Does installing premium shingles automatically give me a premium warranty?
Short Answer
Not necessarily. Some enhanced warranty programs require specific products, approved contractors, complete system components, registration, and installation requirements.
Detailed Explanation
Many manufacturers offer enhanced or extended warranty programs that provide broader coverage than the standard product warranty. However, these enhanced warranties typically have requirements that must be met: the shingles must be a qualifying product line, the contractor must be certified or approved by the manufacturer (like Owens Corning Platinum Preferred), all system components (underlayment, starter, ridge caps, ventilation) must be from the same manufacturer's system, the project must be registered with the manufacturer, and the installation must meet manufacturer requirements. Simply installing premium shingles without meeting all the program requirements may not activate the enhanced warranty. Homeowners should ask whether the contractor is certified for the enhanced warranty program and what requirements must be met.
Why It Matters
Assuming premium shingles automatically provide premium warranty coverage can lead to disappointment when a claim is denied because program requirements weren't met.
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