Owens Corning manufactures asphalt roofing shingles and complete roofing-system components for residential applications. The company is headquartered in Toledo, Ohio. Corporate sales and staffing change from year to year; readers looking for company scale should use the latest annual report rather than an undated “today” figure.
Company History
Owens Corning Fiberglas Corporation began in 1938 after work by Owens-Illinois and Corning Glass Works. The company adopted the name Owens Corning in 1996. Asbestos liabilities from products made decades earlier led Owens Corning and certain subsidiaries to file for Chapter 11 reorganization on October 5, 2000. They emerged on October 31, 2006, and the reorganized company relisted on the New York Stock Exchange the next day. These dates and the reason for the reorganization are documented in Owens Corning’s SEC filing.
A Florida jury verdict sometimes assigned to 1999 in summaries was rendered in 1997; litigation continued through a 1999 Florida Supreme Court decision. That distinction matters when describing the company’s legal history. See the Florida case record.
Roofing Contractor Network
Owens Corning’s homeowner-facing contractor locator identifies Preferred and Platinum Preferred contractors. Platinum Preferred is the top tier and can offer the company’s broadest roofing-system warranty options. Network contractors are independent businesses, not Owens Corning employees or agents.
Program standards and warranty privileges can change. Verify a contractor’s current status through the Owens Corning contractor locator, then independently confirm licensing, insurance, references, scope, and responsibility for workmanship.
Product Lines
Owens Corning’s current range includes multiple Duration series shingles, Oakridge, Berkshire, Supreme, Woodcrest, Woodmoor, and region-specific products and colors. Duration variants include products focused on color, impact resistance, cool-roof performance, or a thicker wood-shake appearance. Availability and specifications differ by region.
Because catalogs change, homeowners should use the live Owens Corning shingle overview and the technical data sheet for the exact product rather than relying on older lists. Compare fire, wind, impact, algae, and solar-reflectance claims only for the named shingle and approved assembly.
Warranty terms vary by shingle, property type, roof-system components, installation, wind-rating requirements, algae region, contractor tier, and registration. Many current residential shingles carry limited lifetime material coverage, but the non-prorated period, wind coverage, algae coverage, transfer rights, labor, and workmanship protection are separate issues.
Some extended roofing-system warranties are available only through eligible Preferred or Platinum Preferred contractors. A “limited lifetime” warranty is not a promise that a roof will last for a particular number of years. Read the current product warranty, exclusions, and installation requirements before choosing a system; Owens Corning maintains its current roofing warranty information online.
Archived Homeowner Reviews
These reviews were submitted to RoofingCompare.com by homeowners and other consumers. They are historical, individual opinions; RoofingCompare.com has not independently verified each claim. Products, ownership, availability, and warranty terms may have changed since a review was written. New review submissions are closed.
Owens Corning shingles reviews
31 archived reviews from November 7, 2017 to March 15, 2020 · Average rating: 4.7 out of 5
L Maxwell · Sedro Woolley, WA
· 1 out of 5
Bad Product
Warning, Warning Owens Corning Roofing is crap. After 14 years, my 40 year shingles are falling apart, splits, cracks, missing granules, and seals coming up. They say it's not a defective product??? Crap product and they don't stand behind their product. Buy your roofing from a better dealer....BUYER Beware
Alisa Boyd · Springfield, MO
· 1 out of 5
Model: Oakridge
A Bad Product
I am writing in regard to defective shingles that were used on my roof in 2010. These shingles were manufactured by Owens Corning and installed by Dale’s Roofing of Springfield, MO.
In the fall of 2019, we noticed a leak. I contacted several roofing companies to get a bid on what I thought would be a small repair job. At the advice of one of the roofers, I also contacted my insurance company. The roofers and the insurance inspector (from State Farm) informed me that my shingles were losing granules—the sign of an aging roof. My roof, however, was only 10 years old, and it was covered by a 30-year warranty.
I contacted Owens Corning to make a claim under my warranty protection. In order to do complete their process (aka jumping through their multiple hoops), I contacted the company that installed the roof, Dale’s Roofing.
