Owens Corning Total Protection Roofing System: A Superior Alternative for Long Island Homes
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When you invest in a new roof for your Long Island home, you’re not just buying shingles. You’re investing in a complete roofing system designed to work together as an integrated defense against our region’s harsh weather conditions.
The Owens Corning Total Protection Roofing System takes a comprehensive approach to roof protection that goes far beyond what individual components can provide on their own.
County Roofing Systems has installed hundreds of Owens Corning Total Protection Roofing Systems across Nassau County, Suffolk County, and the greater New York City metro area.
As an Owens Corning Platinum Preferred Contractor, we’ve seen firsthand how this system-based approach delivers superior performance compared to mix-and-match installations. Our 35+ years of experience have taught us that when roofing components are engineered to work together, you get better protection, longer life, and greater peace of mind.
What Makes a Total Protection Roofing System Different
Most homeowners think of their roof as just the shingles they can see from the street.
But your roof is actually a complex system of multiple layers and components, each playing a critical role in protecting your home. The Owens Corning Total Protection Roofing System recognizes this reality and provides purpose-built components that work together seamlessly.
The system is built around three core functions: Seal, Defend, and Breathe. These aren’t just marketing concepts. They represent the three critical areas where roofs typically fail, and where the Total Protection System provides integrated protection.
Seal refers to waterproofing protection. Ice dams, wind-driven rain, and moisture infiltration around roof penetrations cause billions of dollars in damage to American homes every year.
Long Island’s winter freeze-thaw cycles make us particularly vulnerable to ice dam formation along roof edges and in valleys. The sealing layer of the Total Protection System includes WeatherLock ice and water barriers, synthetic underlayment products like Titanium UDL, and properly installed starter strips that create a watertight foundation before the first shingle goes down.
Defend addresses the protective layer—primarily your shingles, but also ridge cap shingles and the starter course. Owens Corning Duration shingles with SureNail Technology anchor this defensive layer.
These components face direct assault from sun, wind, rain, snow, and temperature extremes. The Total Protection System ensures these elements are manufactured to complementary specifications and installed according to strict guidelines that maximize their protective capabilities.
Breathe focuses on ventilation. Inadequate attic ventilation is one of the most overlooked causes of premature roof failure.
Trapped heat and moisture in your attic can warp decking, accelerate shingle aging, promote mold growth, increase cooling costs, and void manufacturer warranties. The Total Protection System includes intake vents (typically at soffits or eaves) and exhaust vents (ridge vents or other exhaust solutions) that create balanced airflow. This continuous air circulation removes heat and moisture year-round.
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Components of the Total Protection Roofing System
Understanding what goes into a Total Protection System helps explain why this approach delivers superior results. Here’s what we install on a typical Total Protection roof in Long Island:
Ice and Water Protection
WeatherLock ice and water barriers create a watertight seal in vulnerable areas. We install these self-adhering membranes along roof edges where ice dams form, in valleys where water concentrates, and around penetrations like chimneys and skylights. When ice builds up and melts, or when wind drives rain under shingles, these barriers prevent water from reaching your roof deck and causing interior damage.
Long Island homes need robust ice and water protection. Our nor’easters bring wind-driven rain that can force water up under shingles.
Our winter freeze-thaw cycles create ice dams that back water up under the first several feet of roofing. WeatherLock Flex provides the flexible, self-sealing protection that adapts to these challenging conditions.
Roof Deck Protection and Underlayment
Synthetic underlayment products like Titanium UDL30 or UDL50 go over your entire roof deck before shingles are installed. This creates a secondary waterproof barrier that protects your home during installation and provides backup protection if shingles are ever damaged or blown off.
Traditional felt underlayment absorbed water and deteriorated quickly. Modern synthetic underlayments are waterproof, tear-resistant, and can remain exposed to weather for extended periods during construction. In our unpredictable Long Island climate, this protection is invaluable.
Starter Strip Shingles
Starter strips create the foundation for your first course of shingles along roof edges. They feature a continuous sealant bead that bonds the first row of shingles and prevents wind from getting underneath. This is critical protection against the strong coastal winds common in our area.
Many contractors skip starter strips to save money. This is false economy.
Without proper starter strips, edge shingles are vulnerable to blow-off, and water can be driven up under the roof edge. Every Total Protection System includes Owens Corning starter strips engineered to work with your specific shingles.
Shingles with SureNail Technology
Owens Corning Duration shingles with SureNail Technology form the visible protective layer. SureNail’s woven fabric reinforcement in the nailing zone provides up to 2.5 times better nail pull-through resistance compared to standard shingles. When installed as part of the Total Protection System, Duration shingles carry wind warranties up to 130 mph.
The system approach ensures your shingles are properly supported by quality underlayment, sealed at edges with matching starter strips, and topped with coordinating ridge caps. This integration delivers performance that exceeds what any component achieves alone.
