Wayne's GAF Is New World Leader Of Roofing Products

Parsipanny, NJ is the location of GAF, the world's largest roofing manufacturer. This was possible through an acquisition of Icopal, a leading pan-European manufacturer of roofing and other waterproofing products. James (Jim) Schnepper is the President and CEO of GAF taking over from Robert Tafaro. Jim Schnepper the President and CEO of GAF introduced the Certified Contractor Zone. GAF supports the Roofing contractor roofing industry through CARE, the Center for the Advancement of Roofing Excellence, which has provided education to over 230,000 professionals.

GAF also has a 130-year history in roofing and decades of experience in solar. Founded in 1886, GAF has become the largest roofing manufacturer in North America. The company’s products include a comprehensive portfolio of steep-slope and commercial roofing systems, which are supported by an extensive national network of factory-certified contractors. Its success is driven by its commitment to Advanced Quality, Industry Expertise, and Solutions Made Simple for contractors, specifiers, and property owners alike. In 2011, GAF was the first roofing manufacturer to offer a Lifetime limited warranty on all of its laminated shingles and, in 2012, it introduced the GAF Lifetime Roofing System.