Roof warranty decoder.
Every roofer says '50-year warranty.' What they don't say: what kind, what it covers, and what voids it. Here's the side-by-side.
This is the warranty most contractors quote loudly. By year 15 on a 'lifetime' shingle, pro-rated value is often <20%.
The most important one to demand in a scope of work. We require a minimum 5-year written workmanship warranty from any contractor on our matched-bidder list — many NM roofers offer only 1–2 years.
The gold standard for commercial flat roofs. Requires a manufacturer-certified installer and a manufacturer inspection at install — we specify both in the scope of work and verify at closeout.
Worth adding in ABQ given monsoon and East Mountain wind. Usually $200–600 at install.
What voids your warranty
Six things homeowners do (often unknowingly) that cancel coverage.
Want the warranty specified in writing — before you sign?
We write the required warranty language into your scope of work and verify the contractor registers it at closeout. Independent — we don't sell or install roofs.