If you’re getting work done on your roof, whether it’s repairs or replacement, you’ll want to make sure that the Toledo roofing company that’s performing the work provides some kind of a warranty. However, it’s important to understand that not all warranties are the same, which is why you should be sure to ask the following questions:
There are several different types of warranties, all of which cover different things. The following are some of the different warranties that you should know about so that you know the difference:
While this depends on the type of warranty you get, a standard warranty should cover roof leak repairs. However, damage caused by high winds, hail, and roof punctures typically need to be added on to your warranty ahead of time for an extra fee if it’s coverage that you want. Make sure you ask if your warranty covers these potential issues.
First of all, you should always have any issues inspected and repaired the moment you notice them. If you don’t address any existing problems, it will be considered negligence. These problems will only grow worse and more expensive to fix, and since you did nothing to address them, your warranty is likely to be voided. Secondly, manufacturer warranties will typically be rendered void if you use a contractor that wasn’t authorized by the manufacturer to make repairs. Because of this, don’t just go with the cheapest contractor available – find an actual authorized contractor to do work on your roof to prevent voiding your warranty.
The typical roof warranty will require that you make the effort to keep your roof in good condition, such as by getting regular roof inspections. If you don’t get regular inspections, then a small issue can grow into a major and costly problem, one that won’t be covered by your warranty since it could have been avoided had you repaired the minor issue initially.
There are several things that most warranties do not cover. These include damage caused by ponding or standing water, consequential damage (such as damage caused by a roof leak to the belongings in your home), acts of God (such as damage caused by fires and tornadoes), existing moisture, and unauthorized repairs. Additionally, no warranty is going to cover the complete replacement of your roof.
All work done on your roof should be covered by a warranty. However, not all warranties cover the same thing. These are some of the questions you should make sure that you ask about any roof warranty offered on the work done by a Toledo roofing company.