Is Landmark Pro better than standard Landmark?

Yes. Landmark Pro has heavier base weight and a stronger wind warranty than standard Landmark, and it qualifies for SureStart Plus enhanced warranty when installed by a CertainTeed ShingleMaster contractor like Modex. The $2K-$4K cost premium typically pays for itself in warranty coverage and resale value.

Is Modex a CertainTeed ShingleMaster certified installer?

Yes. CertainTeed ShingleMaster is Modex's primary residential roofing certification. Holding it means we can register every CertainTeed install for SureStart Plus extended warranty coverage. We register every CertainTeed warranty after final payment so the coverage is documented in your name with CertainTeed.

What makes CertainTeed Presidential Shake TL a premium shingle?

Heavy four-shingle stacked profile, triple-layer construction, and a lifetime limited warranty. Presidential Shake TL is CertainTeed's flagship asphalt aesthetic — visually closest to a real cedar shake roof, at a fraction of the cost. $28K-$48K typical Twin Cities install vs $16K-$28K for Landmark Pro. Common on Edina Country Club, Wayzata Bay, and Lake Minnetonka custom builds.

Does NorthGate ClimateFlex qualify for a Minnesota insurance discount?

Yes. NorthGate ClimateFlex is UL 2218 Class 4 impact-rated. Most Minnesota carriers (State Farm, American Family, Allstate, etc.) offer a 10-30% wind/hail premium discount on Class 4 installs. Verify your specific discount with your insurer at policy renewal; the discount often pays back the upgrade cost within 4-7 years on Twin Cities premiums.

How long does a typical CertainTeed install take in Minneapolis?

One to three days on-site for a standard Landmark or Landmark Pro install. Larger or more complex roofs (multiple valleys, dormers) or the premium Presidential Shake TL extend to three to five days due to heavier handling and precision-fit requirements.

What CertainTeed shingles does Modex install in Minneapolis?

Modern Exterior Systems (Modex) is a CertainTeed ShingleMaster certified installer in Minneapolis. We install CertainTeed Landmark, Landmark Pro, NorthGate ClimateFlex (Class 4 impact- resistant), and Presidential Shake TL (premium asphalt). ShingleMaster credential enables CertainTeed's SureStart Plus extended warranty. $14,000 to $48,000 typical Minneapolis install.

Updated May 2026 · Reviewed by Joe Dvorak, Owner, Modern Exterior Systems

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CertainTeed Presidential Shake TL roof on a premium estate

What is CertainTeed?

CertainTeed is one of North America's largest shingle manufacturers, headquartered in Pennsylvania with the broadest product range from entry asphalt through luxury designer lines. The Twin Cities market leader by installed share, CertainTeed's premium products require ShingleMaster contractor certification for full warranty registration and SureStart Plus coverage.

Products

CertainTeed shingle lines for every budget

Entry to luxury architectural asphalt and designer shake

CertainTeed Landmark Pro in Weathered Wood on a Twin Cities home

Landmark Pro architectural shingles

Premium architectural asphalt with lifetime limited warranty and SureStart Plus 5-year non-prorated coverage when installed by Modex ShingleMaster. Twin Cities default for standard premium installs. $14K–$24K typical full house.

CertainTeed Presidential Shake TL in Shadow Gray on a stone-clad luxury home

Presidential Shake TL designer shingles

Heavy 3-piece construction mimicking cedar shake with 30+ year lifespan. Used on Edina, Wayzata, and Lake Minnetonka custom builds. $28K–$48K for full house installation.

CertainTeed NorthGate ClimateFlex in Weathered Wood on a stucco home

NorthGate Class 4 impact-resistant shingles

Rated for 2" hail at 90 mph (UL 2218) and qualifies for 10–30% Minnesota insurance premium discounts. $18K–$30K for full house. Ideal for hail-prone areas.

Warranty

SureStart Plus coverage when installed by Modex

Landmark Pro and Presidential Shake TL carry SureStart Plus 5-year non-prorated material and labor coverage when installed by Modex's ShingleMaster-certified crews. Standard installs without ShingleMaster certification receive CertainTeed's base warranty only — no SureStart Plus extension. We register every CertainTeed warranty after final payment so the coverage is documented in your name with CertainTeed.