At the end of December 2019, I received the attached letter from Owens Corning detailing what they would provide. In essence, they agreed to provide 2/3 of the required shingles for my roof, the same shingles as the ones that are currently on my roof and have proved defective. At this point I began to do a bit of research into Owens Corning and their Oakridge shingles. I discovered that they were first sued about the defects of Oakridge shingles in 2006, yet continued to manufacture and distribute the same faulty product. Efforts to assemble a class-action lawsuit have failed.
To put the Owens Corning offer into perspective, they are offering me their product valued at less than $500 toward a new roof that will cost me at least $7500. I would not need to put on a new roof right now if their product had performed as they promised. I would have expected not to worry about a new roof until at least 2035, and that’s expecting the shingles to prove reliable for only 25 years vs. the expected 30. Also, I find it incredibly arrogant that I’m being offered the same product that they’ve known is defective since 2006—a product that continues to have problems living up to the expectations Owens Corning promises with their shingles.
Because of their knowledge of the defect previous to installation on my roof, I believe Owens Corning should give me $7500—the average cost for a new roof in Springfield, MO. Then I could select shingles from another company and have someone other than Dale’s Roofing install them. I would also find it acceptable for Owens-Corning to cut a check directly to the roofing company I choose.
I do not intend to spend more money in a lawsuit than I would spend on my roof, as I need that money to go towards a roof I shouldn’t have to be replacing. However, I am wondering if there’s any recourse through the Better Business Bureau or other consumer protection agencies for a fairer resolution to this issue.
Portland, Texas
· 5 out of 5
Model: TD30
Best Shingles to have for windy weather
I am a fan of the Owens Corning Duration Shingles. I have had them for about 13 months now. That is what we used to replace our previous roof after the hurricane. Living on the coast, you need a shingle that will withstand high winds and these shingles will withstand up to 130 mph winds. We got to pick a color, which was a plus, to match the house. There is a tru-bond seal to make sure the shingle stays in place with high winds. It also has a lifetime warranty as long as we own the home. I would definitely buy these shingles again and would recommend to friends/family. I have really not found anything I dislike about these shingles.
West Warwick, RI
· 5 out of 5
Model: Oakridge
565 quaker lane
I have had Owens Corning shingles (Oakridge) for 10 years now. They were expensive to buy and have installed, but so far I have had no problems with them. I live in New England and we get a lot of rain and show. I have had no leaks, and the shigles look brand new. I like the fact that I have a lot of colors to choose from with the Oakridge line. I chose a dark beigh, and it is beautiful. I would definitely choose them again.
Au Gres, Mi
· 5 out of 5
Model: Classic 20
Happy with my roof shingles so far.
I've had this roof for over 15 years and I haven't had any problems so far. We get a lot of wind near the lake and it's not uncommon for shingles to blow off. Mine have remained intact. I'm very happy with the way they look after this many years. They get a lot of cold weather and snow as well, especially on the north side of the house, and they have also held up well in those conditions. They haven't chipped off or faded or weathered in any way. I would for sure choose an Owens Corning shingle again. I hope they hold up as well for another ten years or more. It was not a very expensive roof, so I didn't expect it to last as long as it has. It also has never leaked, as far as we know. A good shingle for the price so far.
binghamton new york
· 5 out of 5
Model: EK11
great shingles!
We have owned our home for about 10 years now and finally had to replace the shingles. We did this about 1.5 years ago and couldn't have been happier. They are very durable and have lasted through all the different weather extremes we get here in New York. I like the quality and the price, along with the durability. The look of the shingles are great. There isn't anything that I dislike about them (shocking, I know!). It was a really great product and I'm glad we chose them. It's only been 1.5 years, but so far, so good we have not had to replace or repair anything yet! Hoping to not have to do so for quite some time. I would absolutely buy this brand again and I have suggested it to all my friends and family who are in the market for shingles!
