Cross + CrownRoofing & Exteriors

CERTAINTEED · THE HOMEOWNER COLLECTION

Choose a roof
you understand.

See the colors. Compare the shingles. Know what belongs beneath them.

Your guide to Landmark, Landmark PRO, luxury shingles and the complete roof system, built from CertainTeed’s U.S. product information and roofing literature.

Official sources reviewed September 14, 2026

Completed shingle roof viewed from above on a Cross + Crown project.
Cross + Crown project photography. Use the manufacturer samples below to choose a specific product and color.

01 · START WITH THE SHINGLE

Four distinct ways to finish your home.

Landmark and Landmark PRO offer architectural depth. Grand Manor and Belmont bring a slate inspired appearance. Compare the exact product before choosing a color.

Current U.S. product comparison
ProductAppearanceUL 2218 impact classLimited algae coverage*
LandmarkDual layer architecturalClass 325 years
Landmark PROHeavier architectural design with MAX DEF choicesClass 330 years
Grand ManorDeep slate appearance with layered tabsClass 430 years
BelmontSlate appearance with defined shadow linesClass 430 years

All four are listed with Class A fire ratings. Sources: the linked product pages and 2026 selection guide. *Extended algae coverage requires CertainTeed AR hip and ridge accessories; see current written terms.

What do the CertainTeed feature names mean?

StreakFighter uses copper containing granules to help resist staining from blue green algae. It does not make a roof immune to moss, debris or every type of discoloration.

NailTrak marks the nailing area on applicable shingles. QuadraBond helps hold the laminated shingle layers together. CertaSeal is the sealant system that helps shingles bond as installation conditions allow.

These features perform different jobs. Confirm which apply to the selected product, and follow its fastening and sealing instructions. Feature explanations in the selection guide.

02 · FIND YOUR COLOR

Real shingles. Real color blends.

Browse 174 manufacturer color samples across 21 shingle families. Select a sample to enlarge it and compare up to three favorites.

Color availability varies by region. These are U.S. catalog options, not a list of local inventory. The supplied East Central brochure shows a regional selection; the manufacturer’s product pages show additional options. Confirm your ZIP, product and color with Cross + Crown before ordering.

Screen settings, lighting and production variation affect appearance. Review a physical sample beside your brick, siding and trim in daylight. The same color name can look different across product lines.

Browse the product collections below.

Presidential TL Solaris

Official product and availability

Color images and names: CertainTeed. Each collection links to its official product page. Try CertainTeed ColorView on a home.

03 · EXPLORE THE FULL SHINGLE RANGE

A style for the architecture. A product for the conditions.

The current residential asphalt range includes the families below. Regional and specialty products need local availability and specification checks. A product appearing here does not mean it is stocked in North Carolina.

Architectural shingles

Landmark

A dual layer architectural shingle with a dimensional profile. A starting point for homeowners who want layered character and a broad palette.

Landmark PRO

A heavier architectural option with MAX DEF color blends that emphasize contrast and depth. Its product name and palette are distinct from standard Landmark.

Landmark Premium

A separate premium architectural product listed with Class 4 impact resistance. Confirm the regional offering; Premium and PRO are different shingles.

Landmark TL

A thicker, layered architectural profile. The current product page lists Class 4 impact resistance. Compare its appearance and weight with the other Landmark options.

Slate inspired luxury shingles

Grand Manor

A pronounced slate appearance with full shingle layers and additional tabs that create depth. Review the heavier assembly and its specific installation requirements.

Belmont

Slate inspired proportions and defined shadow lines. Its construction and fastening details differ from the Landmark series.

Carriage House

Chamfered corners create a scalloped slate appearance. The current product carries a Class 4 impact rating and pairs with a distinct ridge treatment.

Highland Slate

A single layer shingle with broad tabs and a slate inspired color blend. The current product is listed as Class 3 impact resistant.

Shake inspired luxury shingles

Presidential Shake TL

A three piece laminated version with greater dimensional depth and a Class 4 impact rating. It uses the Presidential system of installation accessories.

Presidential Shake

Two piece laminated construction creates a sculpted wood shake appearance. The standard product is listed as Class 3; the IR version is a separate product.

Presidential Shake IR

The Class 4 impact rated member of the Presidential Shake range. Specify IR by name instead of assuming every Presidential Shake product has the same rating.

ClimateFlex shingles

NorthGate ClimateFlex

A distinct polymer modified architectural shingle with Class 4 impact resistance and its own color range. Confirm availability and the selected specification.

Landmark ClimateFlex

Polymer modified asphalt combines flexibility with a dimensional appearance. The current product carries a Class 4 impact rating.

Solaris reflective shingles

Landmark Solaris

Architectural styling with Solaris reflective technology. The current product is Class 3. Color specific reflectance and regional selection matter.

Landmark PRO Solaris

The reflective member of the Landmark PRO range, listed as Class 3. Its palette is separate from standard Landmark PRO.