5-year non-prorated material + labor coverage
ShingleMaster installation required (Modex holds it)
Stacked on top of CertainTeed's lifetime limited base

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CertainTeed Landmark Pro in Moire Black on a brick home

Certification

Modex holds CertainTeed ShingleMaster status

ShingleMaster is CertainTeed's top installer certification — required for SureStart Plus extended warranty registration on Landmark Pro and Presidential Shake TL. Modex's ShingleMaster status means your roof qualifies for the full warranty pathway CertainTeed designed into these premium lines.

Required for premium warranty registration
Owner-led on high-value installations
Lifetime workmanship (current owner)

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CertainTeed Presidential Shake TL in Aged Bark on a brick home

Pricing

CertainTeed pricing

Typical Twin Cities full-house pricing across CertainTeed's four residential lines. Landmark Pro and Presidential Shake TL qualify for SureStart Plus extended warranty when Modex installs.

Landmark

Entry architectural asphalt

$14K–$24K

Lifetime limited warranty

Includes

Standard architectural profile

Lifetime limited CertainTeed warranty

Budget-friendly Twin Cities default

Wide color palette

Modex lifetime workmanship warranty

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Visualizer

See CertainTeed colors on your own home

CertainTeed's ColorView tool lets you upload a photo of your house and try Landmark Pro, Presidential Shake TL, and the full shingle palette in real-time. AI-driven instant preview — no measuring, no estimate required. Helpful when you're narrowing the color shortlist before we walk the roof.

ColorView is a free tool hosted by CertainTeed (opens in a new tab). Modex is a CertainTeed ShingleMaster — the certification CertainTeed requires for full Landmark Pro and Presidential Shake TL warranty registration.

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Why Modex

Why choose Modex for CertainTeed

Modex brings three core strengths to every CertainTeed installation: ShingleMaster certification that unlocks full warranty protection, owner-led oversight on projects $40K and above, and lifetime workmanship warranty on all our installs.

CertainTeed Presidential Shake TL in Aged Bark blend on a luxury home

ShingleMaster certified contractor

Required for SureStart Plus warranty registration on premium lines. Modex's certification ensures your roof receives the full coverage CertainTeed designed into Landmark Pro and Presidential Shake TL.

CertainTeed Presidential Shake TL in Shadow Gray on a Twin Cities home

Owner-led on high-value projects

Modex owner personally oversees installations $40K and above. Direct accountability and attention to detail on your investment.

CertainTeed Landmark in Burnt Sienna on a Twin Cities home

Lifetime workmanship — for as long as you own the home

Every Modex installation carries our lifetime workmanship warranty (current owner). We stand behind the quality and durability of our crews' work.

Recent CertainTeed installs

Twin Cities homes featuring Landmark Pro, Presidential Shake TL, and NorthGate Class 4 installations from 2024–2026.

CertainTeed NorthGate ClimateFlex in Espresso on a brick home

CertainTeed Belmont IR in Black Granite — Class 4 impact-resistant install

Questions

Common questions about CertainTeed shingle products, warranties, and Modex installation.

Still have questions?

Call 952-206-6339 or request a quote — we'll measure your roof and write a line-by-line CertainTeed scope.

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Reviewed by Joe Dvorak, Owner, Modern Exterior Systems · Updated May 2026

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What CertainTeed shingles does Modex install in Minneapolis?

What is CertainTeed?

CertainTeed shingle lines for every budget

Landmark Pro architectural shingles

Presidential Shake TL designer shingles

NorthGate Class 4 impact-resistant shingles

SureStart Plus coverage when installed by Modex

Modex holds CertainTeed ShingleMaster status

CertainTeed pricing

Landmark

$14K–$24K

See CertainTeed colors on your own home

Why choose Modex for CertainTeed

ShingleMaster certified contractor

Owner-led on high-value projects

Lifetime workmanship — for as long as you own the home

Recent CertainTeed installs

Questions

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