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      WeatherBlocker™ Premium Starter Strip Shingles Specs

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      Why WeatherBlocker™ Premium Starter Strip Shingles?

      Don’t overlook the importance of pre-cut starter strips in a quality roofing system. WeatherBlocker™ Premium Starter Strip Shingles have factory applied, properly positioned Dura Grip™ Adhesive which helps lock down shingle edges at the eaves and rakes to reduce the risk of shingle blow-offs. They provide about 42% more coverage per bundle than our 3-tab shingles. Plus, they’re compatible with all GAF shingles, ensuring seamless integration. Installers like that the easy-to-use perforated design allows each piece to be separated into half pieces without cutting, creating straighter roof edges.

      WeatherBlocker™ Premium Starter Strips are a standout.

      Choose WeatherBlocker™ Premium Starter Strips as part of your GAF roofing system.

      COST EFFECTIVE

      Cost-effective alternative to using cut-up 3 tab strip shingles as your starter course

      EXCELLENT PERFORMANCE

      Dura Grip™ Adhesive helps lock down the shingle edges at the eaves and rakes to reduce the risk of shingle blow-off

      COMPATIBILITY

      Specifically designed to be compatible with all GAF asphalt shingles

      WeatherBlocker™ Premium Starter Strips Installation — Step-by-step

      GAF contractor on roof separating WeatherBlocker starter strip shingles on perforated line
      Step 1

      Separate the strips into half pieces at the perforated line.

      Contractor on roof placing GAF premium starter shingles on eave
      Step 2

      Place at the eaves and rakes, leaving a .25” to .75” overhang, sealant facing up, at the edge.

      GAF certified contractor nailing premium starter strip into place on roof
      Step 3

      Nail about 1.5” - 3” above the starter strip’s edge and put 4 nails into the strip at about 1.5”, 13.5”, 25.5” and 37.5” across the strip.

      Roofing contractor installing WeatherBlocker premium starter strip shingles on rake
      Step 4

      Install half pieces vertically up the rake. Overlap the eave edge starter strip at least 3” with the sealant nearest the edge.

      WeatherBlocker starter shingles can be used with 3-tab or architectural shingles
      Half Strip

      For shingles with an exposure less than 6” use a half 8.5” strip by tearing on the perforation line.

      WeatherBlocker premium shingles are designed to be compatible with GAF designer shingles
      Full Strip

      For shingles with an exposure of 6” or greater use a full 17” strip. Do not separate the strips.

      Seal the Deal with WeatherBlocker™

      WeatherBlocker™ Premium Starter Strip Shingles are eligible for a Lifetime Limited Warranty when installed with GAF Lifetime shingles and at least two additional qualifying GAF accessories✝.
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      GAF Lifetime Limited Warranty

      GAF Limited Warranty Options

      Customers tell us the most confusing part of buying a roof is choosing the warranty. So here’s a quick overview of some of the warranties available✝.

      GAF Limited Warranty Options | GAF Roofing

      ✝See pertinent limited warranty for complete coverage and restrictions. Lifetime refers to the length of warranty coverage provided and means as long as the original individual owner(s) of a single-family detached residence [or eligible second owner(s)] owns the property where the qualifying GAF products are installed. For other owners/structures, Lifetime coverage is not applicable. Lifetime coverage on shingles requires use of GAF Lifetime shingles only. Lifetime coverage on shingles and accessories requires use of any GAF Lifetime Shingle and at least 3 qualifying GAF accessories. Visit gaf.com/LRS for qualifying GAF products.
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