Totally agree about warranties being tricky—seen plenty of folks get burned by the fine print. Good call on marking shingles too, makes life way easier. One thing I'd add: if you're dealing with storm damage, check your attic afterward. Sometimes leaks aren't obvious from outside, but you'll spot water stains or damp insulation inside. Catching that early can save you a ton of hassle later... learned that one the hard way myself.
"Sometimes leaks aren't obvious from outside, but you'll spot water stains or damp insulation inside."
Good tip, wish I'd known that sooner. Just bought my first place and went through a storm scare recently—had no clue about attic checks until a neighbor mentioned it. Climbed up there with a flashlight, and sure enough, found some damp spots. Luckily caught it early enough to avoid major damage. Definitely pays to double-check inside after storms... appreciate the heads-up!
You're ahead of the curve catching it early like that. I went through something similar last year—thought everything was fine after a big storm, but a week later noticed a weird smell upstairs. Turns out there was a slow leak hidden behind some insulation. Took me forever to pinpoint exactly where it was coming from, and by then the drywall had already started to warp. Lesson learned the hard way, haha.
Now I make it a habit to poke around up there every few months or after heavy rains. It's surprising how quickly small leaks can escalate into bigger headaches if you're not paying attention. Good on you for being proactive—definitely saves money and stress in the long run.
- Good call checking regularly, but curious—did your warranty cover any of that drywall damage?
- Had a similar issue last spring, and my warranty only covered the roof repair itself, not the interior fixes.
- Ended up DIY-ing the drywall to save cash... wasn't pretty, but it worked.
- Wondering if anyone's warranty actually covers secondary damage like insulation or drywall? Seems rare from what I've seen.
Most warranties I've dealt with typically cover workmanship or materials on the roof itself, but secondary damage like drywall or insulation usually falls under homeowner's insurance. I've seen a few rare exceptions, though—usually premium warranties from certain manufacturers. Did your warranty specify anything about interior damage coverage, or was it just vague fine print? Sometimes the wording can make all the difference...
