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Roof Inspection
Get A Roof Inspection Done Today
Our International Association of Certified Home Inspectors (InterNACHI) and American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) certified inspectors are trained to inspect your roof. The inspector will check the exterior of the roof and the interior of the roof by attic access.
Within the attic our inspector will check:
– Adequate Fasteners in the Attic
– Proper Installation of Roof Sheathing
– Any Improper Flashing around Roof Penetrations
– Any Deficiencies or Alterations of Rafters and Truss members
– Proper Ventilation in the Attic to Prevent Moisture Build up
For the exterior of the roof, our inspector will check
– Shingles Condition
– Drip Edge
– Attachment to the Sheathing
– Bumps, Buckling or Otherwise Uneven Shingle Placement
– Any Noticeable Roof Leaks
– Flashing Condition
– Cricket Installation
– Gutters Attachment
– Identify if there is any Granule loss from Shingles in the Gutters
Why get a roof inspection?
You should get a roof inspection because:
- To Check for Proper Water Drainage
- To Check for Any Deficiencies Around the Roof
- To Avoid Having to Pay for Costly Damages
- Identify Roof Maintenance Opportunities
Check for Proper Water Drainage
Checking for proper water drainage is extremely important as you want the water to be drained away from your property's foundation. If not, you could end up with damages to the foundation.
Check for any Deficiencies around the Roof
Checking the roof for deficiencies will help you minimize cost damages and save a lot of time.
Avoid Having to Pay for Costly Damages
By getting a roof inspection, you can avoid having to pay for costly damages. Knowing the roof issues early will prevent you from having to deal with more significant issues later on.
Identify Roof Maintenance Opportunities
Yearly roof maintenance can help extend the life of your roof. It will also help identify weak points in your roof and detect unseen or hard to spot issues that a roof inspector will locate.
Our inspectors are trained to identify and report on shingle damage at residential roofs , as well as any potential roofing system deficiencies. We also offer a written report that includes all of our findings and recommendations.
If you’re interested in scheduling a professional roof inspection at your home, please call us today. We would be happy to discuss your specific needs and provide you with a free estimate.
Please understand there are some limitations and we will not inspect every roof. Please contact the office for more details.