When it is time to re-roof your Arlington area home and you are trying to decide what roofing material to go with the decision should extend beyond the look and cost of the material. You also want to consider the estimated usefulness of the material and the warranty that backs the material up.
Every roofing material will come with a warranty from the manufacturer. Some materials offer a better warranty than others giving homeowners an extra layer of protection should their roof ever need a repair or replacement. The two roofing materials that offer the best warranties are metal and asphalt shingles.
Metal Rood Warranties
Metal is a great choice for roofing in the Pacific Northwest. Metal roofs have a longer lifespan and there are several roofing manufacturers that offer great warranties on the material. Most often you will see metal roofing that includes a 50-year non-prorated warranty.
This warranty includes a 100 percent roof replacement for material costs. This is different from a prorated warranty and is better. A prorated warranty only covers what a homeowner paid for the original installation of the roofing and does not account for the value appreciation of getting new roofing.
Make sure to read the details of the warranty. Some metal roofs only offer this non-prorated warranty on the protective covering for the roof that keeps it from rusting. You want to make sure you know all the details to help you decide if a metal roof is the best choice for your home.
Asphalt Shingle Warranties
Asphalt roof warranties can vary greatly due to many factors, including the contractor you choose to install your roofing. You want to make sure you hire a certified roofing contractor to install your asphalt shingle roof.
When a roof is installed through a certified roofing contractor that is working with the manufacturer the warranty offered is very similar to what is offered for a metal roof. You will find that many asphalt shingles installed by a professional offer a 50-year non-prorated warranty as well.
It is good for homeowners to know that it is not uncommon for asphalt roofs to have algae growth. It is worth considering adding on protection for any algae issues that might pop up even with regular maintenance on your roofing.
How to Determine a Good Warranty
Getting the absolute best warranty for the roofing you choose to install on your home should not be the homeowner’s biggest concern. Making sure that the warranty is a good one and will help protect the large investment you are making in your roofing material is important, but don’t stress about finding the ultimate best warranty. Make sure to take over warranty details about different materials with your hired roofing professional.
Additionally, you want to get a copy of the warranty in writing to be able to read through the details on your own. Don’t take someone else’s word for it. Make sure you read and understand the details of the warranty. If you have questions you can ask your roofing installer. It is always good to know the protection you have for your roof. Roofing can cost a large sum of money and you want to make sure you are making the best choice possible.
If you are considering a new roof for your Arlington home, or need a new roof yesterday, the team at Orlando’s Pro Roofing is here to help. We can come out to look at your roof and help you to determine which roofing material is best. We offer free consultations and free shingle removal when purchasing a new roof and installation.
Contact us any time for roofing installation and repair needs in Snohomish and Skagit Counties.
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Once the crew arrived they got to work and their workman ship surpassed all my expectations. We could not be happier with the finished product! Thank you to Orlando, Lidia and the entire crew for our amazing new roof. Could not be happier!“-8/30/2023- Orlando’s Pro Roofing Review