Exploring Why Synthetic Thatch Roofs with Shorter Warranties Can Cause Problems for Your Company
Synthetic thatch roofs have become widely popular, particularly at holiday attractions and recreational hotspots. Offering minimal upkeep requirements, long-lasting durability, straightforward setup, and improved value for money, these roofs are preferred to resort planners who select them rather than natural thatch. Whether gracing coastal cottages, enhancing theme parks, enhancing curated gardens, or gracing private villas, synthetic thatch roofs are making a lasting mark.
While opting for artificial thatch may be a forward-thinking choice for business owners, it is imperative to get hold of trusted branded options with solid coverage. The trend of attracting buyers through cheap pricing is a old tradition in the business world, and the synthetic roofing sector is no different.
You should avoid manufacturers selling synthetic thatch roofs at cheap deals but with minimal assurance. Let’s explore how your property, and potentially your brand reputation, can face trouble when you choose an artificial thatch roof with a restricted coverage:
Be Cautious of Leakage Issues
A reduced assurance suggests that the durability of the product is inferior, requiring frequent replacement. Replacing worn thatch involves removing the old one and mounting a new layer over the base. Any missed screw holes during installation could cause water entry, causing moisture damage and increasing expenses. Additionally, breezes can infiltrate weak points. Neglecting these issues can disappoint customers, impact your goodwill, and potentially reduce revenue.
Compromised Structural Integrity
A brief coverage period suggests more frequent replacements, leading to an build-up of fastener marks in your roof foundation. Over time, this can damage the frame, potentially requiring repairs or costly replacements. Continuing with a weakened structure poses safety concerns, as customers might hesitate to sit beneath a thatch roof supported by a weak foundation, worrying about its safety.
Low-Grade Components
In order to compensate for the lower retail cost and minimal returns, some producers resort to reprocessed plastics that are foreign rejects. As a result, low-quality materials are often incorporated into plastic thatch panels, leading to reduced strength and poor structural reliability. Ultimately, this can hurt your profitability of your business.
Just Hollow Promises…
Vendors with limited coverage often avoid giving written assurances to avoid legal obligations. At best, they might give informal commitments to customers before the sale, which hold no enforceable value. If any post-sales issues arise, you may have no resolution path.
WinRoyal—A Brand That Stands by Its Word
WinRoyal, on the other hand, offers 20 years’ explicit written warranty for all its faux thatch systems!
To illustrate the point, consider this practical example: the first Synthetic Thatch Roof we installed at Alibaug over a decade ago at one of our client’s sites is as intact as brand new, even to this day!
For us at WinRoyal, the completion of a project indicates the beginning of a sustainable client Artificial Thatch Roof partnership. We emphasise our mission to crafting high-performance roofing that last for years to come and create value for our customers.