If a problem occurs with the roof, such as a leak and the homeowner adheres to the terms of the warranty, the warranty will provide the necessary remedy, including fixing the leak or replacing an entire section of the roof. The objective of a residential roof warranty is to guarantee the overall quality of the roof installation and that it will provide the home with long term performance. A long term warranty will improve the total performance and quality of the roof. If there is a problem, a warranty will often dictate that an inspection occurs to locate the damage and see if it is covered under the warranty.