Roofing, Siding & Insulation: warranties compared

7 brands. We read every warranty so you don't have to. Checked through October 2026.

The short version

4 of 7 brands cover roofing, siding & insulation in full for one year or less. Royal Building Products covers everything for life. 6 brands keep some parts covered after full coverage ends, and 6 keep something covered for life.

Every brand, side by side

Full coverage: everything, parts and laborPartial coverage: some parts only, you usually pay labor
Sort by
#BrandWarranty ScoreFull and partial coveragePurchase5 yrs10 yrs+
1Atlas Roofing100 / 100Full: 10 yearsPartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Shingles, prorated; Algae staining; Wind damage, shingles only
2LP SmartSide90 / 100Full: 5 yearsPartial: to 50 yearsPartial covers: Siding and trim (materials, prorated); Hail damage
3Royal Building Products70 / 100Full: LifetimeNo partial coverage
4CertainTeedVaries by model line45 / 100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Shingles (prorated); Wind resistance
5GAFVaries by model line45 / 100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Roof system (System Plus); Installation workmanship (Golden Pledge)
6Malarkey45 / 100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Shingles, prorated; Wind damage
7Owens CorningVaries by model line45 / 100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Insulation and workmanship

From each maker's published warranty. “Unverified” means we couldn't confirm the terms on the maker's own site. How we rate warranties

The fine print, decoded

What these warranties often leave out

  • Accidental breaks and misuse5 of 7 brands
  • Fading4 of 7 brands
  • Scratches, dents and looks4 of 7 brands
  • Cracks2 of 7 brands
  • Water damage2 of 7 brands
  • Leaks1 of 7 brands
Where you buy it matters

How long stores give you to return it

Longest return window first, for roofing, siding & insulation.

  1. Lowe'sMost items90 days
  2. The Home DepotMost items90 days
  3. SutherlandsSouth Central storesMost items30 days

From each store's published return policy, using its rule for roofing, siding & insulation where it has one. Member and holiday extensions aren't counted. Check yours before you buy.

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Questions shoppers ask

Which brand of roofing, siding & insulation has the best warranty?

On paper, Atlas Roofing scores highest, with 10 years of full coverage and longer coverage on some parts. Royal Building Products covers everything longest, at lifetime.

Is a long warranty on roofing, siding & insulation really that long?

Often not for the whole product. Many longer warranties cover only certain parts after the first year or two, and you usually pay for the labor. The bars above show full and partial coverage separately.

Do I need to register to get the warranty?

None of the 7 brands require registration for their basic coverage. Registering can still get you recall notices. Keep your receipt either way.

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