Is it time to replace your asphalt shingle roof? Are you wondering what the best shingles are right now?
The shingle you choose impacts every part of your roof investment, from curb appeal to lifespan to pricing. So, it’s absolutely crucial to pick the right one.
Unfortunately, research gets complicated because the information is all over the place. Your time is too valuable to go to all the different manufacturer websites without guaranteeing you’ll find what matters to you.
For over 30 years, Bill Ragan Roofing has given homeowners the information and tools they need to feel confident in their roofing decisions. So, let’s break down the shingles you should consider for 2025 and the information you need all in one article.
This article covers the following 6 best shingles to consider for 2025 (from lowest quality to highest):
- GAF Timberline NS
- GAF Timberline HDZ
- CertainTeed Landmark
- CertainTeed Landmark PRO
- CertainTeed Belmont
- CertainTeed Grand Manor
1. GAF Timberline NS
GAF’s Timberline NS is GAF’s basic architectural asphalt shingle made on a fiberglass mat. Their natural shadow effect creates a subtle look with the warmth of wood, while their fiberglass construction makes them dependable.
(Photo provided by gaf.com)
Timberline NS shingles also come with GAF’s trademarked StainGuard to protect against algae growth.
On top of algae prevention, these shingles come with:
- 5 color options (availability varies by location)
- GAF’s patented LayerLock™ Technology and StrikeZone™
- Class F Wind-Resistance (110 mph)
- Class A fire-resistance rating
GAF offers a lifetime-limited warranty on their Timberline NS shingles against manufacturer defects. On top of this warranty, Timberline NS asphalt shingles also come with the following warranties:
- 10-year Smart Choice Protection Period (pays a “reasonable” price for replacement and labor costs due to manufacturing defects)
- 10-year StainGuard Plus™ Algae Protection Limited Warranty against blue-green algae discoloration
- 15-year, 110 mph WindProven™ Limited Wind Warranty
GAF’s Timberline NS shingles are the most affordable option on this list. However, they also offer the least amount of colors and are considered the lowest quality.
2. GAF Timberline HDZ
GAF’s Timberline HDZ® is an architectural shingle that is one of the best-selling asphalt shingles on the market. It offers your roof a high-dimensional wood-shake look paired with GAF’s patented High Definition® shadow bands to create exceptional depth and dimension.
(Photo provided by gaf.com)
Like the NS line, Timberline HDZ shingles also come with GAF’s trademarked StainGuard to protect against algae growth. However, their impact resistance rating makes them a more durable GAF shingle option.
On top of this, Timberline HDZ shingles offer homeowners:
- 23 color options (availability varies by location)
- Class 3 Impact-Resistance Rating
- GAF’s patented LayerLock™ Technology and StrikeZone™
- Class F Wind-Resistance (110 mph)
- Class A fire-resistance rating
Like all GAF products, Timberline HDZ shingles come with a lifetime-limited warranty. On top of this warranty, they also come with the following warranties:
- 10-year Smart Choice Protection Period (pays a “reasonable” price for replacement and labor costs due to manufacturing defects)
- 25-year StainGuard Plus™ Algae Protection Limited Warranty against blue-green algae discoloration
- 15-year, 110 mph WindProven™ Limited Wind Warranty (upgradable to 130 mph with a combination of GAF accessories)
With a focus on affordability, GAF Timberline HDZ is a quality shingle option. And with their recent qualification for the Class 3 Impact Rating, they're more durable in 2025 than in years past.
3. CertainTeed Landmark
CertainTeed’s Landmark® shingle is their standard architectural shingle with a multi-layered design on a tough fiberglass base and protective outer layer. They also come with CertainTeed’s StreakFighter® algae resistance against black streaks caused by algae growth.
(Photo provided by certainteed.com)
On top of algae resistance, CertainTeed’s Landmark asphalt shingles also offer:
- 21 color options (availability varies by location)
- Class 3 Impact-Resistance Rating
- Tear resistance
- Class A Fire-Resistance Rating (highest rating available)
- Class F Wind-Resistance (110 mph)
Landmark shingles come with CertainTeed's lifetime-limited warranty, but they also come with specific warranties to back up the performance features.
These warranties include:
- 10-year SureStart™ warranty (covers 100% replacement and labor costs due to manufacturing defects)
- 25-year StreakFighter® warranty against streaking and discoloration caused by airborne algae
- 15-year, 110 mph wind-resistance warranty (upgradable to 130 mph)
CertainTeed’s Landmark asphalt shingle line is a high-quality and reliable choice for residential roof replacement. However, their affordability is a big reason Landmark shingles are incredibly popular.
