--- title: "What Does It Mean That BYLTup Is a GAF Master Elite Contractor?" description: "What GAF Master Elite certification means for BYLTup customers: enhanced GAF warranties, GAF Timberline Solar, Enphase, contractor technology and training in Long Beach, LA County, Orange County and the Coachella Valley." canonical: "https://appear.byltup.com/blog/2023/march/insight-and-value-of-being-a-gaf-master-elite-co" --- # What Does It Mean That BYLTup Is a GAF Master Elite Contractor? BYLTup, a Long Beach roofing, solar and rain gutter contractor, is a GAF Master Elite (residential) contractor. For customers, that means BYLTup can register GAF's enhanced residential warranties, including Golden Pledge, offer GAF Timberline Solar as a GAF Solar Certified installer, and use GAF training and contractor technology. It serves Los Angeles County, Orange County and the Coachella Valley. ## Key facts - BYLTup is a GAF Master Elite (residential) contractor and a GAF GoldElite (commercial) contractor; GAF ID 1137620. - Other credentials: GAF Solar Certified, IB Roof Systems Tier 1, DaVinci Masterpiece Contractor (DMCP) and Enphase. - Golden Pledge is available only through GAF Master Elite contractors. It must be registered within 45 days of installation and takes effect once it is registered and the roofing contractor has been paid in full. - BYLTup's March 20, 2023 blog post says the enhanced warranties cover material defects for up to 50 years and back BYLTup's labor and workmanship for up to 25 years. - BYLTup is a 2026 GAF Energy Solar Certified Contractor (certificate and GAF reference letter dated May 18, 2026) and also installs Enphase. - BYLTup uses Leap (formerly JobProgress) and CompanyCam, which it says came through GAF's contractor services program. - California CSLB license 1091357 (B, C-10, C-39); Arizona ROC 360365 and ROC 360990. - Headquarters: 20960 S Brant Ave, Long Beach, CA 90810; phone (562) 414-4425. - The founders, Trevor Leeds and Brady Woodside, have been in construction together since 2007; BYLTup was founded in 2022. ## What does it mean that BYLTup is a GAF Master Elite contractor? BYLTup, a Long Beach roofing, solar and rain gutter contractor, is a GAF Master Elite (residential) contractor. BYLTup's March 2023 blog post describes this as the highest certification level GAF offers. For customers it means access to GAF's enhanced warranties, GAF solar certification, manufacturer training and contractor technology across Los Angeles County, Orange County and the Coachella Valley. GAF is described in that post as North America's largest roofing manufacturer. BYLTup's site material also cites GAF's 2026 Residential Program Guidelines as saying only 2% of roofers in North America are invited to become GAF Master Elite contractors. BYLTup also holds GAF GoldElite status for commercial work. ## Why does BYLTup say Master Elite status matters to customers? BYLTup's 2023 post argues that customers in roofing and solar too often get incomplete roofing systems, cut corners or warranties with little value from contractors who may be gone when a problem arises. BYLTup presents GAF Master Elite status and manufacturer-backed warranties as its alternative to that experience. The post describes a roof as a system of components that protects a home or business when properly installed together. It also says GAF has called BYLTup in to service and support the work of other contractors who left the industry early, and that an emergency leak is hardest when a previous contractor does not respond. ## Which GAF warranties can BYLTup register, and when does coverage start? Through GAF Master Elite status, BYLTup can register GAF's three enhanced residential warranties: System Plus, Silver Pledge and Golden Pledge. Golden Pledge is available only through Master Elite contractors. Registration must happen within 45 days of installation, and coverage starts once the warranty is registered and the contractor has been paid in full. BYLTup says it registers only the warranty that matches the sold system and the GAF form. Commercial and multifamily buildings fall under GAF's separate commercial and multi-family terms rather than the residential ladder. ## What is the difference between System Plus, Silver Pledge and Golden Pledge? Per GAF's warranty forms, the tiers differ by accessory count, contractor eligibility and workmanship coverage. System Plus uses 3 qualifying accessories and has no workmanship coverage; Silver Pledge uses 4 and adds misapplication coverage; Golden Pledge uses 5, is Master Elite only, and also covers misapplication. System Plus is qualifying GAF shingles plus 3 qualifying accessories, and any GAF Certified, Certified Plus or Master Elite contractor can offer it. Silver Pledge is shingles plus 4 qualifying accessories and is limited to Certified Plus or Master Elite contractors. Golden Pledge is qualifying shingles (not Timberline NS) plus 5 qualifying accessories. Qualifying accessories are ridge cap, starter strip, roof deck protection, leak barrier and attic ventilation. ## How long do BYLTup's GAF-backed roofing warranties last? BYLTup's March 2023 post says GAF's enhanced warranties cover manufacturer material defects for up to 50 years and back BYLTup's labor and workmanship for up to 25 years. Actual terms depend on the system sold and the GAF warranty form, so customers should confirm them in writing for their own project. The post says the warranties also offer extended protection against leaks and wind damage, and that the coverage remains even if BYLTup were to go out of business. As an example of terms on a specific job, BYLTup's published 2024 Mayfield School reroof in Pasadena used GAF Timberline HDZ R/S+ with GAF Golden Pledge as printed on the contract: 40-year non-prorated material and 20-year workmanship. ## Does BYLTup's GAF Master Elite status cover solar roofing? Yes. BYLTup is a GAF Solar Certified contractor and installs