A workmanship warranty guarantees the contractor's "work" performed, not the materials. Usually there is a certain amount of time given that the contractor will guarantee his/her work for.
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A warranty allows the company you are buying your product from, to make more money. This can be the most profitable division of some companies. Consider buying a warranty carefully, in some cases...