Field shingles
Record the brand, product line, color, coverage per bundle and the quantity from your takeoff.
Shop shinglesRoofing resources
A clearer plan.
A complete material list.
Practical checklists for comparing products, organizing your order and arranging pickup or delivery.
Six parts to check
The shingles are the starting point.
Use this checklist alongside your contractor’s takeoff. Keep the exact product, color, size and quantity together for each part of the roof.
Starter & ridge cap
List starter strips and hip-and-ridge caps separately. Note the selected product and its linear-foot coverage.
Find starter stripsUnderlayment & barriers
Identify the underlayment and leak-barrier products specified for the roof. Check coverage and rolls needed.
Compare underlaymentVentilation
Bring the ventilation products and quantities from your roof plan: ridge, box, power or solar vents.
View ventilationFlashing & pipe boots
Include roof-edge metal, flashing details and pipe-boot sizes. Note finish, profile, dimensions and piece counts.
Find roof-edge materialsFasteners & finishing items
Add the specified roofing nails, caps, clips and sealants. Check package size before setting the order quantity.
Shop nails & sealantsUse your roofing contractor’s measurements and the selected manufacturer’s instructions for final quantities and product compatibility. The roof planner is a starting point for a material order.
Read the product details
Compare the unit.
Then compare the price.
A roofing square is 100 square feet. A bundle is a package, and the area it covers varies by shingle. Use the coverage stated for the actual product you choose.
- Shingles
- Bundle quantity and square-foot coverage.
- Starter & ridge cap
- Linear-foot coverage per bundle.
- Underlayment
- Roll coverage and the specified product type.
- Metal & fasteners
- Length, dimensions and pieces per package.
Learn more: GAF’s guide to roofing squares
Have these details ready
Make the next call count.
- Your product list, quantities and preferred colors.
- The jobsite address and the person coordinating the order.
- Your preferred pickup or delivery date.
- Vehicle details for pickup, or site access and unloading details for delivery.
- Any product substitutions you want the team to discuss with you.
Confirm material availability, timing and applicable charges with the warehouse.
Go to the product source
Need installation instructions?
Use the current documents for the exact product and roof system. GAF’s residential library includes product data, installation instructions and warranty documents.
Blog & guides
From the warehouse.
Attic Ventilation: Ridge Vents, Box Vents and the 1/150 Rule
Work out net free vent area, balance intake with exhaust, and choose a vent system that fits your roof. Includes a 2,000-square-foot attic example.
Read the guide : Attic Ventilation: Ridge Vents, Box Vents and the 1/150 Rule
How Much Do Roofing Materials Cost per Square in Georgia? 2026 Price Examples
Use real A+ product prices to estimate field shingles, understand accessory quantities and separate a material order from an installed roof quote.
Read the guide : How Much Do Roofing Materials Cost per Square in Georgia? 2026 Price Examples
Roof Layers Explained: What Goes Under Asphalt Shingles?
A good shingle order includes the layers you cannot see. Understand decking, underlayment, leak barriers, flashing, starter, nails and ridge caps before you buy.
Read the guide : Roof Layers Explained: What Goes Under Asphalt Shingles?
How Long Does a Shingle Roof Last in Georgia? 3-Tab vs. Architectural
Compare shingle construction, roof condition and warranty terms to make a better replacement decision for your Georgia home.
Read the guide : How Long Does a Shingle Roof Last in Georgia? 3-Tab vs. ArchitecturalA roofing material order checklist for your next job
Turn an approved roof takeoff into a clear material request with exact products, buying units and pickup or delivery details.
Read the guide : A roofing material order checklist for your next jobSynthetic vs. felt underlayment: how to specify your order
Identify the underlayment material, exact product and roll coverage your project requires without relying on the word felt alone.
Read the guide : Synthetic vs. felt underlayment: how to specify your orderHave a question about your order?
Start with our FAQ, or talk through the material list with the warehouse.
