When you purchase something new or build an addition onto your home, having a warranty on the materials and structure can save homeowners from expensive replacement costs or repairs. Warranties can come from manufacturers, installers, and material sellers, depending on who you work with. Patios and awnings can add significant value to your home, so protecting yourself and your home with a warranty is a great safety cushion. Warranties can vary widely and may depend on how the patio or awning is constructed. Let’s take a look at how warranties work and how they can protect your finances.
Warranties Vary Greatly
Warranties can be provided by a manufacturer, material supplier, or patio/awning installer. Because they can come from many different places, what they cover and how long they last can vary. This wide range of warranty options means that homeowners should take time to read the fine print or find a manufacturer or installer with a warranty that fits their needs. While most warranties will cover fluke accidents or storm damage that is out of your control, they may not cover installation errors or certain environmental concerns. If you are worried about having to replace or repair the patio or awning soon after installation, make sure to read through the entire warranty.
Saving Money On Repairs
The most important purpose of a warranty is to help cover the cost of repairs and replacement if the structure is damaged. Patios and awnings are constantly exposed to weather, UV exposure, pests, and high traffic. If fragile materials wear out too quickly or some kind of injury is caused to no fault of your own, a warranty may help replace the entire system for free.
Purchasing awning or patio materials directly from the manufacturer can provide peace of mind about the quality of the materials. They will also provide warranties on the materials, ensuring that if you get a bad batch or a damaged product, they will replace it for free before it can weaken the entire structure. Investing in this build is not something you want to keep dumping money into.
Protect The New Install From Extensive Damage
Getting a warranty that covers the build after construction will save you from a big replacement project after a storm or natural disaster. Warranties will often cover damages that are completely out of your control, within a certain period. If your patio or awning was recently installed and experiences storm damage or vandalism, a quality warranty will help you replace the materials. Warranties may often only cover extensive damage from hail, hurricanes, tornadoes, or acid rain; typical weather damage will often not dictate monetary compensation.
Know Exactly What The Warranty Covers
Reading the warranty thoroughly and understanding exactly what is covered can save you from frustration later. Warranties are often long-winded and have many stipulations on what exactly will be replaced or repaired. Before you purchase materials or choose a certain warranty, make sure you read all the fine print. Warranties may seem unnecessary, but just like an insurance policy, they are put in place to bring peace of mind and limit some of the blow during a disaster. Avoiding any extra surprises down the road is possible if you clearly understand the warranty.
Can I Have Multiple Warranties For Extra Coverage?
There are many different types of warranties, some of which can only cover the materials, while others cover damages after installation. You can have multiple warranties that cover a variety of different things or longer coverage. Manufacturer warranties and contractors’ labor warranties can be combined to help protect in varying situations. If you want to avoid coverage gaps, having multiple warranties is crucial.
While you can hold multiple policies and have layered coverage, you can not claim the same damage or repair twice. Having layered coverage allows the construction or materials to be covered, no matter the situation, but it is unable to provide double the compensation.
Patio And Awnings From Kool Breeze
Kool Breeze has been completing quality patio, sunroom, awning, and deck installations for over 75 years. Our team is located in Ogden, UT, and has worked with many residential and commercial properties in the area. Each option constructed by our team is built with the highest quality materials and construction techniques. Patio covers, awnings, and pergolas will be strong enough to withstand the heavy snow and harsh sun that is common in Utah. We want to ensure the safety of your home by installing quality products that are built to last. We provide an extensive warranty program because we are confident in our products and construction. Reach out to us to help create an inviting oasis or make your home energy-efficient.
