Certainteed Landmark Shingles
Certainteed’s Landmark series of asphalt shingles is a popular choice for both homeowners and contractors, offering a classic, wood-shake aesthetic with modern durability. As one of the heaviest shingles on the market, Landmark shingles provide customers with the assurance of exceptional density, translating to trusted durability and longevity. Within the Landmark series, you’ll find three primary options: Landmark, Landmark Pro, and Landmark Premium. Understanding the nuances between these shingles can help you make an informed decision for your roofing project.
Landmark
- Per Sq Weight: 217 to 229 lbs
- Design: Architectural, Dimensional, Multi-layered with a tough fiberglass base and a protective outer layer.
- Density: Known for its high density compared to standard shingle counterparts.
- Performance:
- Class A Fire Rating: Meets the highest fire safety standards.
- Impact Resistance: Provides good protection against hail and other impacts.
- Wind Resistance: Designed to withstand high winds, offering peace of mind in stormy weather, tested to withstand winds up to 110 mph.
- Algae Resistance: Incorporates StreakFighter® technology to help prevent unsightly black streaks caused by algae growth.
- Warranty: Lifetime limited, transferable warranty to the consumer against manufacturing defects.
Landmark Pro
- Per Sq Weight: 234 to 240 lbs
- Density: Class 3 Impact Rated
- Performance:
- Class A Fire Rating: Meets the highest fire safety standards.
- Impact Resistance: Provides good protection against hail and other impacts.
- Wind Resistance: Designed to withstand high winds, offering peace of mind in stormy weather, tested to withstand winds up to 110 mph.
- Algae Resistance: Incorporates StreakFighter® technology to help prevent unsightly black streaks caused by algae growth.
- Warranty:
- Lifetime limited, transferable warranty to the consumer against manufacturing defects.
- Up to 10 years of SureStart™ Protection.
- SureStart typically covers both materials and labor costs within the specified timeframe (usually the first 10 years after installation). This means if your shingles fail due to a manufacturing defect within those first 10 years, Certainteed will not only provide replacement shingles but will also cover the cost of the labor involved in removing the defective shingles and installing the new ones.
Landmark Premium
- Per Sq Weight: 290-300 lbs
- Density: Class 3 Impact Rated
- Performance:
- Class A Fire Rating: Meets the highest fire safety standards.
- Impact Resistance: Provides good protection against hail and other impacts.
- Wind Resistance: Designed to withstand high winds, offering peace of mind in stormy weather, tested to withstand winds up to 110 mph.
- Algae Resistance: Provides enhanced algae resistance with a longer warranty against algae growth compared to the standard Landmark.
- Warranty:
- Lifetime limited, transferable warranty to the consumer against manufacturing defects.
- Up to 10 years of SureStart™ Protection.
- SureStart typically covers both materials and labor costs within the specified timeframe (usually the first 10 years after installation). This means if your shingles fail due to a manufacturing defect within those first 10 years, Certainteed will not only provide replacement shingles but will also cover the cost of the labor involved in removing the defective shingles and installing the new ones.
Our Take
While Landmark Premium offers the highest level of performance, we find that most customers opt for the Standard Landmark or Landmark Pro options due to their excellent value. However, Landmark Premium remains a suitable choice for customers seeking the utmost durability and peace of mind.
For maximum value, we recommend the Certainteed Landmark Pro Shingle. The 10-year SureStart Protection, covering both materials and labor, provides valuable peace of mind. Furthermore, customers can often take advantage of extended labor warranties (up to 20 or even 50 years) offered by Certainteed Credentialed Roofing Contractors through their 3-star or 4-star warranty programs.