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GAF Timberline HDZ Shingles in Wilmington, NC

Explore the full current GAF Timberline HDZ color range and GAF's warranty coverage options right here, using GAF's own tools for their certified contractors. Find the look you want, then we bring real samples to your free estimate. Installed by a GAF-certified, veteran-led Wilmington crew.

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What We Do

Shingle Roofing Options

Architectural Shingles

GAF Timberline HDZ, the most popular coastal choice, with a dimensional look and strong wind rating.

3-Tab Shingles

A flatter, single-layer profile and the most budget-friendly asphalt option, with a shorter lifespan and lower wind rating than architectural.

Impact-Resistant

Class 4 shingles that resist hail and debris and can lower your insurance premium.

GAF-Certified Install

As a GAF-certified installer we install to GAF spec and can register enhanced warranties most contractors cannot.

Pick Your Color

Explore GAF Timberline HDZ Color Options

Browse the full current GAF Timberline HDZ palette in GAF's own color tool. Find a shade you like, then we bring real samples to your free estimate so you can see it on your home before you decide.

Color tool provided by GAF. On-screen colors are a guide, actual shingle color may vary.

Warranty Coverage

GAF Warranty Coverage Options

As a GAF-certified installer, we can register enhanced GAF warranty coverage that most contractors cannot offer. Review the current GAF limited warranty options below.

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How It Works

Our Process

Four steps from first call to finished work. No surprises, no hidden costs.

01

Color and Shingle Selection

Choose from the full GAF Timberline HDZ color palette above, plus grade options including impact-resistant.

02

Tear-Off and Prep

Old material removed, deck inspected, and synthetic underlayment installed.

03

Certified Spec Install

Starter course, six-nail pattern, and ridge ventilation installed to GAF spec to earn the enhanced warranty.

04

Cleanup and Warranty

Magnetic nail sweep, haul-off, and your GAF warranty registered with paperwork handed over.

★★★★★
"New GAF roof looks fantastic and the crew was clean and fast. Two days start to finish."
Linda - Wilmington, NC
The Full Job

What's Included In Every Shingle Roof

No shortcuts and no surprise add-ons. Every Howard Roofing shingle install covers the same complete scope, whether it's a small repair section or a full tear-off.

Full Tear-Off & Disposal

Every layer of old shingles, felt, and nails removed down to the deck and hauled off site the same day.

Decking Inspection & Repair

Plywood decking checked for rot or soft spots and any damaged sections replaced before anything new goes down.

Synthetic Underlayment

A synthetic, UV- and moisture-resistant underlayment plus ice-and-water shield membrane at valleys, eaves, and every penetration point.

GAF-Spec Starter & Six-Nail Installation

Correct starter strip placement and a six-nail pattern per shingle, exactly as GAF requires to keep the enhanced warranty valid.

New Flashing & Ventilation to Spec

Flashing replaced at every chimney, valley, and wall intersection, plus ridge cap and attic ventilation installed to GAF's requirements.

Cleanup & Enhanced Warranty Filed

Magnetic nail sweep, full site cleanup, and your enhanced GAF warranty paperwork filed and handed over at the final walkthrough.

Why Choose Howard

Why Homeowners Choose Howard For Shingle Roofing

A shingle roof is only as good as the installation behind it. Here is what backs up the work.

Veteran-Led & Family-Owned

Founded in 2016 by a father-and-son team, with a U.S. Marine Corps veteran leading the crew on every job.

Fully Insured

Every install is performed by our own insured crew, no subcontracted strangers on your roof.

GAF, CertainTeed & FORTIFIED Certified

A GAF-certified installer, CertainTeed SELECT ShingleMaster, and FORTIFIED-credentialed contractor, trained specifically for coastal hurricane wind zones.

Warranty-Backed Work

GAF manufacturer warranties registered on qualifying installs, plus our own workmanship warranty on the labor.

GAF and CertainTeed FORTIFIED roof certification badges Wilmington NC

Fully Insured - General Liability & Workers Compensation

Built for the Coast

Why Shingle Selection Matters Here

Not every shingle sold at a big-box store is rated for Wilmington's wind exposure. We default to GAF Timberline HDZ architectural shingles because, installed to spec, they carry up to a 130 MPH wind warranty, and we offer Class 4 impact-resistant shingles for homeowners who want the added hail and debris protection.

