Expansion of over $100 million will double production capacity and support customers in fast-growing southeast US region
PEACHTREE CITY, Ga.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Saint-Gobain, through its building product subsidiary CertainTeed Roofing, today held a ribbon cutting ceremony to mark the completion of major expansion activities at its CertainTeed Roofing manufacturing facility in Peachtree City, Georgia. First announced in 2022, the project has doubled the site’s production capacity, enabling the company to manufacture additional roofing shingles for customers in the fast-growing southeast United States.
The event, hosted at the facility, included remarks from Saint-Gobain North America President and CEO Mark Rayfield, and DJ Damberger, President of CertainTeed Roofing. In addition, the facility was honored to host Georgia Governor Brian Kemp and Niki Vanderslice, President and CEO of Fayette County Development Authority, both key supporters and partners on the project. The speakers were joined in celebration by the construction team, customers and members of the Peachtree City and Fayette County community.
By some estimates, the United States will need an additional four million homes by 2030 to meet demand. In Georgia alone, it is estimated that over 365,000 additional homes will be needed statewide. With advanced, energy efficient manufacturing powered by next generation technologies and smart sensors, CertainTeed is positioned to provide roofing shingles with unmatched service and responsiveness—helping customers and stakeholders move quickly to address the region’s urgent need for new housing. CertainTeed is leading the industry in light, sustainable, and resilient construction solutions—ensuring Georgia homeowners benefit from durable and “future-ready” protection against severe weather.
“Today’s ribbon cutting ceremony in Peachtree City shows the continued growth of our business in Georgia, where we have invested over $500 million since 2018 and employ over 600 colleagues. And, it is a symbol of our commitment to serving our customers as they work to meet the region’s housing demand,” said Mark Rayfield, President and Chief Executive Officer of Saint-Gobain North America and CertainTeed. “Congratulations to the entire team in Peachtree City who have worked tirelessly to make this expansion a reality and to all our community partners for their support. Together, we will continue to provide quality, resilient roofing and building materials for the future.”
“With growth across the United States, including today’s ribbon cutting in Peachtree City, Saint-Gobain and CertainTeed are demonstrating our leadership in the roofing industry,” said DJ Damberger, President of CertainTeed Roofing. “I would like to thank our entire plant and construction team, Governor Kemp and the State of Georgia, the Peachtree City community, and Fayette County, for all of their support on this project that will serve the entire southeastern United States. We’re proud to continue growing in Georgia, working to keep today’s families—and the next generation of Georgians—safe, dry, and well-protected.”
“Georgia has set itself apart as the top state for business by working with job creators to create lasting partnerships, bringing unprecedented jobs and investment to our communities,” said Governor Brian Kemp. “This expansion is further proof that our approach is delivering results for hardworking Georgians statewide. Congratulations to CertainTeed and Peachtree City on this milestone that will only further strengthen our partnership!”
The project was generously supported with more than $5 million in state and local tax incentives realized over the next decade.
The plant, which first began operations in 1976, is one of the largest employers in Peachtree City and is one of ten Saint-Gobain facilities throughout Georgia, where the company also produces siding, insulation, ceiling, technical textile and construction chemical solutions. A current list of job openings at CertainTeed Peachtree City and all Saint-Gobain locations can be found on the company’s career website.
Today’s announcement comes as Saint-Gobain continues to strengthen its presence in North America, now one of Saint-Gobain’s largest markets by revenue. Other recent investments include:
- In October, Saint-Gobain, through its subsidiary CertainTeed Interior Products Group, completed expansion activities at its CertainTeed Gypsum Plant in Palatka, Florida, making it the largest gypsum wallboard facility in the world.
- In September, Saint-Gobain and CertainTeed Canada celebrated the completion of expansion activities at its gypsum wallboard facility in Sainte-Catherine, Quebec, outside of Montreal. This project included the complete electrification of the facility, making it the first net-zero gypsum wallboard plant (scopes 1 and 2) in North America and the largest in the world.
- CertainTeed Roofing is nearing completion on a new glass mat facility in Oxford, North Carolina and construction is underway on a new distribution facility in Bryan, Texas, both of which will further support the fast-growing market in the southern United States.
About CertainTeed
With innovative building solutions made possible through its comprehensive offering of interior and exterior products, CertainTeed is transforming how the industry builds. As leaders in building science and sustainable construction, CertainTeed makes it easier than ever to create high-performance, energy-efficient places to live, work and play, so that together we can make the world a better home.
A subsidiary of Saint-Gobain, one of the world’s largest and oldest building products companies, CertainTeed has more than 6,900 employees and more than 60 manufacturing facilities throughout the United States and Canada. www.certainteed.com
About Saint-Gobain
Worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction, Saint-Gobain designs, manufactures and distributes materials and services for the construction and industrial markets. Its integrated solutions for the renovation of public and private buildings, light construction and the decarbonization of construction and industry are developed through a continuous innovation process and provide sustainability and performance. The Group, celebrating its 360th anniversary in 2025, remains more committed than ever to its purpose “MAKING THE WORLD A BETTER HOME”.
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