What It Means to Be an Owens Corning Platinum Preferred Contractor and Why It Matters for Your Home

Most Roofing Certifications Are Easy to Get. This One Is Not.

Pick up a roofing flyer in almost any market and you will likely see some version of the word “certified.” The problem is that certification in the roofing industry is not a regulated term. Many contractors display badges, seals, and designation language that required little more than signing up with a supplier or completing a short online module. The Owens Corning Platinum Preferred Contractor designation is structured differently. This comes with real requirements, independent inspections, and standards that have to be met consistently over time, not just once at the point of application. Understanding what it actually takes to earn and maintain this designation tells you more about a contractor than almost any other credential in the industry.

How the Owens Corning Contractor Network Is Structured

Owens Corning built its Preferred Contractor Network to give homeowners a reliable way to identify roofing professionals who have been vetted, inspected, and held to standards that go beyond what a license alone requires. The network is tiered, and the levels are not equally difficult to reach.

The tiers from entry to top:

• Preferred: Entry-level designation for contractors who meet basic requirements
• Select: Mid-tier contractors with demonstrated performance history
• Platinum Preferred: The top tier, representing approximately 1% of roofing contractors nationwide

Russell Quality Roofing holds Platinum Preferred status, the highest designation available in the Owens Corning network.

What Separates Platinum Preferred From Every Other Level

Reaching Platinum Preferred status is not a matter of applying and paying a fee. Contractors at this level must meet strict financial, insurance, licensing, and performance requirements, and then continue meeting them over time through ongoing inspections and reviews. The designation is not permanent by default. It is maintained.

For homeowners, this distinction matters. A Platinum Preferred Contractor has been screened, inspected, and held accountable in ways that lower-tier or uncertified contractors have not.

The Vetting Process Behind the Designation

What Owens Corning Requires to Qualify

The qualification process for Platinum Preferred status includes rigorous background screenings that assess financial stability and business history. Here is what Owens Corning evaluates:

Requirement	Standard	Russell Quality Roofing
Time in business	Minimum of three years as an operable business	✅
Bankruptcy history	Zero filings in the last seven years	✅
Preferred status held	Must maintain Preferred status before qualifying for Platinum	✅
General liability insurance	Minimum $1 million in coverage	✅
Workers compensation	Required per state standards	✅
State licensing	Must hold valid licensing and remain in good standing	✅
BBB standing	Must maintain good standing with the Better Business Bureau	✅

Russell Quality Roofing has been in business since 2007, maintains required state licensing in both Washington and Idaho, and carries the insurance coverage the Owens Corning Platinum Preferred program requires.

What Owens Corning Inspects After You Are In

Qualifying is only the beginning. Owens Corning conducts random job site inspections of Platinum Preferred Contractors’ active work. These inspections evaluate:

• Quality of workmanship on the job site
• Adherence to Owens Corning installation best practices
• Professionalism and job site conduct
• Compliance with product specifications and manufacturer guidelines

These are not self-reported evaluations. Owens Corning inspectors verify the work performed independently.

What Passing With 100% Ratings for Over 10 Consecutive Years Means

Russell Quality Roofing has maintained 100% ratings on Owens Corning inspections for more than a decade. This is not a common achievement. Most contractors, even qualified ones, do not sustain a perfect record across random inspections over that timeframe. It reflects a commitment to installation standards that exist regardless of project size, timeline pressure, or weather conditions.

What This Designation Means for You as a Homeowner

Access to Warranty Coverage Standard Contractors Cannot Offer

One of the most tangible benefits of hiring a Platinum Preferred Contractor is access to warranty coverage that is not available through standard roofing companies. Through Russell Quality Roofing, qualifying Owens Corning shingle systems include:

• 50-year Platinum Protection Limited Warranty on Owens Corning roofing materials
• 25-year labor warranty on workmanship
• One-time transferability if the home is sold

These are manufacturer-backed commitments tied specifically to the Platinum Preferred designation. A contractor at a lower tier or outside the network cannot offer the same coverage, even if they install Owens Corning products.