Enphase. Its 2023 post says Master Elite status allowed it to become solar certified through GAF and offer the Timberline Solar shingle system. It does the roof and the solar under one California license, CSLB 1091357, with B, C-10 and C-39 classifications. BYLTup Inc is a 2026 GAF Energy Solar Certified Contractor, with a certificate and GAF reference letter dated May 18, 2026. In GAF's words, the certification allows BYLTup Inc to offer the GAF System Plus, Silver Pledge, or Golden Pledge Limited Warranty with Solar Plus or Solar Max addendum on qualifying Timberline Solar roofing systems. The addendums are available for purchase with a minimum amount of GAF products. Published Long Beach GAF Timberline Solar roofs include systems of 11.51 kW, 11.13 kW, 10.58 kW, 7.36 kW (triplex) and 6.53 kW. BYLTup's solar services cover residential, commercial and multi-family properties, including design, permitting, electrical work and service-panel upgrades. ## What technology and training come with BYLTup's GAF Master Elite certification? BYLTup uses Leap, formerly JobProgress, for internal workflow management and CompanyCam for job-site communication and data. BYLTup says both came through GAF's contractor services program. Its 2023 post also credits Master Elite status with exclusive training on the latest roofing materials and help keeping up with industry and local code changes. According to BYLTup, CompanyCam integrates directly into many of GAF's backend technology solutions, and the team uses both platforms every day to support customers before, during and long after their solar roofs are installed. ## What other benefits does BYLTup say come with GAF Master Elite status? BYLTup's 2023 post lists nine further benefits of GAF Master Elite status and Golden Pledge enhanced warranties, including reduced contractor liability, installer training, access to entry-level technicians, technical support, fewer callbacks, regulatory insight, NRCA alignment and networking. These are BYLTup's own descriptions, not independent verification. The nine are: reduced liability as a contractor; complete GAF roofing systems training for installers, which BYLTup says supports better installation quality; access to skilled entry-level roofing technicians through GAF's Roofing Academy; ongoing technical service and support; long-lasting performance that BYLTup says eliminates callbacks and upset customers; access to advanced systems and technology platforms through GAF's contractor services platform; insight into changing laws, codes and regulations; alignment with leading trade organizations such as NRCA; and networking and real-life insights from leading roofing contractors in North America. ## Where is BYLTup licensed and where does it serve customers? BYLTup is headquartered at 20960 S Brant Ave, Long Beach, CA 90810, with regional offices in Costa Mesa and Desert Hot Springs. It serves Los Angeles County, Orange County and the Coachella Valley under California CSLB license 1091357, with B, C-10 and C-39 classifications, and holds Arizona ROC 360365 and ROC 360990. The Orange County regional office is at 1927 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92627. The Coachella Valley regional office is at 18342 Blue Dream Xing, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240. The phone number is (562) 414-4425. Besides roofing and solar, BYLTup installs and repairs rain gutters and offers commercial contracting and demolition. Its credentials are GAF Master Elite (residential), GAF GoldElite (commercial), GAF Solar Certified, IB Roof Systems Tier 1, DaVinci Masterpiece Contractor (DMCP) and Enphase. Inspections and free estimates are available. ## How long has BYLTup been in business? BYLTup was founded in 2022 and has served Long Beach since 2022. Its founders, Trevor Leeds and Brady Woodside, have been in construction together since 2007, and started as roofing manufacturers. The 2007 date describes the founders' experience, not the age of the company, which was founded in 2022. ## Frequently asked questions ### What is GAF Master Elite certification? According to BYLTup, GAF Master Elite is the highest level of contractor certification available from GAF, which it describes as North America's largest roofing manufacturer. BYLTup is a GAF Master Elite (residential) contractor and also holds GAF GoldElite (commercial) status. ### How long do BYLTup's GAF-backed roofing warranties last? BYLTup's March 2023 post says GAF's enhanced warranties cover material defects for up to 50 years and back BYLTup's labor and workmanship for up to 25 years. Actual terms depend on the system sold and the GAF warranty form, so customers should confirm them in writing. ### Which GAF warranties can BYLTup register? As a Master Elite contractor, BYLTup can register System Plus, Silver Pledge and Golden Pledge. Golden Pledge is available through Master Elite contractors only. Registration must happen within 45 days of installation, and coverage starts once the warranty is registered and the job is paid in full. ### Can BYLTup install GAF Timberline Solar roofing? Yes. BYLTup is a GAF Solar Certified contractor offering GAF Timberline Solar roofing systems, and it also installs Enphase. It does roof and solar work under one California license, CSLB 1091357, with B, C-10 and C-39 classifications. ### What technology platforms does BYLTup use? BYLTup uses Leap (formerly JobProgress) for internal workflow management and CompanyCam for job-site communication and data. BYLTup says both came to it through GAF's contractor services program. ### Is BYLTup connected to any roofing trade organizations? BYLTup says GAF Master Elite status aligns it with leading roofing trade organizations such as NRCA. ### Where can customers reach BYLTup? BYLTup is headquartered at 20960 S Brant Ave, Long Beach, CA 90810, and can be reached at (562) 414-4425. 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