that non-network roofers can't offer. Duration® shingles use patented SureNail® Technology — a reinforced nailing zone built for high-wind hold — and Duration STORM® meets UL 2218 Class 4, the highest impact rating for Colorado hail. When a homeowner asks us what we'd put on our own house, this is the answer.

Other shingle brands we install

  • GAF — Timberline HDZ® with LayerLock™ nailing, and Timberline AS II, GAF's SBS-modified Class 4 impact-resistant shingle.
  • IKO — Dynasty® with the ArmourZone® reinforced nailing strip, and IKO Nordic™, a Class 4 impact-rated shingle.
  • Malarkey — Legacy®, a Class 4 SBS-modified shingle made with recycled rubber and plastics, popular in Colorado hail country.
  • CertainTeed — Landmark® and Landmark ClimateFlex®, CertainTeed's Class 4 impact-resistant option.

Need a brand not listed here, like Atlas or TAMKO? Ask — we can usually source and install it.

How we help you choose

We don't push a brand for margin. During your free inspection we look at your existing roof, your neighborhood's hail history, HOA rules and your insurance scope, then give you a written, line-item estimate that names the exact shingle line and color. If Owens Corning isn't the best fit, we'll tell you — and quote the one that is.

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Colorado Shingle Brand Comparison

Every brand below makes a Class 4 impact-rated shingle, which can qualify for insurance premium discounts with many Colorado insurers. Ask your carrier.

Popular lines we install on Front Range homes
BrandStandard architectural lineClass 4 impact-rated lineOur relationship
Owens Corning PreferredDuration® (SureNail® Technology)Duration STORM®Owens Corning Preferred Contractor
GAFTimberline HDZ®Timberline AS IICertified installer
IKODynasty®, Cambridge®Nordic™Certified installer
MalarkeyVista®, Highlander®Legacy®Certified installer
CertainTeedLandmark®Landmark ClimateFlex®Installed to spec

Product names are trademarks of their respective manufacturers. Warranty coverage varies by product, accessories used and registration; exact terms are listed in your written estimate.

Why One Preferred Brand + Multiple Options Works Better

Deep Expertise in One System

Our crews install Owens Corning every week. That repetition shows up in straight lines, correct nailing and clean flashing details.

Easier Insurance Claims

If your adjuster scopes a specific brand, we can install like-kind-and-quality instead of arguing for a swap.

The Right Class 4 Shingle

Class 4 lines differ in feel, color and price. We show you each one so you choose on facts, not a sales script.

Warranty Protected

Every brand is installed to its manufacturer spec with matching accessories, so its material warranty stays intact.

Match Your Neighborhood

HOA color requirements and a partial replacement that has to blend in are easier when every brand is on the table.

Lifetime Workmanship Warranty

Whatever brand goes on your roof, our Lifetime Workmanship Warranty covers the installation.

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Shingle Brand FAQs

What shingle brands do you install?
We are an Owens Corning Preferred Contractor, and Owens Corning Duration® and Duration STORM® are our preferred shingles. We also install GAF, IKO, Malarkey and CertainTeed shingles, and can source other brands on request.
Why is Owens Corning your preferred shingle?
Owens Corning Preferred Contractor status gives our customers access to enhanced Owens Corning system warranty options, and Duration® shingles with SureNail® Technology plus the Class 4 Duration STORM® are well suited to Front Range wind and hail. Our crews install it every week, which means consistent quality.
Do you install GAF shingles?
Yes. We hold a base GAF installer certification and install Timberline HDZ® and the Class 4 Timberline AS II, following GAF's installation specifications.
Do you install IKO or Malarkey shingles?
Yes. We hold base installer certifications with both. Common choices are IKO Dynasty® and the Class 4 IKO Nordic™, and Malarkey's Class 4 Legacy® shingle.
Which shingle brand is best for Colorado hail?
There's no single best brand. Owens Corning, GAF, IKO, Malarkey and CertainTeed all make UL 2218 Class 4 impact-rated shingles, which offer the most hail resistance in asphalt. We recommend a Class 4 line in high-hail areas and help you compare price, color and warranty.
Can you match my existing roof's shingle brand?
Usually, yes. Because we install every major brand, we can match an existing roof for repairs or additions, or install the brand your insurance adjuster scoped. Discontinued colors can be harder to match — we'll show you the closest options.
Does using a different brand affect my warranty?
Each manufacturer warrants its own shingles when they are installed to its specifications with the recommended accessories. We install every brand that way, and add our Lifetime Workmanship Warranty. Exact warranty terms are listed in your written estimate.
Will insurance pay for this roof type after hail damage?
Most Colorado homeowner policies cover hail as a named peril, and an insurer generally owes like-kind-and-quality replacement. Upgrading to a different or premium material usually means paying the difference, and some Colorado policies carry cosmetic-damage exclusions or ACV terms that affect payout. We document damage with photos for your adjuster and explain the options, but we don't negotiate claims or guarantee approval — check your policy with your insurer.

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