A roof inspection is conducted to evaluate the roof's overall health and detect any existing or potential problems. A roof inspection aims to determine the roof’s current condition, identify any potential problems or areas of concern, and provide recommendations for repairs or maintenance as needed. People usually request roof inspections when purchasing or selling a property, following storms, or as part of routine maintenance. Roof inspections can help to protect the structural integrity of a building, extend the life of a roof, and prevent costly repairs down the line.

Insurance providers often request roof inspections for multiple purposes. When securing home insurance for a newly purchased property, insurers may require a roof check. A roof check allows the insurer to assess whether immediate repairs are necessary before issuing coverage. Similarly, if you are filing a claim with your insurance company, they may require a roof inspection to determine the extent of the damage and whether the damage was caused by a covered event (such as a storm or hail). For ongoing insurance coverage, periodic roof inspections help insurers adjust risk assessments. This helps the insurance company assess the roof’s condition and determine the risk of insuring the property. Overall, a roof inspection is typically required by an insurance company to evaluate the roof’s condition and determine the risk of insuring the property.

A roof inspection and a roof survey are both methods used to assess the condition of a roof, but they differ in scope and level of detail. During a roof inspection, experts visually assess the roof’s structure, materials, and general condition. Roof inspections include checking flashing, roofing materials, and structural elements such as skylights and chimneys. We will look for signs of damage, wear and tear, and other issues that may affect the integrity and function of the roof. A key purpose of roof inspections is to pinpoint defects and propose repair or maintenance solutions. Roof inspections are usually focused on the immediate condition of the roof and do not typically involve detailed measurements or testing. A roof survey offers a far more thorough and technical analysis compared to a standard inspection. A roof survey may include a visual inspection, but it may also involve additional testing and measurements to gather more detailed information about the roof’s condition. This may include testing the roof deck’s moisture content, measuring the roofing material’s thickness, or using specialised equipment to identify problems that are not visible to the naked eye. Roof surveys are often more thorough and time-consuming than roof inspections, which may be more expensive. Roof surveys are ideal for commercial, industrial, or high-risk roofs that require in-depth analysis.

If you are buying or selling a home: A roof inspection provides clarity on structural issues that may affect the value of a home. After a major weather event: If your area has experienced a storm, hail, or other weather events that may have damaged your roof, a roof inspection can help to determine the extent of the damage and identify any repairs that may be needed. For roofs aging 20+ years: Aging roofing materials can deteriorate, so a professional survey helps identify weak spots. If you suspect your roof has problems: Roof inspections diagnose structural issues, leaks, and potential repair needs to prevent costly damage.

The time required to receive your roof inspection report varies based on factors like roof size, inspection complexity, and our scheduling. A typical roof survey lasts a few hours, though larger or more complex roofs may take longer. Once the assessment is completed, we carefully review the findings before finalizing your inspection report. How long it takes to prepare the report is influenced by the complexity of the survey and required documentation. In general, you should receive your roof inspection report within a few days of the inspection being completed. A preliminary assessment for home roofs is often available right after the inspection is completed.