CertainTeed Landmark Pro Shingles
Approximately 20 percent heavier than standard Landmark. Max Def color technology for deeper, more dimensional shadow lines. 22 Max Def color options, Class A fire rating, backed by IHC’s SureStart PLUS 50-year non-prorated warranty.
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The Shingle That Reads Premium From the Street
Standard Landmark is a great shingle. But if your home is the largest on the block, if you’re selling in the next 5 years and want curb appeal that shows up on the appraisal, or if you just want the roof to read as a premium element rather than an afterthought — standard Landmark doesn’t quite get there. You want deeper shadow lines, richer blended color, and more asphalt in the shingle for longer lifespan.
Landmark Pro is the upgrade. Approximately 275 pounds per square (20 percent heavier than Landmark’s 228). Max Def color technology — more blended granule tones for a deeper, more dimensional appearance. 22 Max Def color options. Same Class A fire rating, same 110 mph wind rating (upgradable), same StreakFighter algae resistance, same Integrity Roof System eligibility. When standard Landmark isn’t enough and Presidential Shake is more than you want to spend, Landmark Pro is the answer.
What Makes Landmark Pro the Premium Upgrade
Landmark Pro isn’t a different shingle category from Landmark — it’s the upgraded version of the same product. More weight, richer color, longer lifespan, premium appearance. Here’s what that actually means on a McHenry County roof.
20 Percent Heavier — More Asphalt, Longer Lifespan
Landmark Pro weighs approximately 275 pounds per square compared to standard Landmark’s 228. That’s 20 percent more asphalt bonded to the fiberglass base mat. More asphalt means better granule adhesion (less shed in storms), better flexibility in cold weather (less cracking), and typically longer lifespan in the field. The construction is still dual-layer fiberglass, but with more material per shingle.
You can feel the difference when you pick up a Landmark Pro shingle versus standard Landmark. The weight is noticeable. The flexibility is different. And once installed, the shadow lines read deeper from the street.
Max Def Color Technology — Deeper Dimensional Shadow
Standard Landmark shingles use blended granule colors to create shadow lines. Landmark Pro uses Max Def color technology — more blended tones with deeper contrasts across the surface of each shingle. The result is a roof that reads as more dimensional from the street, with richer color variation that resembles natural materials like cedar or slate. 22 Max Def color options including the full traditional palette plus enhanced dimensional variants.
Max Def is the feature that makes homeowners stop and notice the roof. Standard Landmark looks good. Landmark Pro reads premium.
Same Class A, Same Wind Rating, Same StreakFighter
Landmark Pro carries the same Class A fire rating as standard Landmark (UL 790). Same 110 mph wind rating standard (upgradable with 6-nail installation). Same StreakFighter algae resistance built into the ceramic-fired granules. Same eligibility for the CertainTeed Integrity Roof System and IHC’s SureStart PLUS 50-year non-prorated warranty. The upgrade is weight, appearance, and lifespan — not a different product category.
This matters for insurance and code compliance. Landmark Pro meets every fire code, wind code, and warranty requirement that standard Landmark meets. You’re upgrading the aesthetic and durability, not trading off on protection.
IHC’s SureStart PLUS Warranty — 50-Year Non-Prorated
Because IHC is SELECT ShingleMaster certified (fewer than 1 percent of U.S. roofers), Landmark Pro qualifies for SureStart PLUS: 50-year non-prorated material coverage plus 25-year workmanship coverage. Non-prorated means the warranty doesn’t decrease in value over 50 years — if a Landmark Pro shingle fails in Year 40, the homeowner gets 100 percent replacement cost. Workmanship coverage means install errors are covered for 25 years, not just product defects.
Through a non-credentialed contractor, the warranty drops to CertainTeed’s baseline Limited Lifetime coverage with proration after Year 10 and no workmanship warranty. SureStart PLUS is the biggest reason to choose IHC for this install.
See CertainTeed Landmark Pro Installed by IHC
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Landmark vs. Landmark Pro — Side by Side
Both are great shingles. Landmark Pro is the premium upgrade when weight, color depth, and lifespan matter.