4. CertainTeed Landmark PRO
CertainTeed's Landmark PRO is another architectural shingle that offers the same quality and reliability as the basic Landmark line. Like Landmark, they have a multi-layer design on a fiberglass base and a protective outer layer with StreakFighter® algae resistance.
(Photo provided by certainteed.com)
However, Landmark PRO architectural shingles are slightly heavier, which gives them a little more durability. Other than that, the only other difference is that they come in Maximum Definition colors.
Landmark PRO shingles also offer homeowners:
- 22 Max Def color options (availability varies by location)
- Tear resistance
- Class 3 Impact-Resistance Rating
- Class A Fire-Resistance Rating (highest rating available)
- Class F Wind-Resistance (110 mph)
Like most CertainTeed shingles, Landmark PRO shingles include CertainTeed’s lifetime-limited transferable warranty. Other warranties that these CertainTeed shingles offer are:
- 10-year SureStart™ protection (covers 100% replacement and labor costs due to manufacturing defects)
- 30-year StreakFighter® warranty
- 15-year 110 mph wind-resistance warranty (upgradable to 130 mph)
While more expensive, Landmark PRO architectural asphalt shingles offer the same peace of mind as Landmark shingles. However, they are still affordable and increase your home’s aesthetics while offering slightly more durability.
5. CertainTeed Belmont
CertainTeed’s Belmont is a luxury asphalt shingle designed to look like natural slate with multi-positioned tabs that provide realistic depth and dimension. They are manufactured with top-grade asphalt on a strong fiberglass base mat and are also designed to resist algae growth.
(Photo provided by certainteed.com)
The algae resistance is great, but Belmont luxury asphalt shingles also offer:
- 6 color options (availability varies by location)
- Tear resistance
- Class 3 Impact-Resistance Rating
- Class A Fire-Resistance Rating (highest rating available)
- Class F Wind-Resistance (110 mph)
On top of CertainTeed's standard lifetime-limited warranty against manufacturing defects, Belmont shingles also come with:
- 10-year SureStart™ warranty (covers 100% replacement and labor costs due to manufacturing defects)
- 30-year StreakFighter® warranty against streaking and discoloration caused by airborne algae
- 15-year, 110-mph wind-resistance warranty (130 mph upgrade available with CertainTeed starter and CertainTeed hip and ridge)
This information is for the standard Belmont shingle, but CertainTeed also makes an impact-resistant option. The only difference between the two is Belmont IR shingles have an added reinforcement, giving them a Class 4 Impact-Resistance (highest possible).
6. CertainTeed Grand Manor
CertainTeed’s Grand Manor is the super heavyweight of luxury shingles that provide at least five layers of protection (with underlayment). Each one is made of two full-size fiberglass shingles and randomly applied tabs with shadow lines to provide a true natural slate look.
(Photo provided by certainteed.com)
Grand Manor’s multi-layer design and heaviness mean they’re extremely durable against storm damage. On top of that, it also makes them a very long-lasting asphalt shingle option.
Homeowners can count on Grand Manor to provide:
- 9 color options (availability varies by location)
- Tear resistance
- Class 4 Impact-Resistance Rating (highest rating available)
- Class A Fire-Resistance Rating (highest rating available)
- Class F Wind-Resistance (110 mph)
Grand Manor shingles come with CertainTeed’s standard lifetime-limited transferable warranty, but they also come with:
- 10-year SureStart™ warranty (covers 100% replacement and labor costs due to manufacturing defects)
- 30-year StreakFighter® warranty against streaking and discoloration caused by airborne algae
- 15-year, 110-mph wind-resistance warranty (upgradable to 130 mph)
SureStart warranties are upgradable to 20 and 50 years if a CertainTeed-certified roofer installs a Grand Manor shingle roof. CertainTeed will even provide a 10 or 25-year workmanship warranty if they’re installed with a 5-star certification.
Which type of shingle is right for you?
After reading this article, you now know the best shingles for 2025. Obviously, these are my recommendations.
However, the quality of the shingles on this list is unmatched across the industry. Unfortunately, knowing the shingle options is one thing.
You still need to pick the right type of shingle. After all, the three types greatly differ in warranties, curb appeal, lifespan, cost, and more.
So, you need to make this decision before choosing one of the shingles on this list. That’s why I wrote another article breaking down everything you need to know about the three types of asphalt shingles.
Check out The 3 Types of Asphalt Shingles to learn their pricing, lifespan, warranties, and pros and cons to ensure you make the right decision.