Holland, PA
· 5 out of 5
Model: 10086
Asphalt Shingles in PA
I am very satisfied with the gray asphalt shingles from Owens Corning. I had the shingles installed about two years ago and everything looks as good as the day they were installed. I like the gray color and the texture of the shingle as we have a dutch roof. It compliments the siding well. We have not had to do anything to our roof since the installation in 2016. I would definitely recommend Owens to anyone who needs a new asphalt roof. The shingles are estimated to last 20 years, so I should be in good shape for awhile, but I would definitely buy Corning again.
Jackson Center, OH
· 5 out of 5
Model: HL20
My Roofing Experience
I am very satisfied with the Owens Corning Oakridge roof shingles. I have owned the shingles for a little over a year now. I like the color and texture of the shingles. I went with the gray laminated shingles and they look perfect with my house. I don't have any dislikes towards this particular product. It's a great product that lets you get the job done well on a budget. So far I have not needed any repairs or have had to replace any shingles. I would 100% recommend this product to any of my friends and family members. Me and my husband were able to install the shingles by ourselves. It took us about 7 hours because our roof size is pretty large. When we first purchased the Owens Oakridge roof shingles we were nervous because the price was not as expensive as we have seen elsewhere on similar products. We took the risk and purchased them and were amazed at the quality of the shingles. We are big budget shoppers, so I'm very happy it turned out to be a great product.
Columbia, SC
· 5 out of 5
Model: TDSH
Owens Corning Architectural review
We have had these shingles for a couple of years now, and have had all sorts of weather. We live close to a hurricane zone, and have been through a couple of major hurricanes with no problems from these shingles. The color matches our house perfectly and has not faded at all. We have loved the shingles so much that we would recommend the same to our friends and family. The lifetime warranty is a huge plus for us, and would be a benefit to anyone who is currently shopping for shingles. We would definitely buy the same shingles again!
Chicago, IL
· 5 out of 5
Model: PM20
Owens Corning Shingles
Moved into our house almost 3 years ago and had to redo the roof. Went to our local hardware store and they suggested Owens Corning Supreme shingles for a moderately decent price and quality. We chose the gray color to go against the normal black and brown we see on a lot of the houses near us. I would absolutely recommend this brand to a friend, it's good quality, affordable and it was easy to install. This brand also has a 25 year warranty, which is also something that we were looking for and were pleased with.
Modesto CA
· 5 out of 5
Model: Berkshire
Great shingles at a great price, these are the best I have ever had on a house I've owned
I've had these shingles on my house for the last five years. They were installed by a contractor who had been referred to me by a friend. He recommended these shingles when we went over a plethora of options for my house. They have held up great and I've never had to get them repaired. I love the look and the durability it offers, and it has no shortcomings as far as it is concerned. I would definitely purchase these again if I ever move to another house that needs roof work.
Houston, TX
· 5 out of 5
Model: Cool Roof Collection
Quality job/Quality product
A year ago, we had our roof replaced after a hail storm. The company we selected to complete the replacement recommended Owens Corning, and we could not be happier. We chose the Cool Roof Collection because of the quality of product, and for me, for the shingle colors that were available. Aesthetically, the color we selected really compliments the brick and siding on our home. In fact, it gave our home a completely new look. As for the product, the roofer told us to expect a change in our electric bill during the summer months. We were a bit skeptical, but he was correct. While the change in AC was not overwhelmingly significant, it was definitely noticeable. Our attic and garage areas were cooler, as well. Because we live in a southern state, energy efficiency in our home is important to us. We could not be happier with the product we selected. We would recommend this product to any homeowner who is needing roof replacement.
Malinta, OH
· 5 out of 5
Model: HL01
Shingles that last
We bought these shingles from a contractor about 5 years ago and they have been great so far. The house we have is old and right before we bought these shingles, there were leaks all over our house. When we finally had them replaced, our house was without any leaks and it has done a great job since. I would highly recommend these shingles, as they have really shored up our house and mad it look much better, as well. Plus, they were actually quite affordable.