Landmark TL Solaris

A layered Landmark profile with Solaris reflective technology, listed as Class 4. Confirm the selected color’s published performance.

Presidential Solaris

Presidential styling combined with reflective technology. The current product is listed as Class 3, with its own regional color options.

Presidential TL Solaris

A layered Presidential profile with reflective technology and a Class 4 impact rating. Review the exact product and color data.

Traditional and distinctive tab shingles

Patriot XL

Oversized tabs and shadow bands create a distinctive dimensional appearance. The current product page lists Class 3 impact resistance.

XT 25

A traditional three tab appearance with a straight, repeating roof pattern. It has its own warranty schedule rather than the Landmark limited lifetime terms.

Patriot

A distinctive tab design with contrasting tones. Regional samples can differ, so confirm the precise local product and color before selecting.

Source: CertainTeed selection guide and the official product pages linked in each collection. Use the manufacturer’s live residential catalog for new releases and current ordering data.

04 · THE WHOLE ROOF WORKS TOGETHER

Shingles are one part of the system.

The CertainTeed Integrity Roof System combines six groups of components. The deck, flashing and transitions also need a clear scope.

01

Waterproofing

Self adhering protection at vulnerable areas, selected for the climate, roof design and applicable requirements.

WinterGuard series · VYCOR series

02

Underlayment

A secondary layer over the roof deck beneath the shingles. Match the product, laps and fastening to the assembly.

RoofRunner · RoofRunner AIR · DiamondDeck

03

Starter shingles

Purpose made starters help seal the first shingle course at the edges. The correct starter depends on the field shingle.

SwiftStart · SwiftStart SA · High Performance Starter · Presidential Starter

04

Field shingles

The main roof covering. Confirm the product, color, quantity and installation method for every roof area.

Explore all shingle families
05

Ventilation

Where a vented attic is intended, coordinate intake and exhaust and keep the air path open. The roof assembly determines the plan.

Ridge Vent · Rolled Ridge Vent · Intake Vent · Soffit Vent

06

Hip and ridge caps

Finish the roof’s peaks and hips with a compatible profile and color. Caps also affect eligibility for certain warranty terms.

Shadow Ridge · Shadow Ridge XL · Cedar Crest · Mountain Ridge · Shangle Ridge

Source: Integrity Roof System brochure. Browse the system product directories below.

Which starter and ridge products go with which shingles?
Selection starting points from CertainTeed literature
Field shingleStarter familyHip and ridge examples
Landmark seriesSwiftStart or SwiftStart SA, as specifiedShadow Ridge, Cedar Crest or Mountain Ridge, as specified
Grand Manor, Belmont, Highland SlateHigh Performance Starter or the specified preparation of matching shinglesShangle Ridge; other approved profiles vary
Presidential Shake and TLPresidential Starter in the required layered applicationMountain Ridge or specified compatible cap
Patriot XLUse the exact product’s installation guideShadow Ridge XL

These are families to discuss, not a universal substitution chart. Confirm the exact cap, starter, quantity, fastening and color in the current installation instructions. Required accessories for a wind upgrade must be named in the proposal.

Porches and other low slope areas

Flintlastic SA membrane systems and SMARTCOAT roof coating systems serve different low slope needs. A membrane assembly and a restoration coating are different scopes. Review drainage, substrate, moisture, roof condition and the complete approved system before selecting either.

Do not carry shingles onto an area below their permitted slope. Include the transition between steep and low slope sections.

Flashing and roof openings

Document drip edges, valleys, walls, chimneys, pipe penetrations and skylights. Identify what will be replaced and how every transition will drain.

For daylighting products and replacement flashing, use our VELUX homeowner guide.

05 · WHAT CORRECT INSTALLATION REQUIRES

The details should be clear before the first bundle opens.

This section helps homeowners review the work. Your installer must follow the selected product’s current instructions and applicable local requirements.

  1. Inspect and measure the entire roof.

    Document pitch, layers, deck condition, penetrations, flashing, attic conditions and connected low slope areas. Heavier luxury shingles require the roof’s support and project conditions to be evaluated.

  2. Prepare a suitable deck and water protection.

    Set the removal and disposal scope. Agree on a written process for concealed deck damage. Use the specified substrate, underlayment, waterproofing and edge details.

  3. Install the product specific assembly.

    Match starters, shingle layout, exposure, nails, sealant, valleys and flashing to the selected shingle. A Landmark fastening pattern should not be assumed suitable for Grand Manor or Belmont.

  4. Finish, inspect and document.

    Complete the ventilation and caps, inspect visible details, remove debris and review the project with the homeowner. Deliver product selections, invoices, photos and written warranty information.

Roof slope changes the installation

CertainTeed’s shingle manuals define standard slopes as 4:12 up to 21:12 and low slopes as 2:12 to below 4:12. Shingles must not be installed below 2:12.

Low slopes need the specified waterproofing or approved doubled underlayment assembly. Local climate can impose additional manufacturer requirements. Steep slopes require the product’s steep slope fastening and sealing details.

