Roof Warranties Explained: Manufacturer vs. Workmanship Coverage for Illinois Homeowners

Homeowner reviewing a roof warranty document for an Illinois home

A “lifetime” roof warranty almost never means what homeowners think it means. In reality, every roof warranty in Illinois splits into two very different promises. The manufacturer’s warranty covers the shingles themselves — the materials. Meanwhile, the workmanship warranty covers the installation — the labor and craftsmanship. Most roof failures we inspect involve installation errors, […]