Roof inspections are essential for analyzing the roof's condition and spotting areas that may need repairs. The purpose of a roof inspection is to assess its structural integrity, detect possible concerns, and suggest necessary maintenance. Roof inspections are typically performed before buying or selling a home, after a significant weather event, or as part of a regular maintenance schedule. Regular roof assessments help preserve the strength of a property, extend roof durability, and prevent financial strain due to major repairs.

Insurance providers often request roof inspections for multiple purposes. When securing home insurance for a newly purchased property, insurers may require a roof check. This inspection helps the insurance provider verify that the roof is in good shape and free from major defects. Roof inspections during claims help insurers distinguish between covered damages and pre-existing issues. Insurance providers sometimes require roof inspections when renewing a home insurance policy to review potential risks. A thorough roof evaluation allows the insurer to gauge potential liabilities and adjust coverage accordingly. Insurance companies rely on roof inspections to make informed decisions about policy approvals and renewals.

Roof inspections and roof surveys both check a roof’s condition, but their methods and detail levels differ. 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. Visible signs of wear, damage, and possible leaks are assessed to ensure the roof remains structurally sound. Through inspections, specialists diagnose roofing issues and provide actionable repair or maintenance advice. These inspections primarily assess the roof’s present condition and usually do not include extensive testing or measurements. A roof survey offers a far more thorough and technical analysis compared to a standard inspection. In addition to visual examinations, roof surveys often include technical analysis and in-depth condition reporting. Surveyors may use specialised tools to check for trapped moisture, structural weaknesses, or invisible defects. Since surveys require detailed analysis, they tend to be lengthier and pricier than basic roof inspections. 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 storm, hail, or other severe weather: A roof inspection is essential after severe weather to assess storm damage and necessary repairs. For roofs aging 20+ years: Aging roofing materials can deteriorate, so a professional survey helps identify weak spots. If you are experiencing roof-related problems: A roof inspection helps pinpoint the root cause of roofing problems and offers expert repair recommendations.

Several factors, such as roof size, inspection difficulty, and current workload, determine how long it takes to receive your report. In most cases, our roof inspections should take a few hours to complete, depending on the size of the roof and the number of components that need to be inspected. After the inspection is complete, we will typically need some time to compile the inspection report and document our findings. For intricate roof assessments, compiling the final report may take longer than usual. In general, you should receive your roof inspection report within a few days of the inspection being completed. For most domestic properties, we can provide a preliminary report on the same day as the inspection.