A Note on Warranty Terms: Shingle Systems vs. Metal Roofing

The Platinum Protection Limited Warranty applies to Owens Corning asphalt shingle systems. Standing seam metal roofing warranties vary by manufacturer and system and are kept entirely separate from Owens Corning shingle warranty terms. If you are considering metal roofing, we discuss the applicable coverage during your estimate so you have a clear picture of what is included for your specific project.

Accountability That Continues After the Job Is Done

Platinum Preferred Contractors remain accountable after project completion by honoring all applicable warranty commitments and remaining reachable if issues arise. The ongoing relationship with Owens Corning also means the designation can be reviewed or removed if standards are not maintained, which creates an accountability structure that extends well beyond the day the crew leaves your property.

Questions to Ask Any Contractor About Their Certifications

Questions That Reveal Whether a Certification Is Current and Meaningful

Not all certifications are the same, and not all contractors who claim credentials have kept them current. When evaluating roofing professionals, consider asking:

• How long have you held Owens Corning Platinum Preferred status?
• Can you provide proof of your current designation?
• What is your general liability insurance coverage amount?
• Are you licensed and bonded in the state where my home is located?
• Have you completed Owens Corning University training programs?
• What warranty options are available through your certification level?

Contractors who have genuinely earned and maintained the designation should be able to answer these questions without hesitation. You can also verify a contractor’s current Platinum Preferred status directly through the Owens Corning Contractor Locator on their website.

Red Flags to Watch For

• Inability to provide proof of current Platinum Preferred status
• Vague answers about insurance coverage amounts
• Licensing that does not include the state where your project is located
• No history with Owens Corning inspections or training programs
• Claims of Platinum status without the warranty options that should accompany it

Russell Quality Roofing’s Standing in the Owens Corning Network

Locally Owned Since 2007, Serving the Inland Northwest

Russell Quality Roofing has been locally owned and operated since 2007, serving homeowners across the Lewiston-Clarkston, Moscow-Pullman, and Coeur d’Alene-Spokane corridor and surrounding areas. Over nearly two decades, we have built our reputation on quality workmanship, honest communication, and the kind of accountability that shows up in how we operate every day, not just when a camera is on the job site.

Our team brings local expertise to every project, understanding the specific roofing challenges that come with Inland Northwest climate conditions, including snow load, freeze-thaw cycles, and seasonal wind events.

Awards for Product Excellence and Service Excellence

Owens Corning has recognized Russell Quality Roofing with awards for both Product Excellence and Service Excellence. These awards reflect performance across real projects with real customers, not participation metrics.

Diamond-Level Members of the Certified Contractors Network

In addition to Platinum Preferred status, Russell Quality Roofing holds Diamond-level membership in the Certified Contractors Network. This level reflects an ongoing commitment to training in business practices across sales, production, and business operations, along with strict operational standards and consistent performance across all aspects of the roofing business.

Ready to Work With a Contractor You Can Verify?

Every roof replacement Russell Quality Roofing performs includes:

• Complete tear-off of all existing roofing materials
• Owens Corning UDL 50 underlayment on every project
• Ice and water shield in all vulnerable areas, with a seasonal switch to flexible ice and water shield from approximately October through March
• MBCI-certified superintendents overseeing all metal roofing installation
• Final cleanup including a magnetic sweep to remove stray nails to the best of our ability
• Photo and video documentation as needed

We install Owens Corning architectural shingles and standing seam metal roofing for residential and commercial properties, including new construction. We also handle roof repairs, which we approach with the same standards as any other project.

Standard residential roof inspections are provided at no charge. If roof triage is required, meaning temporary measures to prevent water from entering the structure until permanent repairs can be made, there is a separate charge for that service. We communicate clearly about what is needed before any work begins.

Contact Russell Quality Roofing to schedule your free roof inspection or request an estimate. We serve the Lewiston-Clarkston corridor, Moscow-Pullman corridor, and Coeur d’Alene-Spokane corridor and surrounding areas, and we are proud to bring Platinum Preferred standards to every project we take on.

Call (208) 791-5252 or email quotes@rssllc-construction.com.

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