5 Best GAF Shingles to Consider for 2024

For over 130 years, GAF has revolutionized the roofing industry with their high-quality, durable, and innovative designs. Whether you’re building a new home or replacing an existing roof, choosing the right shingles for your home is incredibly important. GAF Shingles not only add curb appeal to your home, but also protect it against rain, wind, snow, hail, and unwanted critters. 

As we move into 2024, let’s explore the best GAF shingles that homeowners should consider for their next roofing project. 

1) Timberline HDZ Shingles

 Timberline HDZ shingles are America’s best-selling shingle for a reason. They not only offer a genuine wood-shake look, but also come with a variety of advanced technologies that make them incredibly durable. Features like LayerLock and StainGuard Plus technology offer advanced protection and will make them outlast the competition. Plus, with a 15-year WindProven limited warranty and GAF’s 25-year StainGuard Plus Algae Protection, Timberline HDZ Shingles are a true no-brainer. 

Why Choose Timberline HDZ?

• Advanced Protection: LayerLock technology ensures better shingle adhesion. Plus, a 15-year WindProven limited warranty with no maximum wind speed limitation protects your investment.
• Timeless Beauty: With its genuine wood-shake look, Timberline HDZ offers a classic look that enhances the curb appeal of your home.
• StainGuard Plus: Helps protect against blue-green algae, ensuring your roof stays looking better for longer. StainGuard Plus is so powerful that GAF offers a 25-year limited warranty against blue-green algae discoloration.
• Dura Grip Adhesive: Helps reduce the risk of your shingles blowing off in high winds.
• StrikeZone Nailing Area: Provides up to 99.9% nailing accuracy. In fact, it’s so easy to hit that a roofer placed 999 out of 1,000 nails correctly in a test done by GAF.
• High Definition Shadow Band: Provides your roof with exceptional depth and added dimension for a beautiful, stylish look 

Color Options:

• Hunter Green
• Biscayne Blue
• Copper Canyon
• Patriot Red

2) Timberline UHDZ Shingles

 Timberline UHDZ shingles are high-quality, premium laminate shingles that are known for their advanced durability and aesthetic appeal. Designed to withstand extreme weather conditions, these shingles combine an amazing look with some of the strongest warranties in the business. 

Why Choose Timberline UHDZ?

• Stunning Look: With its ultra high definition design, these shingles create a striking visual impact, giving your home a luxurious appearance.
• Dual Shadow Line And Beautiful Color Blends: Advanced granule technology and unique color blends help your roof look its best from any angle and any time of the day.
• StainGuard Plus Pro: Protects your roof from blue-green algae discoloration and includes 10% more GAF time-release algae-fighting technology than standard StainGuard Plus shingles.
• Dura Grip Adhesive: Helps protect your roof from winds and wind-driven rain.
• StrikeZone Nailing Area: Provides up to 99.9% nailing accuracy. In fact, it’s so easy to hit that a roofer placed 999 out of 1,000 nails correctly in a test done by GAF.

Color Options:

• Weathered Wood
• Barkwood
• Charcoal
• Slate

3) Timberline NS Shingles

 GAF Timberline NS Shingles offer a stylish look without breaking the bank. They provide excellent performance and a natural shadow effect that creates a subtle, upscale, even-toned, architectural look that will increase the resale value of your home at a price that you can afford. 

Why Choose Timberline NS?

• Cost Effective: Timberline NS Shingles are practically-priced and offer a classic look without breaking your budget.
• Classic Appearance: Classic shadow effect provides your home with a subtle, even-toned look.
• StainGuard Algae Protection: Protects your roof against unsightly blue-green algae and includes a 10-year limited warranty for discoloration. 
• Dura Grip Adhesive: Helps protect your roof from winds and wind-driven rain.

Color Options:

• Weathered Wood
• Charcoal
• Hickory
• Slate

4) Grand Sequoia Shingles

 Grand Sequoia shingles feature a sophisticated design that allows your home to blend in and become an integral part of the beauty surrounding it. With a custom color palette and artisan-crafted design, Grand Sequoia Shingles will increase the curb appeal of your home and provide a luxurious look at a fraction of the cost of traditional slate or wood shakes. 

Why Choose Grand Sequoia?

• Bold and Distinctive Appearance: Artisan-crafted shapes and oversized tabs provide a distinctive look that’s luxurious yet affordable.
• Custom Color Palette: Unique color palette highlights your shingle’s natural appeal.
• StainGuard Plus: GAF time-release algae-fighting technology protects your home from unwanted blue-green algae. Includes 25-year warranty against blue-green algae discoloration.
• Dura Grip Adhesive: Protects your roof from winds and wind-driven rain.

Color Options:

• Weathered Wood
• Mesa Brown
• Charcoal
• Autumn Brown

5) Camelot II Shingles

 Camelot II shingles offer a classic, artisan-crafted look that adds a touch of sophistication to your home without breaking your budget. Camelot II Shingles are incredibly durable, too thanks to their Advanced Protection Shingle technology.

Why Choose Camelot II?

• Elegant Design: Artisan-crafted, slate-like shape and custom color palette give your home the look and feel of European architecture.
• Affordable Luxury: Provides an elegant look at only a fraction of the cost of traditional slate or wood shakes.
• StainGuard Plus: Protects your home against blue-green algae so your roof looks better for longer. StainGuard Plus is so powerful that GAF offers a 25-year limited warranty against blue-green algae discoloration.
• Dura Grip Adhesive: Helps protect your roof from winds and wind-driven rain.

Color Options:

• Barkwood
• Royal Slate
• Weathered Timber
• Antique Slate

Choosing the Right Shingle for Your Project

Choosing the right shingles for your roofing project is a decision that will impact the look, durability, and value of your home for years to come. GAF offers a wide range of high-quality shingles that look good and will protect your home from rain, wind, hail, snow, and unwanted pests.

Remember, investing in a high-quality roof is not just about aesthetics—it’s about protecting your home and ensuring its longevity. With GAF shingles, you can rest easy knowing you are getting a product that combines durability, performance, and style at a price point that’s hard to beat.
Your home deserves nothing but the best, and with GAF, you’re not just  choosing a roof, but an investment in quality and peace of mind that will last a lifetime. For more information on GAF shingles or if you’re ready to explore roofing options, reach out to us at Kenneth Daniel Roofing.