A professional roof inspection determines the condition of a roof and highlights any defects or weaknesses. By inspecting the roof, specialists can detect potential risks and provide expert recommendations to prolong its lifespan. Whether you're selling a house, dealing with storm damage, or maintaining your property, a roof inspection is crucial. Regular roof assessments help preserve the strength of a property, extend roof durability, and prevent financial strain due to major repairs.

An insurance company may require a roof inspection for a variety of reasons. When insuring a newly purchased home, an inspection ensures the roof meets policy requirements. The insurer will likely request an inspection to confirm that the roof is structurally sound and doesn’t require urgent maintenance. When making a roof-related insurance claim, a survey is often required to assess the extent of the damage and its cause. As part of policy renewal, insurers may mandate a roof inspection to reassess coverage eligibility. An inspection gives the insurance company insight into the roof’s durability and potential risks. A roof survey plays a crucial role in helping insurance providers determine coverage terms and potential liabilities.

While a roof inspection and a roof survey serve similar functions, they differ in how comprehensive they are. Roof inspections focus on surface-level issues, evaluating the overall state of the roof through visual analysis. Inspectors examine the roofing surface, flashing, skylights, and chimneys to detect any visible problems. Inspectors identify any potential weak points, leaks, or damage that could compromise the roof’s function. Through inspections, specialists diagnose roofing issues and provide actionable repair or maintenance advice. A standard roof inspection is more surface-level and does not typically involve advanced diagnostic tests. A full roof survey goes beyond a visual inspection, incorporating advanced testing methods. Beyond visual checks, roof surveys may involve structural testing and detailed material assessments. 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. Due to their detailed nature, roof surveys generally take longer and are more costly than regular inspections. Roof surveys are ideal for commercial, industrial, or high-risk roofs that require in-depth analysis.

Purchasing or listing a home? A professional roof survey ensures you are aware of any roofing problems before buying or selling a property. Post-storm roof assessment: After severe weather, a roof inspection ensures that no unseen damage threatens your property. For roofs aging 20+ years: Older roofs are prone to leaks, structural issues, and general wear—an inspection can help detect these problems early. If you are experiencing roof-related problems: A roof inspection helps pinpoint the root cause of roofing problems and offers expert repair recommendations.

The length of time it takes to receive your roof inspection report will depend on a number of factors, including the size and complexity of your roof, our current availability, and workload. A typical roof survey lasts a few hours, though larger or more complex roofs may take longer. Once the inspection is finished, our team will process the results and create a comprehensive report detailing our findings. How long it takes to prepare the report is influenced by the complexity of the survey and required documentation. Most customers receive their roof inspection report within a few days after the assessment. A preliminary assessment for home roofs is often available right after the inspection is completed.