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GAF-Elk Warranty Comparison Guide |
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Material Defect Coverage*
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| 100%
coverage period |
3, 5,
or 10 yrs.
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| Covers
roofing system? |
No (Just
Shingles)
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Yes (Entire
System)
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Yes (Entire
System)
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| Cost of
installation labor included? |
3, 5,
or 10 yrs.
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25 yrs.
to Lifetime
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25 yrs. to Lifetime
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Workmanship Coverage*
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| 100%
coverage period |
None
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None
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20 yrs.
(provided by GAF-Elk) |
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Misapplication of flashings covered? |
No
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No
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20 yrs.
(provided by GAF-Elk) |
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Installer certified? |
No
(Anyone can install) |
Yes
(Only GAF-Elk Certified™ or Master Elite® Contractors can install) |
Yes
(Only GAF-Elk Master Elite® Contractors can install) |
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| Tear-off
costs included? (when required) |
No
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Yes
(For material defects only) |
Yes
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| Disposal
costs included? (when required) |
No
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No
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Yes
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Exclusive 40-point factory inspection? |
No
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No
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Yes
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Peace of Mind
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"Maximum" wind coverage up to 130 mph Category 3
hurricane wind speed available? |
No
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Yes
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Yes
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| Warranty
transferable? |
Yes
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Yes
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Yes
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| Free
transfer? |
Yes
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Yes
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Yes
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Yes
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Yes
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Yes
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* Review ltd. warranties for complete coverage
and restrictions. Also note:
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