The roof is a valuable exterior property feature. Apart from completing the architectural style of your home or business, it also shields you from severe weather conditions like harmful UV rays and occasional heavy downpour. Surely, the roof is an important asset that should be maintained regularly. Without it, persisting water leaks or patches of mold will permeate the interior of your property, leading to untimely phone calls to the local roofer and costly commercial or residential roofing repairs.
Roofing warranties are granted by the manufacturer or contractor to assure you that the products or workmanship you’re paying for is of good quality. Warranties also give consumers a right to ask relevant parties to deal with issues in case they arise within a specific period of time. To prevent your roofing warranties from being voided, here are some things you should steer clear of.
Installing New Shingles Over Missing, Damaged Ones
While most veteran roof replacement companies won’t consider this budget-cutting approach, some installers may offer it as a way to forgo the cost of labor to tear off the old roof. This scheme can actually end up costing you more in the long run when new shingles are not properly nailed to the roof. In addition, the roofing structure is specifically designed to carry a maximum weight limit. If you install new shingles over the old ones, it will effectively double the load on your roofing. This excess pressure can lead to the weakening of the roofing frame and components. This can potentially void your roofing warranties, as well as shorten the lifespan of your roof shingle.
Using Non-System Components
Be sure to consistently utilize roofing components from the same manufacturer. Although it might seem unsuspicious to pair underlayment from one company with asphalt shingles from another company, it will certainly void your roofing warranty. This is because roofing materials from a single manufacturer are designed to provide maximum performance when teamed with each other. When roofing issues come to light, the manufacturers will have to void both warranties. Be sure your trusted storm damage roof repair experts adhere to the rule of single system installation.
Inadequate Ventilation
A poorly ventilated attic can cause buckled shingles, warped roof deck, and mold growth. These moisture-related issues are not likely to be covered by roofing warranties. It’s important to hire roofing professionals who assure that the roofs they install are properly ventilated.
At 4U Roofing, we understand the possible causes that can void your warranties. This is why we make sure to deliver only the highest quality of products and workmanship for your home or business. Call us at (251) 235-2222 or fill out our contact form to schedule a free, no-obligation consultation.
