GAF Residential Roofing Warranties

As your GAF certified roofing contractor serving Northwest Arkansas and Southern Missouri, we can offer you several warranty choices for your new roof. The chart below summarizes the key provisions of each of our GAF residential warranty options. We invite you to sit down with one of our roofing experts to discuss the best warranty for your home.

GAF Warranty Comparison Guide		STANDARD Shingle Warranty	BETTER GAF System Warranty			BEST GAF System Warranty
Material Defect Coverage	100% Coverage Period	3 yrs., 5 yrs., or 10 yrs	20 yrs. (Most Shingles)	or	50 yrs. (Lifetime Shingles)	20 yrs. (Most Shingles)	or	50 yrs. (Lifetime Shingles)
	Covers Roofing System?	No (Just Shingles)	Yes (Entire System)			Yes (Entire System)
	Cost of Installation Labor included?	No (Only during non-prorated period)	25 yrs. to Lifetime			25 yrs. to Lifetime
Workman-ship Coverage	100% Coverage Period	2 yrs. (Typical coverage offered by Contractor)	2 yrs. (Typical coverage offered by Contractor)			20 yrs. (Coverage provided by GAF)
	Misappli-cation of Flashings Covered?	2 yrs. (Typical coverage offered by Contractor)	2 yrs. (Typical coverage offered by Contractor)			20 yrs. (Coverage provided by GAF)
	Installer Certified?	No	Yes			Yes
	Tear-Off Costs Included? (when required)	No	Yes (For material defects only)			Yes
	Disposal Costs Included? (when required)	No	No			Yes
Problem Prevention	Exclusive 40-Point Factory Inspection?	No	No			Yes
Peace of Mind	Bonus Wind Coverage Up To 130 mph Category 3 Hurricane Wind Speed Available?	No	Yes			Yes
	Warranty Transferable?	Yes	Yes			Yes
	Free Transfer?	Yes	Yes			Yes
	Good Housekeeping Protection	Yes	Yes			Yes

* Check ltd. warranties for complete coverage and restrictions. Also note: 50-year coverage period for material defects applies only to single family detached residences; for all other structures, coverage period is 15 years. 20-year workmanship coverage applies only to single family detached residences; for all other structures, coverage is 15 years. Installer certification is related only to installations covered by GAF system warranties.

Frequently Asked Questions About Roof Warranties

Are roof warranties important?

A new roof is a big investment, typically involving thousands of your hard-earned dollars and lasting 25, 30, 40 years or more. As with any big investment, knowing in advance what your warranty covers could save you thousands in the event that problems arise with your roof.

What are the chances I will have a problem with my new GAF roof?

Based on GAF’s state-of-the-art manufacturing process, the odds of having a problem with a new GAF roof is about 1 in 1,000! On the other hand, while serious problems with GAF roofing materials are rare, if you were to have a problem, it could be as expensive to fix as your roof originally cost. So while the risk of having a problem is low, the cost if you do have a serious problem can be high.

What if there are problems with the roof’s installation?

Studies indicate that more than two-thirds of the problems that people experience with their new roofs are due to the contractor’s workmanship, not the roofing materials. That’s why you should trust a GAF certified contractor like Quality Assurance Roofing with the installation.

What should I look for in a roofing warranty?

Basically, there are two types of coverage that you should ask your contractor about: coverage against material defects and coverage against workmanship errors. Make sure you get both in writing.

What does a materials warranty cover?

Almost all roofing products come with a warranty against material defects, although your exact coverage will vary depending on the brand. For example, a typical shingle warranty will cover material defects for a period of 20-40 years or more. The warranty on the other components of your roofing system can vary from as little as a few months to several years. It is important to remember that coverage against material defects is provided by the manufacturer, so you should select a brand from a manufacturer who is financially strong and therefore more likely to be in business for as long as you own your roof – which could be several decades!

What is GAF’s Smart Choice® Protection Period?

GAF’s warranties come with a special provision called the Smart Choice® Protection Period that covers you against material defects during the critical early years of your new roof. During this period, in the event that you experience a material defect on covered components, GAF will provide you with 100% replacement materials and the reasonable cost of labor to install them. This is important because some roofing warranties may only provide replacement materials, but not the labor to install them.

What is the GAF Weather Stopper® System Plus Ltd. Warranty?

The GAF Weather Stopper® System Plus Ltd. Warranty provides coverage against material defects for all major GAF components on your roof – not just your shingles – so you’ll have peace of mind knowing that if any covered roofing component fails, it will be covered by the warranty (see ltd. warranty for complete coverage and restrictions). The warranty is available through GAF certified contractors, and is a low-cost way to get up to 50 years of non-prorated coverage against material defects on your new roofing system.

Does Quality Assurance Roofingcover me against workmanship errors?

The GAF Golden Pledge® Ltd. Warranty, is the first manufacturer’s warranty to cover both material defects and the contractor’s workmanship (see warranty for complete coverage and restrictions). GAF will stand behind our workmanship up to 20 years! The Golden Pledge Ltd. Warranty is available only through GAF factory-certified Master Elite Contractors. The warranty even includes an inspection by GAF’s independent inspectors after your new roof has been completed to ensure proper installation. It is the strongest, safest warranty available in roofing today. To verify if your contractor is a Master Elite Contractor, click here.

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Make sure your home’s roof is ready to protect you from the elements. Contact us for a free estimate today by calling toll-free (800) 928-7026 or completing our online quote request form.