Hip and Ridge Cap Shingles
Ridge cap shingles protect the vulnerable peaks and hips of your roof where two slopes meet. Owens Corning provides color-matched ridge caps that blend seamlessly with your field shingles while delivering enhanced protection to these high-stress areas.
Proper ridge cap installation requires both the right product and correct technique. The Total Protection System specifications ensure installers follow best practices for coverage, exposure, and nailing patterns that maximize both appearance and performance.
Attic Ventilation
Balanced attic ventilation completes the Total Protection System. Intake vents at your soffits or eaves allow cool air to enter the attic.
Exhaust vents at the ridge or other high points let hot air escape. This creates continuous airflow that removes heat and moisture.
VentSure ridge vents provide low-profile exhaust that’s barely visible from the ground while moving high volumes of air. Proper intake ventilation at eaves ensures adequate air supply. When properly balanced, this ventilation system can reduce attic temperatures by 30-40 degrees in summer and eliminate moisture buildup in winter.
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Enhanced Warranty Protection
One of the most valuable benefits of the Owens Corning Total Protection Roofing System is access to enhanced warranty coverage.
Owens Corning offers five different warranty options for their roofing materials, ranging from minimal to maximum coverage, and the Owens Corning Total Protection Roofing System is backed by industry-leading warranties that offer peace of mind to homeowners.
Owens Corning’s limited warranty offers include the System Limited Warranty, System Plus Limited Warranty, Silver Pledge Limited Warranty, Golden Pledge Limited Warranty, and WindProven Limited Wind Warranty, each with different coverage periods and requirements. The Owens Corning Shingle & Accessory Limited Warranty provides coverage for all Owens Corning roofing shingles and qualifying accessories without requiring registration.
Homeowners can achieve enhanced warranty coverage by installing three or more components of the Owens Corning Total Protection Roofing System, and using multiple Owens Corning products qualifies homeowners for the Owens Corning exclusive Lifetime Limited Warranty, which offers non-prorated coverage.
To qualify for enhanced warranties, homeowners must use a Owens Corning-certified contractor and install a minimum number of Owens Corning products, including Owens Corning shingles, according to specific requirements.
The System Plus Limited Warranty extends the Smart Choice Protection Period from 10 years to 50 years and includes tear-off coverage when necessary.
The Silver Pledge Limited Warranty offers 10 years of workmanship coverage for issues caused by improper installation of Owens Corning shingles and flashings, while the Golden Pledge Limited Warranty provides 20, 25, or 30 years of workmanship coverage depending on the type of shingles installed.
The WindProven Limited Wind Warranty offers a 15-year limited wind warranty with no maximum wind speed limitation, requiring specific installation methods.
The coverage period for Owens Corning warranties includes an initial non-prorated Smart Choice Protection Period, after which coverage becomes prorated.
The Lifetime Limited Warranty is applicable only to shingles and accessories installed on a single-family detached residence owned by individuals. Normal wear and tear is not covered in any Owens Corning warranty, and Owens Corning warranties are voided by damage caused by natural disasters, poor ventilation, or improper installation.
When considering warranty upgrades, homeowners should factor in the cost, including potential additional costs for extra products or coverage, and budget accordingly to avoid unexpected financial burdens.
StreakGuard Algae Protection
All Owens Corning shingles in the Total Protection System include StreakGuard algae resistance technology. This uses copper-containing granules to inhibit the blue-green algae that causes unsightly black streaks on roofs throughout our humid Long Island climate.
The algae protection warranty varies by product: 10 years on Oakridge shingles, up to 25 years on Duration FLEX and Berkshire shingles. When you use Owens Corning hip and ridge shingles as part of the Total Protection System, you unlock the full algae warranty coverage.
Black streaks aren’t just cosmetic. Algae growth can reduce your shingles’ reflectivity, increasing heat absorption and accelerating aging.
In severe cases, algae creates conditions that promote damaging moss growth. StreakGuard protection keeps your roof looking clean while extending its functional life.
Wind Resistance Performance
Long Island’s coastal location exposes homes to powerful storms year-round. Nor’easters, tropical systems, and strong thunderstorms can all produce damaging winds. The Total Protection System provides industry-leading wind protection when properly installed.
Duration and Duration Designer shingles carry wind warranties up to 110 mph as part of the System Protection warranty. Duration FLEX impact-resistant shingles extend this to 130 mph.
These aren’t just test lab numbers. When County Roofing Systems installs a Total Protection System according to specifications, your roof gains this enhanced wind protection.
The key is system integration. SureNail Technology provides superior fastening strength. Starter strips seal edges against uplift.
Ice and water barriers protect vulnerable areas. Ridge caps secure peaks. When all these components work together under proper installation, the result is a roof that stays put when storms hit.
Installation Quality Matters
The Total Protection Roofing System is only as good as its installation. That’s why Owens Corning limits enhanced warranties to installations by Preferred and Platinum Preferred contractors who’ve demonstrated expertise and commitment to quality.
County Roofing Systems has maintained Platinum Preferred status for years. This designation requires rigorous background checks, licensing and insurance verification, customer satisfaction monitoring, and commitment to ongoing training.
