Owens Corning
Preferred
Contractor MS
Not every roofer is created equal. As a certified Owens Corning Preferred Contractor, Ultimate Roofing gives Mississippi homeowners access to enhanced warranties — including Platinum Protection — that non-certified installers simply cannot offer. The certification exists to protect you.
What Is an Owens Corning
Preferred Contractor?
Owens Corning is one of the most recognized names in roofing materials — their shingles are sold through roofing distributors to any licensed contractor willing to buy them. But buying their products does not make someone a Preferred Contractor. To earn that designation, a roofing company must apply, be vetted, and meet a defined set of requirements covering licensing, insurance, installation quality standards, and ongoing business conduct. Owens Corning maintains a database of Preferred Contractors that homeowners can search and verify, giving the designation real accountability behind it.
What this means for you as a homeowner is straightforward: a Preferred Contractor has demonstrated to the manufacturer that they know how to install the product correctly and that they operate as a legitimate, insured business. This vetting is what unlocks the higher warranty tiers — Owens Corning will only stand behind extended warranties when the installation was done by someone they’ve certified. A non-Preferred installer can hand you a piece of paper that says “lifetime warranty,” but it won’t carry the same manufacturer backing. Ultimate Roofing earned Preferred Contractor status and maintains it — that’s not just a badge, it’s an ongoing standard we’re held to.
What You Get as a Homeowner
Choosing an Owens Corning Preferred Contractor isn’t just about brand name recognition. It comes with concrete protections most homeowners don’t know they’re missing out on.
Preferred Contractors have access to Owens Corning’s complete shingle lineup — including premium Duration Series and designer options — and can install the full roofing system (underlayment, ridge cap, ventilation) to spec.
Only Preferred Contractors can offer the System Protection and Platinum Protection Limited Warranties. Platinum Protection is Owens Corning’s strongest — non-prorated, transferable to a new owner, and covers both material and labor costs for the life of the roof.
Preferred Contractors are trained and accountable for following Owens Corning’s installation specifications. Improper installation — wrong nail placement, insufficient overlap, incorrect ventilation — voids warranties and causes premature failure. Certification reduces that risk.
If you ever need to file a warranty claim for a product defect, having a Preferred Contractor installation means Owens Corning has a record of your project and the warranty terms are enforceable. No Preferred Contractor, no manufacturer recourse.
Owens Corning Warranty Tiers Compared
The warranty you get depends on who installs your roof. Here’s what each tier covers — and which ones require a Preferred Contractor.
| Coverage | Standard Limited Warranty | System Protection Limited Warranty | Platinum Protection Limited Warranty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Who Can Offer It | Any installer | Preferred Contractors only | Preferred Contractors only Best |
| Shingle Defects Covered | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Full Roofing System Coverage | — Shingles only | ✓ Full system | ✓ Full system |
| Labor Costs Covered | — No | — No | ✓ Yes |
| Coverage Duration | Limited Lifetime (prorated) | Limited Lifetime (prorated) | Limited Lifetime (non-prorated) |
| Transferable to New Owner | — No | ✓ Yes (one time) | ✓ Yes (one time) |
| Wind Coverage | 110 mph (standard shingles) | 130 mph | 130 mph |
| Algae Resistance Coverage | 10 years (where applicable) | 25 years | 25 years |
Warranty terms are subject to Owens Corning’s published warranty documents. Coverage details may vary by shingle product. Ask us about the specific warranty available for your selected shingle line.
Shingle Lines We Install
As a Preferred Contractor, Ultimate Roofing installs Owens Corning’s full residential shingle lineup. Here are the three most popular options for Mississippi homeowners.
The Duration Series is Owens Corning’s flagship architectural shingle line, built around their patented SureNail Technology — a wide nailing zone that provides exceptional wind resistance and installation consistency. Duration shingles are the choice for homeowners who want proven durability, a strong warranty, and a wide range of color options.
TruDefinition Duration shingles add enhanced color contrast and a more defined architectural shadow line to the standard Duration platform. If curb appeal matters as much as performance — and for many Mississippi homeowners it does — TruDefinition delivers a richer, more dimensional look without sacrificing durability or warranty terms.
The Oakridge Series offers solid architectural shingle performance at an accessible price point, making it a popular choice for homeowners replacing a damaged roof on a defined budget or those planning to sell their home in the near future. Oakridge shingles deliver the Owens Corning quality standard without the premium price of the Duration lineup.
