Residential and Commercial

Roofing Labor and Product

Warranties

Choosing the right roofing company is crucial to ensure you receive quality materials and workmanship for your roofing project. Two key factors to consider are the labor warranty and product warranty offered.

Residential Roofing Warranties

For residential re-roofing projects, most roofing contractors offer a 1-year labor warranty on installation workmanship. This protects the homeowner if any defects in the installation are found within the first year. The labor warranty ensures the contractor will come back to repair any issues like improper flashing, shingle alignment problems, leaks caused by installation errors, etc. at no additional cost to the homeowner. The product warranty covers the roofing materials themselves. Shingle manufacturers typically provide product warranties ranging from 20-50 years for residential applications. The warranty duration depends on the shingle quality and materials used. Higher-end architectural and designer shingles often come with 30- 50 year product warranties, while standard 3-tab asphalt shingles usually carry 20-30 year warranties. The product warranty covers defects in the roofing materials like cracking, fraying or decomposition. If any manufacturing issues arise under normal use within the warranty period, the shingle manufacturer will provide replacements at no cost. This provides homeowners peace of mind knowing their roofing materials are covered for decades. It's important to note that proper installation according to the manufacturer’s guidelines is required in order for the product warranty to remain valid. Damage caused by storms, fallen trees, improper maintenance or installation errors would not be covered under a shingle product warranty.

Commercial Roofing Warranties

For commercial roofing projects, the contractors often provide more extensive labor and material warranties. The labor warranty durations are longer, typically covering workmanship for 2-10 years. Commercial roofing applications are more complex than residential homes. Having an extended labor warranty ensures any water leaks or damage caused by improper installation will be repaired by the contractor. The product warranties also tend to be lengthier for commercial roofs. Materials like EPDM, TPO and PVC roofing membranes often come with 15-20 year product warranties, while commercial grade asphalt shingles may carry 30 year or longer warranties. The longer coverage provides assurance the roofing materials will endure for decades without defect. In addition to basic labor and material warranties, commercial roofing contractors frequently offer additional guarantee options: • No Dollar Limit warranties - Provides unlimited coverage on both labor and materials with no cap on repair costs • Roof system warranties - A single, comprehensive warranty encompassing all roofing components like membrane, fasteners, insulation, flashings, etc. • Full system replacement warranties - Guarantees the contractor will replace the entire roofing system if unrepairable leaks or damage occur. When selecting a commercial roofer, be sure to ask about all available roofing labor and product warranty options to get complete protection for your property. The right warranties give peace of mind that both the workmanship and materials are covered.

In Summary

• Residential roofing labor warranties typically cover workmanship for 1 year • Shingle product warranties range from 20-50 years for homes • Commercial roofing labor warranties range from 2-10 years • EPDM, TPO, PVC commercial membranes often come with 15-20 year product warranties • Additional commercial roofing warranty options like no dollar limit or full system replacement provide enhanced coverage