Our installers know the Total Protection System specifications inside and out. We follow them meticulously because we’ve seen the difference proper installation makes in long-term performance.
When we install your Total Protection System, you’re not just getting quality components. You’re getting decades of installation expertise, attention to detail, and accountability that come from our Platinum Preferred status. We stand behind every roof we install because we know it was done right.
Owens Corning vs. GAF: Roofing System Comparison
When it comes to protecting your Long Island home, Owens Corning and GAF are two of the most trusted names in the roofing industry.
Both brands offer complete roofing systems designed to provide maximum protection, durability, and peace of mind for homeowners. But how do these systems stack up against each other in terms of components, warranties, and overall value?
System Components
Both Owens Corning and GAF emphasize the importance of a fully integrated roofing system, rather than just installing shingles.
The Owens Corning roofing system is built around multiple layers of protection, including roof deck protection, leak barriers, starter strip shingles, lifetime shingles, ridge cap shingles, and attic ventilation.
GAF’s popular Timberline shingles, including the roof shingle Timberline HDZ, are known for their advanced technology and long-lasting performance. GAF accessories, such as starter strips and ridge caps, are engineered to work seamlessly with their shingles, ensuring a watertight seal and added protection against wind driven rain and ice dams.
Like Owens Corning, GAF’s system approach means every component—from the underlayment to the finishing touch of ridge cap shingles—is designed to work together for a lifetime roofing system. This integration helps prevent leaks, protects the roof deck, and extends the life of your new roof.
Warranty Coverage
One of the standout features of the Owens Corning roofing system is its range of enhanced warranties.
Owens Corning offers several levels of warranty coverage, including the System Plus Limited Warranty, Silver Pledge Limited Warranty, and the industry-leading Golden Pledge Limited Warranty.
These warranties provide varying degrees of protection, from coverage against manufacturing defects to full coverage for installation labor and workmanship. The Golden Pledge warranty, for example, offers non-prorated period coverage and even includes workmanship coverage when your roof is installed by a Owens Corning certified contractor.
GAF warranties are known for their great coverage and flexibility, with options like the GAF Shingle Accessory Limited Warranty and the Shingle Accessory Limited Warranty, which extend protection to qualifying GAF accessories and other materials used in your roofing system.
These enhanced warranties are only available when your roof is installed by a GAF certified or GAF Master Elite contractor, ensuring that your investment is protected by both quality materials and expert installation.
Benefits and Considerations
Both Owens Corning and GAF offer lifetime limited warranties on their qualifying shingles, giving homeowners confidence that their roof is built to last.
GAF’s system is especially popular for its Timberline shingles, which are among the most widely used in the country, and for its comprehensive commercial roofing catalog and innovative products like StreetBond pavement coating.
When choosing between Owens Corning and GAF, consider the specific needs of your property, the eligibility requirements for enhanced warranties, and the reputation of your local roofing contractors. Both systems offer strong protection against leaks, wind, and weather, but the right choice may come down to the specific warranty coverage, the look of the shingles, and the expertise of your installer.
At County Roofing Systems, we have experience installing both Owens Corning and GAF roofing systems, and we can help you compare your options to find the best fit for your home. Whether you’re interested in the warranty Golden Pledge offers, the popular roof shingle Timberline, or the added protection of a fully integrated system, our team is here to guide you through every step of the process.
A new roof is a major investment—make sure you choose a system and a contractor that will keep your home safe for decades to come.
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Why County Roofing Systems for Your Total Protection Roof
As one of Long Island’s most experienced Owens Corning Platinum Preferred contractors, County Roofing Systems brings unique advantages to your Total Protection installation:
Our 35+ years serving Nassau and Suffolk Counties mean we understand Long Island’s specific roofing challenges—ice dam prevention, coastal wind exposure, humidity and algae issues, and the need for systems that perform in our variable climate.
Our Platinum Preferred status ensures you’re eligible for Owens Corning’s best warranties, including potential lifetime workmanship coverage that protects you against both material defects and installation issues.
Our volume purchasing relationships allow us to offer competitive pricing on complete Total Protection Systems, often making this comprehensive approach surprisingly affordable compared to cheaper mix-and-match installations.
Our commitment to quality means every component is installed according to specifications, every detail is addressed, and your investment is protected by both manufacturer warranties and our own workmanship guarantee.
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Your roof is your home’s first line of defense against Long Island’s weather extremes. Don’t settle for a collection of random components when you can have an integrated system engineered for maximum protection and performance.
County Roofing Systems can evaluate your current roof, discuss your goals and budget, and design a Total Protection Roofing System tailored to your home’s specific needs. We’ll explain warranty options, help you select components, and provide a detailed quote that includes all materials and labor.
Call (888) 366-6619 today to schedule your free roof evaluation. Let’s discuss how an Owens Corning Total Protection Roofing System can deliver the comprehensive protection your Long Island home deserves.
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