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Warranty

Why are warranties important?

A new roof is a big investment for your home, typically involving thousands of your hard-earned dollars and lasting 25, 30, 40 years or more. As with any big investment, knowing in advance what your residential roof warranty covers could save you thousands in the event that problems arise with your roof. 

What are the chances of having a problem with my new roof? 

Based on our state-of-the-art manufacturing process, the odds of having a problem with a new residential roof are minuscule. On the other hand, while serious problems with roofing materials are rare, if you were to have a problem, it can be as expensive to fix as your roof originally cost. So while the risk of having a problem is low, the cost if you do can be high.

What about problems with installation?

Studies indicate that more than two-thirds of the problems that people experience with their new roofs are due to the contractor’s workmanship — not the roofing materials. This is an important distinction to keep in mind when deciding on warranty coverage.

What should I look for in a residential roofing warranty?

There are two types of coverage that you should ask your residential roof contractor about: coverage against manufacturing defects in the materials and coverage against workmanship errors.

Tell me about coverage against manufacturing defects...

Most manufacturers provide a warranty against manufacturing defects for their residential roofing products, although your exact coverage will vary depending on the brand. For example, most architectural shingles carry a Lifetime* limited warranty against manufacturing defects, while most 3-tab shingles carry a 20, 25 or 30 year limited warranty against manufacturing defects. Each warranty has its own specific terms and conditions, so it’s important to read each warranty carefully. Keep in mind that if you are not the original owner of the shingles on your roof, you may not have coverage under the manufacturer's warranty. Most manufacturers limit coverage to the original owner and the first subsequent owner, as long as the new owner notifies the manufacturer of the change in ownership as set out in the limited warranty.

The warranty on the other components that make up your roofing system can vary from as little as a few months to Lifetime. While the shingle you choose may have a warranty that lasts for 30 years or even Lifetime, some (or all) of the other components that make up your roof may not. So if they cause a problem with your roof, you may not have the coverage you need. 

Want to know more about residential roof warranties? Contact our experienced team.