Warranties vary significantly between materials and manufacturers. Understanding warranty coverage, duration, and types helps you make informed decisions. This guide explains warranty types, typical coverage, and what to look for in roofing warranties.
Warranty Types
Common warranty types:
- Material Warranty: Covers material defects
- Workmanship Warranty: Covers installation
- System Warranty: Covers entire system
- Transferable Warranty: Transfers to new owner
Understand what each warranty covers.
Typical Warranty Duration
Typical warranty durations:
- Asphalt Shingles: 20-50 years
- Metal: 20-50 years
- Stone-Coated Metal: 30-50 years
- Tile: 30-50+ years
Longer warranties provide more protection.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of warranties do roofing materials have?
Roofing warranties include: material warranties (cover defects), workmanship warranties (cover installation), system warranties (cover entire system), and transferable warranties (transfer to new owner). Typical durations range from 20-50+ years depending on material. Read warranty terms carefully.
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