When you hire a roofer, their credentials matter — maybe more than you think. The top credential in the industry is GAF Master Elite®. Fewer than 2% of roofing contractors in the U.S. earn it. Here’s what it means, why it’s so hard to get, and why it matters for homeowners in Middle Tennessee and North Georgia.
Why It Matters Here
Our storm-prone markets attract “storm chasers” — out-of-town crews that blow in after a hailstorm, do quick work, and disappear before problems show up. A Master Elite contractor is the opposite: an established, vetted local company that will still be here to honor your warranty years from now. That peace of mind is the whole point of the credential.
How a Roofer Earns Master Elite®
GAF puts contractors through a strict review of their work and business before granting Master Elite status. To qualify, a roofer must have:
- At least 7 years in business (plus a year in GAF’s certified program)
- 99% customer satisfaction on independent GAF surveys
- $1 million in general liability coverage and valid workers’ comp
- A satisfactory BBB rating
- A good credit rating and clean banking record
- Clean distributor references (they pay their bills)
- No unresolved liens or judgments
- A strong workmanship record
Most contractors can’t meet all of this — which is exactly why fewer than 2% qualify. (Northpoint Roofing is one of them.)
The GAF Golden Pledge® Warranty
Here’s the biggest payoff: only a Master Elite roofer can offer the GAF Golden Pledge® — the strongest warranty in residential roofing. With it, all your roofing materials are GAF, and after your roof is finished, GAF itself comes out to certify the workmanship. The same company that made the materials stands behind the install.
The coverage is serious: a 50-year limited warranty on materials and a 25-year workmanship warranty, including the cost of labor and tear-off for covered issues. That’s protection most contractors simply can’t offer.
Hire a Master Elite® Contractor
The next time you hire a roofer, ask if they’re Master Elite. We are — and we serve Franklin, Kennesaw, and the nearby areas.
Schedule your free inspection or call 678-345-1711 today.
