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    Owens Corning Technical Bulletin: Hip & Ridge and Starter Requirements for Limited Lifetime Coverage

    Owens CorningManufacturer bulletin

    Owens Corning's bulletin confirming that its limited lifetime warranties require Owens Corning starter strip and hip-and-ridge products, and stating that an inverted three-tab or cut laminate used as starter is not acceptable because it puts the sealant in the wrong place.

    Source: Owens Corning · Manufacturer bulletin · 2019

    • Owens Corning technical bulletin
    • starter strip
    • hip and ridge shingles
    • limited lifetime warranty
    • Duration shingles
    • sealant placement
    • wind performance
    • cut three tab starter
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