CertainTeed Landmark Shingles
The standard architectural shingle IHC installs on every roof. Dual-layer fiberglass base mat with ceramic-fired granules. StreakFighter algae resistance. 21 colors. Class A fire rating. Limited Lifetime warranty backed by IHC’s SureStart PLUS 50-year non-prorated coverage.
CertainTeed SELECT ShingleMaster • SureStart PLUS 50-Year Non-Prorated Warranty • Family-Owned Since 2005
The Standard Shingle, Installed to the Highest Credential
Your 1998 three-tab is cupping. Granules in the gutters after every storm. A few missing tabs after the April hail event and now you’re getting letters from the insurance adjuster. You want a replacement that’ll last another 25 to 30 years without drama, without paying for features you don’t need, and without hiring a roofer whose credentials you can’t verify.
CertainTeed Landmark is the workhorse. Dual-layer fiberglass base mat with ceramic-fired granules, 228 pounds per square, StreakFighter algae resistance built into the granules, 21 color options, Class A fire rating, and wind rated to 110 mph standard (upgradable with 6-nail installation). It’s what IHC installs on most McHenry County roof replacements — including insurance-claim work — because it pairs honest value with the deepest installation credential available in the industry.
Why Landmark Is Our Standard Shingle
Landmark isn’t the flashiest shingle in the CertainTeed catalog. It’s the one we pick for most McHenry County roofs because the math works: dual-layer construction, Class A fire, StreakFighter algae resistance, proven in the field for decades, and backed by IHC’s SELECT ShingleMaster SureStart PLUS 50-year non-prorated coverage. Here’s the breakdown.
Dual-Layer Fiberglass Base — The Architectural Standard
Landmark is built on a dual-layer fiberglass base mat saturated with asphalt and topped with ceramic-fired granules. The dual-layer construction gives the shingle its dimensional appearance — visible shadow lines across the roof rather than the flat look of 3-tab shingles — and adds durability versus single-layer products. Weighs 228 pounds per square (100 square feet of coverage).
The 3-tab shingle era is over. Architectural dimensional shingles like Landmark have been the industry standard for a decade, and for McHenry County homes being replaced in 2026, Landmark is the baseline we start from.
StreakFighter — Ceramic-Fired Granules With Copper
StreakFighter is CertainTeed’s algae-resistant granule technology — copper-containing ceramic-fired granules mixed into the surface. The copper inhibits the growth of Gloeocapsa magma (the blue-green algae responsible for the dark streaks you see on older asphalt roofs). Every Landmark shingle includes StreakFighter. Every one.
If you’ve driven McHenry County and seen roofs with dark streaks running down the north exposure — that’s the algae. Homeowners think it’s mold or dirt. It’s an organism, it spreads, and untreated shingles just get worse year over year. StreakFighter prevents the problem from starting.
21 Colors — Match Your Home, Match Your Street
Landmark ships in 21 color options including traditional blacks, grays, and browns, plus deeper dimensional palettes. Moire Black and Weathered Wood are our most-requested colors in McHenry County for Colonial and ranch-style homes. Driftwood and Cobblestone Gray have dominated our 2025 and 2026 modern farmhouse roof replacements. Every color gets the StreakFighter algae-resistant granules.
Color matters more than most homeowners expect. We bring physical shingle sample boards to the in-home consultation so you can hold the shingle color up against the existing siding, trim, and the other roofs on your street. Picking from a website swatch isn’t enough — the color reads differently under your actual sunlight and against your actual elevations.
Limited Lifetime + SureStart PLUS 50-Year Non-Prorated (IHC Only)
Landmark carries CertainTeed’s Limited Lifetime material warranty and a 10-year SureStart period of full coverage. Through IHC’s SELECT ShingleMaster certification, homeowners also qualify for SureStart PLUS — 50-year non-prorated material coverage AND 25-year workmanship coverage. SureStart PLUS is only available through credentialed installers using qualifying CertainTeed Integrity Roof System components (shingles, starter, ridge caps, underlayment, ventilation).
Non-prorated means the warranty doesn’t decrease in value over time. If a Landmark shingle fails in Year 40, the homeowner gets 100 percent replacement cost — not a pennies-on-the-dollar prorated check. Workmanship coverage means if the install causes a problem (leaks at flashing, shingle lifting, ridge failures), that’s covered for 25 years. Non-credentialed contractors can’t offer this coverage. SELECT ShingleMaster is fewer than 1 percent of U.S. roofers, and IHC holds the certification.
