CertainTeed SELECT ShingleMaster and SARP installer training

CertainTeed's contractor program is tiered: Registered, Credentialed, ShingleMaster (requires at least one SARP-trained crew), and SELECT ShingleMaster (requires 2+ SARP crews and a strong track record). SARP — Shingle Applicator Recognized Professional — is a real competency signal because it trains the installers doing the actual roofing work, not just certifying the business owner. This is a meaningful distinction from certifications that are primarily volume-based. SELECT ShingleMaster unlocks the SureStart PLUS 5-STAR Warranty, which includes workmanship coverage backed by CertainTeed directly (not just by the contractor). For a homeowner who prioritizes installer-level craftsmanship over brand prestige, SELECT ShingleMaster carries a meaningfully stronger signal than business-only top tiers from other manufacturers. That doesn't make it universally better — a homeowner choosing a different manufacturer's top tier for warranty terms or product fit can still get excellent installation — but if installer training depth is the priority, SARP is the specific feature worth asking about. Because the tier names are easy to confuse, homeowners often verify SELECT ShingleMaster status directly on certainteed.com's Find a Pro tool. [Source: CertainTeed SureStart PLUS Program; CertainTeed SARP certification]