Your Roofing Warranty, Explained
What is covered, for how long, and what would void it — in plain language.
Every Storm Bolt Roofing roof replacement includes a tiered workmanship warranty of 5, 10 or 15 years, alongside the manufacturer’s own warranty on the shingles themselves. This page explains the difference between the two, what each one actually covers, and the things homeowners most often do by accident that put coverage at risk.
Workmanship — from us
Covers how your roof was installed: flashing, fastening, penetrations, ventilation and detail work. Tiered at 5, 10 or 15 years depending on the system installed on your home. Included in the price we quote.
Manufacturer — from the shingle maker
Covers defects in the material itself. Term and conditions are set by GAF, Owens Corning, CertainTeed, TAMKO, Atlas or Malarkey — not by us — and vary by product line. See Brands for the systems we install.
Which Warranty Term Applies
5 years
Our entry workmanship term, applied to standard three-tab and builder-grade systems.
10 years
The common term on architectural shingle replacements — the majority of Houston-area homes we re-roof.
15 years
Our longest workmanship term, tied to premium and impact-rated systems installed to the manufacturer’s full specification.
Your term is confirmed in writing before you sign, and it appears on your estimate and closeout paperwork. If a contractor will not put the workmanship term on paper, that is worth asking about before you commit.
What Puts a Roof Warranty at Risk
Another contractor’s work
Repairs or additions made by someone else after our installation are the single most common reason coverage lapses. Call us first.
Pressure washing
High pressure strips the granules that protect the asphalt. Soft-wash or leave it alone.
New penetrations
Satellite mounts, solar standoffs and vents cut in after the fact break the water seal unless they are flashed properly.
Blocked ventilation
Sealing or covering soffit and ridge vents traps heat and moisture in the attic and shortens shingle life.
Foot traffic
Walking a hot Houston roof scuffs granules. Let us look instead — the inspection is free.
Deferred repairs
A small flashing issue left for a season becomes decking damage. Report it while it is still small.
Making a Warranty Claim
Call
832-860-0262, or email Office@stormboltroofing.com with your address.
Describe
Tell us what you are seeing and where — a photo from the ground helps.
We compare
We pull the photo record from your installation and compare it to today.
We resolve
If it is our workmanship, we make it right. If it is storm or material, we tell you which and help you route it.
Questions Homeowners Ask
What is the difference between a workmanship warranty and a manufacturer warranty?
Two separate things cover two separate risks. The manufacturer warranty comes from the shingle maker — GAF, Owens Corning, CertainTeed, TAMKO, Atlas or Malarkey — and covers defects in the shingle itself. The workmanship warranty comes from us and covers how the roof was installed: flashing, fastening, ventilation and detail work. A perfect shingle installed wrong will still leak, which is why you want both.
How long is Storm Bolt Roofing’s workmanship warranty?
We offer a tiered workmanship warranty of 5, 10 or 15 years. Which tier applies depends on the roofing system and materials selected for your home. We tell you the term in writing before you sign, and it is stated on your paperwork — not left for you to discover later.
Does the warranty transfer if I sell my house?
Ask us before you list. Transferability depends on the tier and the manufacturer system involved, so we confirm what applies to your specific roof in writing rather than making a blanket promise here.
What can void a roof warranty?
The most common causes are work performed by another contractor after ours, pressure washing, walking the roof unnecessarily, added penetrations such as satellite mounts or vents cut in after the fact, and blocked or altered ventilation. Storm damage is not a warranty claim — that is an insurance matter, and we can document it for you.
How do I make a warranty claim?
Call 832-860-0262 or email Office@stormboltroofing.com with your address and what you are seeing. Because we photograph every job from start to finish, we can compare the current condition against how the roof was built before anyone climbs on it.
Is the warranty included, or does it cost extra?
The workmanship warranty is included with your roof replacement. It is part of the price we quote, not an upsell added at closing.
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