The installation matters as much as the shingle. Correct starter course placement, a six-nail pattern instead of the faster four-nail shortcut, and proper ridge and soffit ventilation are what actually earn the manufacturer's full wind warranty, not just the shingle brand printed on the wrapper.

Completed shingle roof replacement in Porters Neck NC
The Difference Certification Makes

Why GAF Certification Matters to You

Anyone can buy GAF shingles at a supply house. Certification is GAF's own quality check on the installer, not the material. It means we have been vetted on installation practices and authorized to register enhanced warranty coverage that an uncertified crew cannot offer.

In practice, that comes down to the details that don't show from the curb: the exact nailing pattern, correct starter strip placement, and proper ridge ventilation. Skip any one of those and a homeowner can find out the hard way, when a warranty claim gets denied over an installation defect rather than a material defect.

Howard Roofing service truck at a GAF shingle roofing job in Wilmington NC
Shingle Roofing FAQ

Common Questions

What's the difference between architectural and 3-tab shingles?+
Architectural shingles like GAF Timberline HDZ are thicker, multi-layered, and have a dimensional, shadow-line look, with a stronger wind rating and a longer lifespan. 3-tab shingles are a single flat layer, lighter, and more budget-friendly, but they carry a lower wind rating and shorter lifespan. Most Wilmington homes we work on choose architectural for the coastal wind exposure.
What is the Timberline HDZ shingle line?+
Timberline HDZ is GAF's flagship architectural shingle and the most-installed shingle line in North America. It combines a dimensional, shadow-line look with strong wind performance, which is why it is our default recommendation for Wilmington homes.
What does GAF certification mean for me as a homeowner?+
It means GAF has vetted and authorized us to register enhanced manufacturer warranties that most roofers cannot offer, and that our crew is trained specifically on GAF's installation requirements. In practice, it is the difference between a roof that just looks installed and one that is installed correctly enough to keep the warranty valid.
Why does GAF certification matter versus an uncertified installer?+
An uncertified installer can still buy and install GAF shingles, but they cannot register the enhanced warranty coverage, and GAF has not vetted their installation practices. If the workmanship falls short of spec, on nailing pattern or ventilation, you may find that out only when you file a claim. Certification is GAF's own quality check on the installer, not just the material.
What installation requirements does GAF require to keep the warranty valid?+
GAF specifies exact requirements for starter strip placement, nailing pattern, ridge cap installation, and attic ventilation. Skip any one of these and the enhanced warranty is not valid, even if the roof looks fine from the curb. We install to that spec on every job, which is what lets us register the enhanced coverage.
What does a Class 4 impact rating mean?+
Class 4 is the highest impact-resistance rating a shingle can carry, tested against hail and wind-driven debris. It can lower your insurance premium in some cases, and it holds up better through coastal storms. We will tell you honestly whether it fits your budget and situation, it is not the right upgrade for every roof.
How long do shingle roofs last?+
GAF Timberline HDZ architectural shingles last 25 to 30 years and carry a limited lifetime warranty when installed to manufacturer spec. 3-tab shingles typically run shorter, in the 15 to 20 year range.
What color and style options are available?+
We install the full current GAF Timberline HDZ color range, from charcoal and pewter gray to warmer tones like shakewood and hickory. The color chart on this page shows the most popular options, and we bring real samples to your estimate. On a repair we match your existing color as closely as possible; on a full replacement you choose from the complete palette.
What wind rating do shingles carry for coastal North Carolina?+
Installed correctly, GAF Timberline HDZ shingles carry up to a 130 MPH wind warranty, which is why they are the most common choice for homes along the Cape Fear coast.
What warranty comes with a shingle roof?+
GAF Timberline HDZ shingles carry a limited lifetime manufacturer warranty and, installed to spec, up to a 130 MPH wind warranty, on top of our own workmanship warranty on the installation. As a CertainTeed SELECT ShingleMaster and GAF-certified installer, we can register enhanced manufacturer warranty coverage on qualifying installs at no extra cost to you.

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