See CertainTeed Landmark Installed by IHC
Real projects across McHenry County. No stock photos.
Finished Landmark roof — McHenry, IL
After shot — McHenry County, IL
Completed elevation — McHenry County, IL
Post-hail replacement — Cary, IL
IHC crew at work
Material stage-up day — McHenry County, IL
Landmark Specs at a Glance
The dimensional shingle spec that’s been IHC’s McHenry County standard for years.
Weight
228 lbs per square (100 sqft)
Base Mat
Dual-layer fiberglass
Granules
Ceramic-fired with StreakFighter
Fire Rating
Class A (UL 790)
Wind Rating
110 mph (upgradable with 6 nails)
Colors
21 options with StreakFighter
Warranty (IHC)
Limited Lifetime + SureStart PLUS 50-yr non-prorated
IHC Workmanship
25-year coverage (SELECT ShingleMaster only)
Most popular in McHenry County: Moire Black on Colonial and Victorian homes. Weathered Wood on Craftsman and farmhouse. Driftwood on modern farmhouse and contemporary. Cobblestone Gray on ranch and split-level. See physical sample boards at our Crystal Lake showroom.
Landmark vs. Upgraded Tiers
Landmark is the standard. When you step up to Landmark Pro, you’re getting 20 percent more weight and Max Def color technology. When you step up to Presidential Shake or Grand Manor, you’re buying aesthetic — laminate shake look or oversized hand-split appearance. Here’s how the CertainTeed architectural tiers compare.
| Feature | Landmark This Page | Landmark Pro | Presidential Shake TL | Grand Manor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tier | Standard architectural | Premium architectural | Luxury shake look | Ultra-premium hand-split |
| Weight (lbs/square) | 228 | ~275 | ~400 (triple laminate) | 320 |
| Aesthetic | Dimensional shadow lines | Max Def deeper shadow | 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 |
| Colors | 21 | 22 Max Def | Multiple luxury palettes | Luxury palettes |
| Warranty (IHC) | SureStart PLUS 50-yr non-prorated + 25-yr workmanship | SureStart PLUS 50-yr non-prorated + 25-yr workmanship | SureStart PLUS + luxury upgrade | SureStart PLUS + luxury upgrade |
| Best For | Most McHenry County roofs — honest value | Homeowners wanting deeper shadow and longer lifespan | Luxury homes wanting cedar-shake look without the cedar | Ultra-premium homes where cost is secondary to appearance |
Why Buy CertainTeed Landmark Through IHC
Why IHC Is the Only McHenry County Roofer With SureStart PLUS
CertainTeed licenses four credential levels: Shingle Applicator (basic), Master Shingle Applicator (individual), ShingleMaster (company-level), and SELECT ShingleMaster (highest). SELECT ShingleMaster requires all field supervisors to hold MSA certification, 50 percent of installers to hold MSA, passing the Shingle Quality Specialist exam, full insurance coverage, and consistent quality workmanship verified by CertainTeed audits. Fewer than 1 percent of U.S. roofing contractors qualify. IHC holds it.
That credential is what unlocks SureStart PLUS for homeowners: 50-year non-prorated material warranty plus 25-year workmanship coverage. A standard roofer’s warranty covers materials maybe 10 years and labor for 1 to 2 years. With IHC you get material and workmanship covered for decades. If the install causes a leak in Year 20, we’re fixing it on our dime. If a shingle fails in Year 40, homeowner gets 100 percent replacement cost — not a pennies-on-the-dollar prorated check. That’s the math that makes IHC the right roofer for a McHenry County home you plan to keep.
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Notes From the Field — What We Actually Install
I’ve been installing CertainTeed Landmark across McHenry County for years. Most of our roof replacements are insurance-driven — hail and wind damage from the storms we get here. Our most common Landmark order for insurance work is Moire Black or Weathered Wood on Colonial and Craftsman homes in Crystal Lake, Woodstock, McHenry, Cary, and Algonquin. For modern farmhouse and contemporary remodels we’re running Driftwood and Cobblestone Gray heavily on 2025 and 2026 projects.