Nail location matters as much as count

The 2026 manual calls for four nails per full Landmark series shingle on low and standard slopes. Grand Manor and Belmont use five in those conditions.

Steep slopes, special products and other installation conditions have their own patterns and hand sealing instructions. Fasteners must be correctly located and driven into the specified deck. NailTrak helps identify the Landmark nailing area; it does not replace the instructions.

Sources: 2026 Shingle Applicator’s Manual, chapter 13, Landmark series, chapter 18, Belmont, and chapter 19, Grand Manor and Carriage House.

Sealing, weather, storage and valleys

Follow the product instructions for storage, application temperature, handling and any hand sealing needed when shingles do not seal adequately. Keep shingles sufficiently flexible when forming approved hip, ridge and valley details.

Confirm the valley method in the selected product’s instructions. Preserve flashing drainage at walls, chimneys and penetrations. Add installation photographs of these concealed details to your project records.

06 · KNOW YOUR COVERAGE

Read the terms that match your roof.

A manufacturer product warranty and Cross + Crown’s workmanship terms cover different obligations. Your written proposal should identify each.

Current warranty reference: effective May 1, 2026

Some brochures predate this warranty. Installation date, ownership and the exact product determine the applicable terms.

Selected terms for an original individual owner’s residence
ProductDefect coverageSureStart periodWind limit / conditional upgrade
LandmarkLimited lifetime10 years110 / 160 mph
Landmark PROLimited lifetime10 years110 / 160 mph
Grand ManorLimited lifetime10 years110 / 130 mph
BelmontLimited lifetime10 years110 / 130 mph

Wind coverage lasts 15 years. Upgrades require no roof overlay and specified CertainTeed starters at eaves and rakes plus matching approved hip and ridge accessories. Extended algae coverage requires CertainTeed AR caps; otherwise it is limited to 10 years. Algae coverage is prorated after 10 or 15 years, depending on the product.

Lifetime is defined by ownership, not an expected roof lifespan. SureStart addresses qualifying manufacturing defects. Later coverage is prorated; exclusions and transfer limits apply.

Read the full 2026 U.S. residential warranty (PDF).

What about SureStart PLUS and contractor workmanship?

SureStart PLUS is an enhanced manufacturer program with requirements for the roof system, contractor qualifications, coverage level and registration. It is separate from standard SureStart.

Ask whether your specific proposal includes an eligible program, which level, any charge and the certificate you will receive. This guide does not establish Cross + Crown’s eligibility to issue a particular manufacturer credential or enhanced warranty. Cross + Crown’s workmanship coverage must be stated separately in your contract.

07 · KEEP THE MANUFACTURER REFERENCES

Brochures, installation guides and product documents.

Start with the homeowner guides. Use the product documents for exact installation and specification requirements.

Homeowner brochures, technology and product literature
Regional brochures and color selections
Landmark documents
Landmark PRO documents
Grand Manor documents
Belmont documents
Carriage House documents
Highland Slate documents
Presidential Shake TL documents
Presidential Shake documents
NorthGate ClimateFlex documents
Landmark ClimateFlex documents
Landmark Solaris documents
Patriot XL documents
XT 25 documents
Landmark Premium documents
Landmark PRO Solaris documents
Landmark TL documents
Landmark TL Solaris documents
Presidential Shake IR documents
Presidential Solaris documents
Presidential TL Solaris documents
Patriot documents
Water protection product directory
Underlayment product directory
Starter shingles product directory
Hip and ridge caps product directory
Ventilation product directory
Flintlastic SA product directory
SMARTCOAT product directory

Brochures and color images are CertainTeed materials. Product specific links open the manufacturer’s current documents. Local stock, final selections and project suitability require confirmation. This is Cross + Crown’s homeowner guide, prepared independently from the manufacturer’s published information.

08 · MAKE YOUR PROPOSAL COMPLETE

What you should have in writing.

Use this Cross + Crown planning checklist when comparing proposals.

  • Exact shingle family, color and physical sample approval
  • Roof areas, measurements, pitch and material quantities
  • Removal, disposal and protection of the property
  • Deck repair allowance or price method and approval process
  • Underlayment, waterproofing and product specific starters
  • Flashing, pipe penetrations, valleys and skylight work
  • Ventilation plan and compatible hip and ridge caps
  • Low slope assemblies and roof transitions
  • Workmanship terms, manufacturer warranty and registration
  • Price, payment schedule, exclusions and change approval

Before installation day

Confirm access, parking, deliveries, pets, fragile belongings and the contact for decisions. After completion, keep your proposal, product and color records, invoices, project photos, warranty documents and any registration certificate.

INSPECT. DOCUMENT. EXPLAIN.

Let’s choose the right roof for your home.

Bring your color favorites. We will review the roof, the system and the written scope.

Schedule an inspection

Submit a request. We will contact you to confirm the appointment.

Manufacturer color sample. Confirm local availability and a physical sample before ordering.

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