Why It Matters More
in Mississippi
Mississippi roofs take a beating. DeSoto County and the surrounding region sits in a zone with one of the highest concentrations of severe weather in the country — including hail events, straight-line winds, and summer thunderstorms that can push sustained gusts well beyond what a standard shingle installation is built to handle.
This is exactly where the combination of a Preferred Contractor installation and an enhanced Owens Corning warranty creates real peace of mind. When shingles are installed to manufacturer specifications by a certified contractor, the installation holds better in high-wind events, and when damage does occur, you have a clear warranty claim path rather than a dispute with a contractor who’s moved on or gone out of business.
Mississippi’s intense heat also accelerates shingle degradation when lower-quality products or improper installation is involved. Owens Corning’s architectural shingle lines are engineered for high-UV environments, and proper Preferred Contractor installation ensures the roof deck, underlayment, and ventilation system all work together to extend the life of your investment — not just the shingles themselves.
Why Mississippi Homeowners
Choose Ultimate Roofing
Being an Owens Corning Preferred Contractor is one piece of the picture. What actually matters is the company behind the certification — a team that shows up, does the work correctly, and is still in business if you ever need them.
Schedule a Free Estimate- Owens Corning Preferred Contractor — certified, verified, and listed on Owens Corning’s official directory
- Platinum Protection warranty available — labor and material coverage, non-prorated, transferable
- A+ BBB Accredited — accountable to an independent business standards organization
- 4.9 stars on Google — Verified reviews from DeSoto County and surrounding area homeowners
- Full shingle line access — Duration, TruDefinition, Oakridge, and specialty products
- Licensed Mississippi contractor — State Board License R18259
- Free, no-pressure estimates — we’ll walk you through warranty options before any commitment
Owens Corning Preferred Contractor
Questions Answered
An Owens Corning Preferred Contractor is a roofing company that has been vetted and approved by Owens Corning to install their products and offer enhanced warranty coverage. To earn and maintain Preferred status, a contractor must meet Owens Corning’s requirements for installation quality, business practices, licensing, insurance, and customer satisfaction. Preferred Contractors have access to warranty products — including the Platinum Protection Limited Warranty — that are not available through non-certified installers. Ultimate Roofing is a certified Owens Corning Preferred Contractor serving Mississippi and Tennessee.
The warranty you receive depends on the shingle product and who installs it. Standard Owens Corning shingles come with a Limited Lifetime Warranty covering manufacturing defects. When installed by a Preferred Contractor like Ultimate Roofing, you can upgrade to the System Protection Limited Warranty (covers the full roofing system, not just shingles) or the Platinum Protection Limited Warranty — Owens Corning’s strongest coverage, which is non-prorated, transferable to a new homeowner, and covers both material and labor for the life of the roof. Only Preferred Contractors can offer Platinum Protection.
Any roofer can buy and install Owens Corning shingles. The difference is certification and accountability. A Preferred Contractor has been vetted for proper licensing, insurance, and installation practices. They’re trained on Owens Corning installation specifications and are held to ongoing performance standards. More importantly, they can offer warranty tiers that a standard installer cannot — meaning if something goes wrong with your roof, you have a manufacturer standing behind the work, not just the contractor’s verbal promise.
Owens Corning shingle warranties cover manufacturing defects — not storm events like hail, wind damage beyond certain thresholds, or fallen debris. Storm damage is a homeowner’s insurance claim, not a manufacturer warranty claim. However, the two work together: your manufacturer warranty protects you if shingles fail due to product issues, and your homeowner’s insurance covers sudden storm events. Ultimate Roofing helps homeowners navigate both — we document storm damage for insurance claims and ensure your installation is done to manufacturer specs so warranty claims are valid when you need them.
You can verify any contractor’s Owens Corning Preferred status on the Owens Corning website using their contractor locator tool at owenscorning.com. Simply search by zip code or contractor name. Ultimate Roofing is a verified Preferred Contractor — you’re welcome to check us there or call Owens Corning directly. Be cautious of any contractor who claims Preferred status but can’t be verified through the official directory or cannot provide documentation of their certification.
Get Owens Corning Preferred
Installation — Free Estimate
The warranty you get depends on who installs your roof. Get it installed right — and get the coverage that protects your home for the long run.