We install every Landmark roof to CertainTeed’s Integrity Roof System spec — Landmark shingles, matching starter strip, CertainTeed ridge caps, synthetic underlayment, ice-and-water shield at eaves and valleys, and proper intake + exhaust ventilation. The 6-nail installation pattern is our default on all Landmark work for upgraded wind warranty. Every penetration gets proper flashing (not just caulk). Ridge vents get installed to CertainTeed’s required ventilation square-footage ratio for the attic size. That’s what the SureStart PLUS warranty requires, and that’s what our crews deliver.
For an insurance replacement where the adjuster is working with ACV (actual cash value) or RCV (replacement cost value), Landmark is the right spec for most claims. It’s the shingle that matches the quality of what was there (or better) without pushing the homeowner into premium pricing territory. When a homeowner wants to step up — deeper shadow lines, longer lifespan, luxury shake aesthetic — we’ll talk through Landmark Pro, Presidential Shake, or Grand Manor in the showroom.
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 Pro
Premium / Max Def / 20% heavier
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Landmark Premium
Max asphalt content / heaviest
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Landmark ClimateFlex
Class 4 impact / insurance discount
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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 Replace Your Roof With the Industry Standard?
We come to your home, inspect the existing roof (including attic ventilation, flashing condition, and deck integrity), discuss insurance involvement if applicable, and walk you through CertainTeed Landmark colors with physical sample boards in hand. No pressure, no obligation. Free estimate whether you’re paying out-of-pocket or working a claim.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the difference between Landmark and Landmark Pro?
Landmark Pro is approximately 20 percent heavier than standard Landmark (~275 lbs per square vs 228). More asphalt per shingle equals longer lifespan and deeper shadow lines. Landmark Pro also ships with Max Def color technology — more blended granule colors for a deeper, more dimensional roof appearance. Both are dual-layer architectural shingles with Class A fire rating. Both qualify for IHC’s SureStart PLUS 50-year non-prorated warranty.
What is StreakFighter and why does it matter?
StreakFighter is CertainTeed’s algae-resistant granule technology — copper-containing ceramic-fired granules mixed into every Landmark shingle. The copper inhibits Gloeocapsa magma (the blue-green algae that causes dark streaks on older roofs, especially on the north exposure). Without StreakFighter, asphalt roofs typically show algae streaking within 5-10 years, which is why you see so many older roofs with dark stripes. StreakFighter shingles stay clean.
What is SureStart PLUS and why does it require IHC specifically?
SureStart PLUS is CertainTeed’s enhanced warranty available only through credentialed contractors. It provides 50-year non-prorated material coverage plus 25-year workmanship coverage. Non-prorated means the warranty doesn’t decrease in value over time. Workmanship coverage means install errors are covered too (not just product defects). The credential requirement is SELECT ShingleMaster — fewer than 1 percent of U.S. roofers hold it. IHC does.
What wind rating does Landmark have?
110 mph standard. With the 6-nail installation pattern (which IHC uses by default on all Landmark installs), the wind rating upgrades further via CertainTeed’s enhanced wind warranty. For McHenry County wind exposures, 110 mph is adequate for most residential elevations. For homes on exposed corner lots, lake-front properties, or open farmland, we recommend stepping up to NorthGate ClimateFlex (130 mph standard, 160 mph with WindProven installation) or Grand Manor (also 130/160).
How long does a Landmark roof last?
The Limited Lifetime material warranty technically extends for as long as the original homeowner owns the home. In practice, most Landmark roofs installed properly in McHenry County are in excellent condition at 25-30 years. Roofs fail earlier for three reasons: poor ventilation (heat baking the shingles from below), inadequate flashing (water entry at penetrations and valleys), and installer errors (improper nailing, missing ice-and-water shield). IHC’s Integrity Roof System spec addresses all three.
Does insurance pay for a Landmark upgrade?
If the existing roof was an architectural shingle of similar quality, insurance typically pays for a like-for-like replacement. If the existing roof was a 3-tab (lower tier), insurance usually pays for a 3-tab replacement, and the homeowner pays the upgrade difference to architectural. We handle the insurance adjuster conversations during the consultation and document the scope of damage. Most adjusters recognize CertainTeed Landmark and approve replacement without resistance.
