Is Roof Doctor NM TAMKO certified?

No — we've attended in-person TAMKO product-knowledge training (Albuquerque, NM), but TAMKO generally does not issue individual "certified" credentials for product training. We list this as training attended, never as certification. That distinction matters and we keep it strict.

What do you look for on a TAMKO install?

We check the finished roof against TAMKO's published install spec — nailing pattern, flashings, underlayment, accessories, and warranty registration paperwork. Heritage series install spec + warranty tiers

Should I hire a TAMKO-authorized contractor?

For system warranty coverage (like GAF Golden Pledge or Owens Corning Platinum), yes — only manufacturer-authorized installers can register those warranties. For the roof itself, install quality matters more than the badge. We'll tell you honestly whether the bid you have satisfies the TAMKO warranty requirements.

Manufacturer notes

TAMKO

Asphalt shingle systems — inspector's-eye notes on install spec, warranty requirements, and what typically gets skipped on NM installs.

Training attended

Heritage series install spec + warranty tiers

Albuquerque, NM

Owner-attested attendance. TAMKO does not typically issue individual certificates for product-knowledge sessions. Listed as training attended, never as certification.

What we check on a TAMKO install

Nailing pattern — 4 vs 6 nails per shingle changes the wind warranty entirely.
Starter strip at eaves and rakes — missing starter = wind lift within 2 storms.
Ice & water shield in valleys and around all penetrations, not just eaves.
Ridge cap must be manufacturer-matched hip/ridge, not cut-up field shingles.
Balanced attic ventilation — required for the shingle warranty to stay valid.

Questions to ask any contractor bidding TAMKO on your roof

Are you a TAMKO-authorized installer? Can you register the manufacturer's system warranty on my roof?
Which TAMKO product line are you installing? What's the exact spec — nailing pattern, underlayment, accessories?
Will you supply photos of critical details (valleys, penetrations, flashings) before dry-in and after tear-off?
Does the TAMKO warranty on this bid cover material only, labor + material, or full system with workmanship?
What's your written policy if a TAMKO warranty claim is denied later because install spec wasn't met?