Roof Warranties Explained: Manufacturer vs Workmanship + What Voids Coverage
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Roof Warranties Explained: Manufacturer vs Workmanship + What Voids Coverage
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Roof Warranties Explained: Manufacturer vs Workmanship + What Voids Coverage is written for homeowners across North Jersey who want straight answers—pricing, timelines, materials, and what to do in an emergency.
If you’re dealing with a leak or storm damage, call Terra Nova Construction for a fast inspection and a clear plan.
Hiring a roofer: the checklist that prevents regrets
Verify insurance, written warranty, ventilation plan, flashing scope, cleanup plan, and a clear start/finish schedule in writing.
Warranties: what’s covered (and what voids it)
Most homeowners have a materials warranty + workmanship coverage. Ventilation and proper flashing are often the difference between “covered” and “denied.”
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Frequently asked questions (expand to read)
What kind of warranty do you offer?
You’ll usually have a manufacturer warranty on materials and a workmanship warranty on installation. Keeping ventilation correct and avoiding unapproved modifications helps protect coverage.
What does your labor warranty cover?
You’ll usually have a manufacturer warranty on materials and a workmanship warranty on installation. Keeping ventilation correct and avoiding unapproved modifications helps protect coverage.
How long is your workmanship warranty?
Most standard replacements take 1–2 days, but complex roofs, decking repairs, and weather can add time. Repairs are often same-day.
What’s the manufacturer’s warranty?
You’ll usually have a manufacturer warranty on materials and a workmanship warranty on installation. Keeping ventilation correct and avoiding unapproved modifications helps protect coverage.
What voids the roof warranty?
You’ll usually have a manufacturer warranty on materials and a workmanship warranty on installation. Keeping ventilation correct and avoiding unapproved modifications helps protect coverage.
Are warranties transferable if I sell my home?
It depends on your roof design and what we find during inspection. We’ll explain the cause, options, and the pros/cons so you can choose the right fix—without guesswork.
What’s not covered by the warranty?
You’ll usually have a manufacturer warranty on materials and a workmanship warranty on installation. Keeping ventilation correct and avoiding unapproved modifications helps protect coverage.
Do you offer a leak-free guarantee?
Start by protecting the interior (bucket/towels) and avoid climbing onto a wet roof. Leaks often come from flashing, pipe boots, skylights, or missing shingles—not always the spot where water shows up inside.
What if there’s a problem after installation?
It depends on your roof design and what we find during inspection. We’ll explain the cause, options, and the pros/cons so you can choose the right fix—without guesswork.
Who do I call for warranty issues?
You’ll usually have a manufacturer warranty on materials and a workmanship warranty on installation. Keeping ventilation correct and avoiding unapproved modifications helps protect coverage.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes—always verify licensing/registration, general liability, and workers’ comp. We provide documentation upon request.
What’s your license number?
It depends on your roof design and what we find during inspection. We’ll explain the cause, options, and the pros/cons so you can choose the right fix—without guesswork.
Do you have worker’s compensation insurance?
Insurance typically covers sudden storm-related damage (wind, hail, fallen limbs). We document damage, provide a scope, and can meet the adjuster so the estimate matches what’s needed to restore the roof.
How long have you been in business?
Most standard replacements take 1–2 days, but complex roofs, decking repairs, and weather can add time. Repairs are often same-day.
Can I see references?
It depends on your roof design and what we find during inspection. We’ll explain the cause, options, and the pros/cons so you can choose the right fix—without guesswork.
Do you have reviews I can read?
It depends on your roof design and what we find during inspection. We’ll explain the cause, options, and the pros/cons so you can choose the right fix—without guesswork.
Are you a local company?
It depends on your roof design and what we find during inspection. We’ll explain the cause, options, and the pros/cons so you can choose the right fix—without guesswork.
Who will be on my job site?
It depends on your roof design and what we find during inspection. We’ll explain the cause, options, and the pros/cons so you can choose the right fix—without guesswork.
Are your employees background checked?
It depends on your roof design and what we find during inspection. We’ll explain the cause, options, and the pros/cons so you can choose the right fix—without guesswork.
What’s your Better Business Bureau rating?
It depends on your roof design and what we find during inspection. We’ll explain the cause, options, and the pros/cons so you can choose the right fix—without guesswork.
Do you subcontract the work?
It depends on your roof design and what we find during inspection. We’ll explain the cause, options, and the pros/cons so you can choose the right fix—without guesswork.
What makes you different from other roofers?
Look for clear scope, proper ventilation/flashings, clean-up plan, written warranty, and proof of insurance. The best contractor answers questions transparently and documents everything.
Can you provide a certificate of insurance?
Insurance typically covers sudden storm-related damage (wind, hail, fallen limbs). We document damage, provide a scope, and can meet the adjuster so the estimate matches what’s needed to restore the roof.
Are you factory-certified by shingle manufacturers?
It depends on your roof design and what we find during inspection. We’ll explain the cause, options, and the pros/cons so you can choose the right fix—without guesswork.
Tip: If you’re unsure whether you need repair or replacement, start with an inspection—then decide with real data.
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