Roof warranties · Durham
Best Choice Roofing or Another Durham Roofer? Compare the Warranty
Two roofs can use the same shingle and carry very different protection. The warranty — who backs it, what it covers and for how long — is one of the clearest ways to compare roofers in Durham.
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About Best Choice Roofing
Best Choice Roofing is a multi-city residential roofer. Many Durham roofers hold manufacturer certifications from GAF, Owens Corning or CertainTeed, so compare what each contractor actually offers you in writing.
Two warranties on every roof
Manufacturer (material) warranty
Covers defects in the shingles and other components. Standard coverage comes with the product; enhanced system warranties cover more components and extend the non-prorated period.
Workmanship warranty
The contractor’s promise on the installation itself — flashing, nailing, ventilation. Its value depends on the contractor still being in business to honor it.
Manufacturer certification programs
Shingle makers run installer programs — for example GAF Certified and Master Elite contractors, Owens Corning Preferred and Platinum Preferred contractors, and CertainTeed ShingleMaster and SELECT ShingleMaster credentials.
Enhanced system warranties are generally available only through those certified installers, using the manufacturer’s specified components.
Questions to ask about any roof warranty
- Who issues it — the manufacturer or the contractor?
- How long is the non-prorated period?
- Is labor covered, or only materials?
- Does it transfer if you sell the home?
- Does it need to be registered after installation?
Durham and nearby roofers
Durham is the seat of Durham County, and roofers based in Chapel Hill and Morrisville serve much of the same area. Ask each of them for their warranty documents before you compare prices.
Roof warranty questions
What is the difference between a manufacturer and a workmanship warranty?
The manufacturer warranty covers the materials; the workmanship warranty covers how the roof was installed and is backed by the contractor.
Do I need a certified installer for an enhanced warranty?
Usually yes. Enhanced system warranties from the major shingle manufacturers are generally offered only through their certified contractors, using the manufacturer’s specified components.
Is a roof warranty transferable?
Some are, often once and within a set period after a sale. Check the transfer terms in writing before you sign.
Is betterchoiceroofing.com connected to Best Choice Roofing?
No. betterchoiceroofing.com is published by the National Roofing Directory, an independent contractor directory, and is not affiliated with Best Choice Roofing.