Standard Landmark
- 228 lbs per square
- 21 color options
- Standard granule blending
- Class A fire / 110 mph wind
- StreakFighter algae resistance
- SureStart PLUS eligible
Landmark Pro
- 275 lbs per square (~20% heavier)
- 22 Max Def color options
- Max Def granule blending (deeper dimensional shadow)
- Same Class A fire / 110 mph wind
- Same StreakFighter algae resistance
- Same SureStart PLUS eligibility
Most popular Pro colors in McHenry County: Max Def Weathered Wood on Craftsman, Max Def Moire Black on Colonial, Max Def Driftwood on modern farmhouse. See Max Def sample boards at our Crystal Lake showroom.
Where Landmark Pro Fits in the Lineup
Landmark Pro bridges the gap between standard architectural and luxury shake. Heavier than Landmark, lighter than Presidential Shake TL and Grand Manor. Here’s how the CertainTeed premium tiers compare.
| Feature | Landmark Pro This Page | Standard Landmark | Presidential Shake TL | Grand Manor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tier | Premium architectural | Standard architectural | Luxury shake look | Ultra-premium hand-split |
| Weight (lbs/square) | ~275 | 228 | ~400 triple laminate | 320 |
| Color Technology | Max Def (22 colors) | Standard (21 colors) | Luxury palettes | Luxury palettes |
| Aesthetic | Deeper dimensional shadow | Standard dimensional | Triple-laminate shake | Oversized random shake |
| Wind Rating | 110 mph standard | 110 mph standard | 110 mph standard | 130 mph / 160 mph WindProven |
| Fire Rating | Class A | Class A | Class A | Class A |
| Warranty (IHC) | SureStart PLUS 50-yr non-prorated + 25-yr workmanship | SureStart PLUS 50-yr non-prorated + 25-yr workmanship | SureStart PLUS + luxury tier | SureStart PLUS + luxury tier |
| Best For | Homeowners wanting deeper shadow and longer lifespan | Most McHenry County roofs | Cedar-shake look without cedar | Ultra-premium luxury homes |
Why Buy CertainTeed Landmark Pro Through IHC
SELECT ShingleMaster — The 1 Percent Credential
Landmark Pro is a great shingle. But the warranty that makes it worth the upgrade only comes through a SELECT ShingleMaster-credentialed installer. IHC holds that credential. All of our field supervisors hold Master Shingle Applicator certification. More than 50 percent of our installers hold MSA. We’ve passed CertainTeed’s Shingle Quality Specialist exam. We carry the required insurance. We get audited by CertainTeed. That’s what SELECT ShingleMaster requires, and it’s what fewer than 1 percent of U.S. roofers can demonstrate.
For Landmark Pro specifically, the SureStart PLUS warranty is where the real value lives. 50 years non-prorated, 25 years workmanship. If a Landmark Pro shingle fails in Year 35, you get full replacement. If the install causes a leak in Year 15, we’re fixing it at our cost. This isn’t CertainTeed’s baseline warranty — it’s only available through credentialed installers using the full Integrity Roof System.
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Notes From the Field — What We Actually Install
I’ve been installing Landmark Pro on McHenry County homes where homeowners want the premium appearance without going full luxury tier. Our most common Landmark Pro orders are Max Def Weathered Wood on Craftsman-style homes in Crystal Lake and Woodstock, Max Def Moire Black on Colonial-era homes in McHenry and Cary, and Max Def Driftwood on modern farmhouse remodels in Algonquin and Lake in the Hills. The Max Def color depth reads noticeably richer from the street than standard Landmark.
Installation spec is identical to standard Landmark: full Integrity Roof System with CertainTeed starter strip, ridge caps, synthetic underlayment, ice-and-water shield at eaves and valleys, proper attic ventilation (intake plus exhaust) sized to the square footage. We run 6-nail pattern on every Landmark Pro install for upgraded wind warranty coverage. Ventilation is the most-overlooked detail in residential roofing — and it’s what kills shingles early when it’s wrong. Under-ventilated attics bake the shingles from below, shortening the lifespan significantly. We verify the ventilation math on every project.