Dallas, TX
· 4 out of 5
Model: HL20
Review of Owens Corning Oakridge Shingles
I have owned these shingles for about 6 months. I had to replace my old shingles after a bad hailstorm damaged my old shingles and many of my neighbors' shingles. I like how strong these shingles are and I can tell that they are sturdy and firm. I recommended these shingles to some neighbors. I like the visual aesthetic of these shingles. It was a little on the pricier side but I needed something immediately so I picked these up at a local hardware store. So far, they have not needed any kind of repair. I would definitely consider buying these same shingles again if I needed to, in the event of another storm or some kind of other damage. Overall, I would say that I am happy with my purchase. It does look better than my old shingles which I had before the hailstorm and I would definitely recommend looking into buying these shingles.
CA
· 5 out of 5
Model: I am not sure. Bought these year
My roof shingles
We bought our roof shingles about 12 years ago when we got our house painted. They are the same color as the original house shingles, terra-cotta red, but they are brand new, as the old ones were getting worn out. We love the look and feel of our house with the new paint job and our new roof shingles. The shingles make the house look expensive, cozy, and updated. We have not has any problems with the shingles. They dispell water way from the top of the roof, and into the rain gutters on the sides of the house. They do what they are supposed to and do not give us any extra issues or maintenance. I like everything about the. If we were to do anything different, we would try another color, possibly the darker gray color, just for a change to see how it lookes. However, our shingles are meant to last for decades, so we will not be trying any new colors any time soon. We are satisfied with what we have.
Plano, TX
· 5 out of 5
Model: TD20
The house I am living in has had three hail storms and only one roof
I have just started applying the shingles to a storage shed that I built and am very pleased with the simplicity of lining up the shingles. I have used three tab shingles in the past on other projects and have found it somewhat hard to keep them in a straight line. The nail strip fabric is amazing, as someone finally figured out if you made the nail area tough, the shingle will stand much more wind. The architectural shingles are much easier to line up and are thicker in the nailing area, which makes it harder to damage one of them if hit a little too hard when nailing. A few bent tips on a few shingles, will see if they flatten out over time. These are the same shingles I had installed on my home a number of years ago and have never had any trouble with them. Overall, this is a very good product.
When we bought our new house the previous owner had just installed Owens Corning TruDefinition Duration Architectural Shingles. They have been fantastic. They're holding up extremely well, and have a great warranty. If I have to get new shingles in the future, I will certainly be getting these again.
lexington, Ky
· 5 out of 5
Shingles to live by!
This shingle has been the best decision for my house ever. I live under pine trees and sometimes the moss and needles do get stuck often. A few winters ago, I noticed I was losing heat through my roof and thought well, roof is getting redone, might as well get new shingles for entire house. I eventually went with the Duration Chateau Green shingles after much debate and research. The price was within my budget, and I liked the look as well. This was back in 2014 or there abouts. The roof was replaced and then they moved to stripping all the shingles. Seeing a bare roof was a bit scary. If I had to do it again, I would have gotten the roof re shingled when i bought it years ago. I still recommend the brand Owns Corning to anyone I can, they simply are durable and have so so many options to work with.
Dillsburg, PA
· 5 out of 5
Model: True definition
Home Roof Shingles Review
I have owned the Owens Corning shingles for 2 years and they are holding up great! I have not experienced any of them falling off in a storm and have not had any issues with leaking through the roof. I do dislike the color but that doesn't have much to do with the quality of the shingles. I have never had to repair any of the shingles as of yet. I would buy this same product again and will do so after the lifespan of these ones are up which is about 10 years. I would definitely recommend these shingles to a friend or any one out there looking to replace the shingles on their roof or install new shingles completely! They are a great quality and this company really knows how to make them right. I couldn't have asked for a better product to put on my roof. In fact, in my eyes, these shingles are the number one product out there.
