GE Consumer Finance Covers Classic Metal Roofing Systems with Installment and Revolving Lending

ST. PAUL, Minn.--June 18, 2006--GE Consumer Finance's Retail Sales Finance unit today announced a new multi-year partnership with Classic Metal Roofing Systems to provide its customers with installment and revolving financing options. The program was recently launched to Classic Metal Roofing's authorized network of 66 independent dealers.

Classic Metal Roofing Systems provide consumers with an energy efficient, aluminum roof system that is guaranteed for as long as they live in their home. Under the agreement, GE Consumer Finance will offer both its revolving PROJECTLINE(SM) credit program and installment PROJECTLOAN(SM) financing product.

"With energy prices rising, we are excited to partner with Classic Metal Roofing Systems to make it easier for consumers to get a quality roofing product, as well as enjoy the cost savings that comes with the energy efficient materials they use," said Bruce Christensen, vice president of GE Consumer Finance's Home Improvement division. "It's a win for the dealer and an even bigger win for the consumer who wants to enhance the value of their home."

The PROJECTLOAN(SM) and PROJECTLINE(SM) financing programs give Classic Metal Roofing Systems' dealers the ability to extend financing to qualifying homeowners. Over the past 15 years, GE Consumer Finance's Home Improvement division has been an industry leader, providing more than $4 billion in home improvement financing to nearly half a million homeowners. Several thousand home improvement contractors nationwide offer GE financing to their customers.

Buyers can take advantage of GE's fast and easy application process, competitive interest rates, flexible financing options and knowledgeable customer service support.

"A home is often the single biggest investment someone makes. Being able to offer our customers flexible financing enables more families to afford our roofing products and enjoy the maintenance free, safety and long-term savings of a durable roofing system," says Todd E. Miller, president of Classic Metal Roofing Systems.

About Classic Metal Roofing Systems

For more than 25 years, Classic Metal Roofing Systems has led the industry with aluminum metal roofing that is technologically innovative, durable, beautiful and lasts a lifetime. Founded in 1980 with the acquisition of several established building product lines from one of the largest aluminum companies in the United States, Classic Metal Roofing Systems is the leader in the residential and commercial metal roofing industry. As a member of the Metal Construction Association, the Metal Roofing Alliance and the American Institute of Architects Continuing Education Program, the company is committed to the education of consumers, builders and architects about the benefits of metal roofing. Classic consistently strives to redefine the metal roofing industry by bringing to market the most cutting edge technology. As a result, its aluminum roofing product line continually adds value and beauty to properties with extreme durability, energy-efficiency, ease-of-maintenance and aesthetics that complement virtually all home and building exteriors. Classic delivers the most dependable and cost-effective roofing options available on the market today, with customers reporting energy savings to be as much as 20 percent. Today, Classic Metal Roofing Systems protect and beautify tens of thousands of buildings worldwide. While commercial properties are a significant portion of Classic's business, the residential homeowner comprises the vast majority of the company's customers. Classic continues to offer the homeowner a lifetime solution to their roofing needs with the highest quality metal roofing products and exceptional customer service. Learn more at www.ClassicRoof.com

About Retail Sales Finance and GE Consumer Finance

Retail Sales Finance, based in Kettering, Ohio, is part of GE Consumer Finance and provides private label credit card programs, marketing, installment lending and financial services for national and regional retailers in key industries:home improvement, powersports, outdoor equipment, automotive/recreational vehicles, consumer electronics and appliances, furniture, floor covering, music, jewelry, and health care. With $163 billion in assets, GE Consumer Finance, a unit of General Electric Company , is a leading provider of credit services to consumers, retailers and auto dealers in approximately 50 countries around the world. GE Consumer Finance, based in Stamford, Connecticut, offers a range of financial products, including private label credit cards, personal loans, bank cards, auto loans and leases, mortgages, corporate travel and purchasing cards, debt consolidation and home equity loans and credit insurance. More information can be found online at www.geconsumerfinance.com.

GE is Imagination at Work -- a diversified technology, media and financial services company focused on solving some of the world's toughest problems. With products and services ranging from aircraft engines, power generation, water processing and security technology to medical imaging, business and consumer financing, media content and advanced materials, GE serves customers in more than 100 countries and employs more than 300,000 people worldwide. For more information, visit www.ge.com.