When a homeowner is deciding between Landmark and Landmark Pro, the question I ask is: “how long do you plan to be in this house?” If it’s less than 7 years and they’re budget-conscious, standard Landmark is the right answer. If it’s 10-plus years or they’re doing a whole-home remodel where the roof is part of the aesthetic story, Landmark Pro is worth the upgrade. The Max Def color depth and the 20 percent weight bump translate into a roof that looks better and lasts longer.
Other CertainTeed Products We Install
Every CertainTeed shingle line we install. IHC is SELECT ShingleMaster certified — fewer than 1% of U.S. roofers. SureStart PLUS warranty coverage available on every product.
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Landmark
Standard architectural / workhorse
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Landmark Premium
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Landmark ClimateFlex
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NorthGate ClimateFlex
Premium Class 4 / 160 mph WindProven
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Presidential Shake TL
Luxury / triple-laminate shake
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Presidential Shake IR
Luxury shake + Class 3 impact
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Grand Manor
Ultra-premium / 320 lbs / square
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Ready to Upgrade to Premium Max Def Shingles?
We come to your home, inspect the existing roof, talk through the Max Def color options with physical sample boards, and walk you through the SureStart PLUS warranty specifics. No pressure, no obligation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much more does Landmark Pro cost than standard Landmark?
Pricing is the part we don’t discuss on the website — every home is different based on square footage, pitch, complexity, and existing deck condition. Landmark Pro’s material cost is higher than Landmark because of the 20 percent more weight. Installation labor is similar to Landmark. For the typical McHenry County roof, the total Landmark-Pro-over-Landmark upgrade cost lands in a reasonable range that we’ll walk through during the consultation.
Is Max Def color really noticeable from the street?
Yes. The difference is most visible on long elevations with uniform color exposure — the kind where standard Landmark reads flat and Landmark Pro reads dimensional. On smaller roofs or darker colors the difference is subtler. We bring Max Def sample boards to the in-home consultation so you can hold the color up against your actual elevations and see it under real light.
Does Landmark Pro qualify for the same insurance work as Landmark?
Yes. Landmark Pro is covered under the same homeowners’ policy treatment as standard Landmark. If the existing roof was an architectural shingle of similar tier, insurance usually pays replacement cost. If the existing roof was a 3-tab (lower tier), insurance pays for like-for-like replacement, and homeowner pays the upgrade difference. We handle the insurance adjuster conversations during the consultation.
What’s the wind rating on Landmark Pro?
110 mph standard. Like Landmark, the 6-nail installation pattern (IHC’s default on all Landmark Pro installs) upgrades the wind warranty. For homes in high-wind exposures — lake-front, open farmland, corner lots — we’d recommend stepping further up to NorthGate ClimateFlex (130 mph standard, 160 mph with WindProven) or Grand Manor (same ratings, luxury aesthetic).
How much longer does Landmark Pro last compared to standard Landmark?
Both carry CertainTeed’s Limited Lifetime material warranty and qualify for IHC’s SureStart PLUS 50-year non-prorated coverage through SELECT ShingleMaster certification. In practical field terms, Landmark Pro’s 20 percent additional asphalt typically translates to 3-5 years longer service life under real McHenry County conditions — roughly 30-35 years versus 25-30 for standard Landmark. Ventilation and installation quality matter more than product tier, which is why IHC’s Integrity Roof System install process is the bigger lifespan factor.
Can I use Landmark Pro on part of the roof and Landmark on the rest?
Technically yes, but we don’t recommend it. The weight, color depth, and visual profile are different enough that the transition line is visible from the street. If the roof is one continuous plane, pick one product. If the roof has distinct sections (main house vs detached garage vs porch) where a visible transition already exists, mixed tiers can work. We’ll walk through the best approach during the site visit.
