Understanding Your Roofing Warranty

Your roof is a vital component that protects your home from the elements day and night. Before hiring a roofing company and selecting a roofing material, make sure the check the warranties that you’ll get. Generally, you should get two types of roofing warranties. One is the manufacturer warranty, which covers manufacturing defects in roofing products. The other is the workmanship warranty, which covers the installation.

To give you a clearer idea of what these warranties are, roof repair and replacement expert Deschutes Roofing shares more information in this post.

Roofing Warranty Terminologies

Knowing the terms used in roofing warranties is key to understanding more about them. Among the most common terminologies, you need to learn are lifetime warranty and transferable warranty. Lifetime warranties mean that the coverage is still in effect as long as you own the property where the materials were used. Transferable warranties are more varied, but they allow the warranty to be passed on to the next homeowner in case the property is sold.

Workmanship Roof Warranty

Workmanship warranties cover the labor needed to fix problems resulting from an installation error. These are provided by the roofing contractor, and they usually cover the cost of labor and any supplies required to complete the repairs. They may also cover any resulting damage to the interior of the home, furniture and personal items. However, it’s important to keep in mind that this type of warranty does not cover issues caused by circumstances that aren’t related to the quality of workmanship, such as acts of God or ice dams.

Manufacturer’s Roof Warranty

This warranty covers issues concerning roofing materials, especially shingles. For example, if the shingles you installed had defects or failed within a specified period, the manufacturer will provide you with replacement materials free of charge. However, it’s also important to know that different manufacturers offer different kinds of coverage for various roofing components. They also do not cover issues caused by faulty installation and homeowner negligence.

If your roof is nearing the end of its service life, then it’s time to get a roof replacement. Deschutes Roofing offers high-quality roofing services. To schedule a consultation, complete our contact form. You can also call us at (541) 241-5720 (Bend), (503) 967-9590 (Portland), (541) 246-6860 (Eugene), (503) 468-7663 (Lake Oswego) or (503) 928-8750 (Beaverton).