The roof labor warranty will cover the service charge and labor costs for any roof repairs during a certain number of years. These warranties are given by the contractor installing the roof and will vary from material to material and project type. Some companies overpromise labor warranties knowing they are not going to back them anyway. Consider these two things when evaluating a company’s labor warranty:
- How long has this company been in business? If they are providing a 10yr warranty and they have only been in business for 2 years do you believe they will be around in 10 yrs. Make sure that the company will be around if a labor warranty is needed.
- Is the warranty they are providing reasonable? Unless it is coupled with an annual maintenance plan, no roof should have a labor warranty for over 12 years. Make sure that the company can deliver on their warranty promises.
The length of roof labor warranties is essentially the length of time of the weakest point on the roof. For example, though a shingle roof may last for 25-30 years, the sealant around pipes will generally only last 10-15 years, that is why our labor warranty on these roofs is 12 years.
We use the best long-lasting roof materials but your roof will still need to be maintained. The two most common maintenance items on any roof in South Florida include leaving leaves and debris and re-sealing around pipes and flashing.
Warranties can be voided if any alterations are made to the roof without the original contractor’s knowledge and consent. For example if solar panels or a rooftop AC unit is installed you should always consult with the roofer that has issued the warranty to ensure any work does not void the existing warranty.
