Why We Chose GAF Timberline HDZ
After 30+ years of roofing on the Gulf Coast, Jason Taylor has installed just about every shingle brand on the market. We standardized on GAF Timberline HDZ for three reasons:
1. 150 MPH Wind Warranty
The HDZ features GAF's LayerLock technology, which bonds each shingle to the one below it. Paired with our 6-nail install and full GAF accessory system, it is built to a 150-mph wind rating — and on our full GAF Lifetime Roofing System we register a GAF WindProven limited wind warranty, which carries no maximum wind speed limitation.
In Florida hurricane country, that warranty matters more than in most other states.
2. StainGuard Plus Algae Protection
Florida's heat and humidity are perfect for blue-green algae growth — those ugly dark streaks you see on older roofs. The HDZ includes StainGuard Plus, which prevents algae growth for 25 years.
3. Dimensional Look at a Smart Price
Timberline HDZ is an architectural shingle, meaning it has the layered, dimensional look of much more expensive materials. It's the most popular residential shingle in America for a reason — it looks premium without the premium price tag.
HDZ vs. Budget 3-Tab Shingles
Many builders and budget roofers use 3-tab shingles to keep costs low. Here's the comparison:
The price difference on a typical Navarre-area home is $800-1,500 — a fraction of the total roof cost, and easily recouped through longer life and better storm performance.
Real Performance After Hurricane Sally
After Hurricane Sally hit Navarre and Gulf Breeze in 2020, we inspected hundreds of roofs. HDZ shingles with our 6-nail installation had virtually zero shingle loss — even on beachfront properties with direct wind exposure.
Budget shingles on the same street? Missing in patches across entire roof faces.
The Bottom Line
We could offer cheaper shingles and undercut competitors on price. We choose not to. The HDZ is the best-performing residential shingle we've ever installed, and we stand behind every one with our 10-year workmanship warranty.
Weighing shingle against metal? See our metal vs. shingle comparison and the full Florida roofing materials guide. Get a quote with GAF Timberline HDZ included — call (850) 220-3965 or use our 30-second satellite estimator.
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