Indianapolis, IN
· 5 out of 5
Model: TD20
Strong, Durable and Attractive
I bought my house in 2013 and replaced the roof shortly after. I researched lots of different shingles because I wanted to chose one that would be the last one I'd put up for a very long time. The one name that kept coming up was Owens Corning TruDefinition. I decided to go with that, in Estate Gray. Nearly 5 years later, I couldn't be more satisfied. My roof still looks brand new and it has stood up to multiple storms, fallen branches, hail, etc. I get compliments all the time. The singles and thick and heavy-duty and the color truly resists fading. The stick strip is ready to seal with lots of glue to hold the shingles from going loose in the breeze. I haven't had to replace a single shingle yet. I would definitely recommend these shingles to friends and in the future, should I ever move or need to replace another roof, I will choose this kind again.
Minneapolis
· 5 out of 5
Model: Duration Designer
I likes my shingles.
Once again, we had hail damage, so we had to get our roof replaced. This time we decided to upgrade a little because we had installed new siding put on the front of the house and wanted the roof to pop a little. We went for the Owens Duration Designer Summer Harvest, which looks really nice against the new siding. Otherwise, I'm not sure what else to say. The shingles have stayed on the roof and haven't faded. I don't know whether they will stand up to our next hail storm. We'll just have to wait and see.
Redondo Beach, CA
· 5 out of 5
Model: HSINSTOCDLAS
I've got shingles!
I've had these shingles for a year now, and I've gotta say, they Do. The. Job. They're easy to install, and if you make a mistake, easy to remove. The texture to them feels nice and solid. I feel like I'm working with roofing gold. I would totally buy this brand again if I'm still living in this home long enough to get my roof reshingled! My roof looks a lot better now after I have done the work. I've got the nicest roof on the block now! Neighbors are asking me all the time, they're asking,"Who did you're roof?" I tell them, "Are you blind? It was me! I did with the Owens Corning Roof shingles! They are stunned and usually mention doing the same thing!
Decatur, IL
· 5 out of 5
Model: SASO23
Owens Corning Supreme Shingle Review that are brown wood in color on my home.
I have had these shingles for 6 years and love them. They were priced right by my local contractor and they typically use them for most applications. The installers appeared to install them quickly and found no bad packages within the pallet that was delivered to be installed. I like that they are attractive and of course don't allow water or anything else to leak inside the home. I can inspect my attic easily by a staircase and can confirm these are not allowing any leakage and do not see any problems in the wood from the attic. I've not had to do anything to repair or replace these shingles. I'm no expert in shingles and am just a normal homeowner but believe these to be of superior quality when I look around my neighborhood I believe I have the best looking shingles as far as shingles go. I would buy this brand again and I would recommend this brand and this model to my friends.
Brooklyn, NY
· 5 out of 5
Model: Driftwood Laminated Architectura
High Quality but Expensive Shingles.
I bought these shingles back in 2013, it was initially suppose to be a patch job because a a storm had damaged my roof. These shingles came highly recommended and I decided to give them a try. I was so impressed with how well they were made I went right back to the store to get enough to cover my entire roof. The shingle actually has a unique design that allows you to nail through the top of the shingle due to a black strip. This strip created a sealed barrier that will keep water out and will not split apart. My wife was specifically pleased with the color choices and their ability to reflect light which gives the house that "sparkling" look. If I had to say anything negative about the product it would be the cost. At about 95 bucks per square, it can get extremely costly if you are on a budget. However, I will say you get what you pay for here and that is top quality.
Toledo, OH
· 5 out of 5
Model: HSINSTOCDLAS
Pleased with these shingles so far.
We started to have a some leaks about 8 years ago and they were getting worse even with repairs. So about 5 years ago, we had the Owens Corning charcoal dimensionals installed. The install went great and it was quick too, the guys that did it had no problems. They look fantastic, much better than the 30 year old shingles we had on previously. We have had no leaks so far and they seem to be holding together all right. We even had a wind storm last year with 50 to 60 mph gusts and did not lose a single shingle. Many of our neighbor's did however and I am really pleased with the way our shingles weathered the storm. If I had to do it over again, I wouldn't hesitate to use the Owens Corning product again. I've always heard they had quality shingles and now i know it for sure.
