A roofer cannot identify the brand of asphalt shingles from a code on the back, making it difficult to match replacement shingles.

Calling the manufacturer only works if you already know the brand, but the code alone is not sufficient to identify the brand.

Severity

3Medium

Willingness to Pay

implied

Added

May 22, 2026

App Concept

ShingleMatch Pro

ShingleMatch Pro is a mobile app that lets roofers take a photo or enter a code from the back of a shingle and instantly identify the brand, model, and manufacture date. It uses a crowd-sourced database and manufacturer integrations to provide accurate matches, eliminating guesswork and phone calls.

Key Features

Image recognition of shingle back codes
Database of shingle brands, models, and codes
Manufacture date lookup via code
Crowd-sourced user submissions for rare codes

Target Users: Roofers and roofing contractors in the US and Canada, from solo operators to small crews.

Revenue Model: Freemium with $9.99/month pro tier for unlimited lookups and advanced search

Existing Solutions Mentioned

calling manufacturer

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