Syracuse, NY
· 5 out of 5
Model: Corning Oakridge
My Shingles and Me
I really enjoy my shingles. They have a laminated feel to them, and have been extremely sturdy. They are around 32 square feet, and fit perfectly on my roof. We have had many storms and inclement weather but my shingles have been no issue. Nothing sticks to them either, so during the Spring and Summer pollen is not an issue. My only complaint is that due to size sometimes leaves get stuck up there, I have to go on the roof and clean it about 2-3x a year. Other than that though I really enjoy these Owens shingles. I would definitely recommend it to a friend. It was cost efficient and also extremely easy to install. I have had them for nearly five years now and have not had to repair or replace anything, though I may do it soon in the future just for safety's sake. I would also try out other lines of Owen's shingles if it was recommended to me by a friend or expert.
BR · Corvallis, OR
· 4 out of 5
Asphalt roofing shingles
The shingles have been installed for about 1 year now. I bought them specifically for the price point and the color but also the reviews were good and since I am in a very rainy area I needed something dependable. Ever since they were installed they have worked flawlessly and we have not had to replace any or have had any leaks in the house. I know that it is too early to tell if they are going to be dependable but I have a friend that swears by this brand and he has convinced me that they will last 10+ years with no issues. Now that I made the purchase (albeit on credit) I would for sure recommend them to a friend because of the low price factor. I was quoted by a couple companies at rates 25% higher than the company that used these shingles that I bought from home depot and they installed them so it was a big money saver. We will see over the next decade or so how they hold up and if these savings were actually not savings at all. Another point that might be important is that Home Depot referred me to this specific one when I wanted the best overall value. They said that some of the shingles had better look and would cost about 50% more but that the function of these was close to if not the exact same performance. So obviously being the cheapo person I am went with the best value.
JH · Rosenberg, TX
· 5 out of 5
Owens Corning Roof Shingles Review
We have enjoyed our Ownes Corning roof shingles for 1 and 3/4 years. The shingles were on installed on our new build home and have withstood the winds from a EF-0 tornado that passed over our home in February of this year, as well as withstanding the winds from Hurricane Harvey. We did not get the full force winds of a CAT 4 hurricane like other people did in south Texas, but we did receive tropical storm force winds sustained for over 2 days. We have had heavy rains here as well because of Hurricane Harvey, and the shingles have stood up well to the stresses of the past year. I am very happy with our choice to put this shingle on our home.
sdt · Florence, MS
· 5 out of 5
Owens Corning Archetectural shingles
The original shingles installed on my home when I bought it new in 2008 were misinstalled. I had to have a complete tear-off and replaced with these in Jan, 2015. I love them, they were installed by a quality installer, and I have had no problems whatsoever.
Alex C · Sacramento, california
· 5 out of 5
Switch to asphalt shingles if you want a quieter home
The change from laminate shingles to asphalt shingles is noticeable. Ever since I got my roof redone and decided to go with asphalt the amount of reduced noise every single night was worth every penny. Just during this last winter when it was pouring rain it felt like you could hear every drop on the old shingles whereas on these it's almost like there's a silencer on the roof. I have had asphalt shingles for a little over a year now and I'm very satisfied with my purchase. The pricing was affordable, the brand name reliable, and the roof now sturdy. Given the opportunity I would buy asphalt shingles again. The company I am not exactly married to but their product has been satisfactory. However, I wouldn't mind if I had received them through another brand. Regardless I feel like it would have been a good product. I know that asphalt shingles have a Class a fire rating which is a definite Pro to getting them. Hopefully I will never need them for that reason but it is comforting to know that if that tragedy does arrive I am prepared for it. The installation of asphalt shingles was actually a lot easier than I thought they would be. The installation was simple and was able to be completed in a very short and very convenient amount of time.
SS · Pueblo, Colorado
· 5 out of 5
Nice Roof!
I went with these shingles 8 years ago after my roof was nearly ripped off. I was actually impressed by them. One, the color, it stands out. Never had complements like I do now of people passing by and saying "nice roof" before. Second, we've had several large hail storms since installing, and while all my neighbors have had to replace their roof, mine still looks great! I've referred them to my friends and family, and I would definitely pay the little bit extra to buy them again when needed.
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