Roof inspections with photos of every slope
A free, no-obligation inspection that tells you what shape your roof is in, backed by photos of every slope and a written summary you keep.
What a real inspection involves
Plenty of roof checks are a quick look from the driveway. Ours means walking the roof when it's safe, getting into the attic when we can, and photographing every slope. For a typical house, that takes about 45 to 60 minutes.
Afterward you get a report to keep: photos of every slope with damage marked, notes on flashing, ventilation and the attic, and a plain list of what needs attention now, what to watch and what's fine. If work is needed, a written estimate comes with it, and it's yours to compare with other bids.
You don't need to climb up with us, but we like to sit down afterward and go through the photos together. If nothing needs fixing, we'll tell you that and leave.
What we check
- ShinglesHail bruises, cracks, missing or creased tabs, granule loss, blistering and nail pops, slope by slope.
- Flashing and penetrationsChimney, wall and step flashing, pipe boots, skylights and vent caps, the places most leaks start.
- Valleys, ridges and edgesValley wear and debris, ridge cap condition, drip edge and the first course of shingles at the eaves.
- VentilationSoffit intake, ridge or roof vents, and whether the two are in balance. Poor airflow ages a roof early.
- Gutters and soft metalsDents in gutters, downspouts, vents and window wraps, which say a lot about hail size, plus how well the gutters are attached.
- Attic and deckingDaylight through the deck, water stains, frost or mold, insulation blocking the soffits, and soft spots underfoot up top.
How the visit goes
Most of the time goes to the roof itself, but we start and finish on the ground with you.
Ground walk-around
We start at ground level: gutters, downspouts, siding, window wraps, AC fins and anything else hail or wind might have marked.
On the roof
When it's dry and safe, we walk each slope, mark and measure damage, and photograph every slope.
In the attic
With your OK, we check the underside of the deck, the ventilation and the insulation from inside.
Review together
We show you the photos, explain what needs attention now and what can wait, and answer questions. If work is needed, you get a written estimate.
Free inspections after a storm
After hail or high wind, damage often isn't visible from the ground. Fresh dents in your gutters or vent caps are a hint the shingles took hits too. If we find storm damage, the photo report becomes the starting point for your insurance claim.
If the damage isn't worth claiming, we'll say so, and you avoid opening a claim you don't need. Our storm damage and insurance help page explains what comes next when there is.
Inspections for buying or selling a home
If you're selling, a pre-listing roof inspection shows you what a buyer's inspector is likely to flag, so you can fix it on your schedule or price it in. If you're buying, keep in mind that a general home inspection often checks the roof from a ladder or the ground. We get on it and look closer.
Either way, you get the same report: condition of each slope, a realistic read on remaining life and what any repairs would involve. Your agent is welcome to meet us on site.
Every inspection is free and comes with photos of every slope. No obligation, and no pressure to sign anything that day.
Questions about roof inspection
Do I need to be home for the inspection?
For the outside, no. Someone does need to be home if you'd like the attic checked, and we'd rather go over the photos with you in person. If you can't be there, we'll send the report and call to walk you through it.
How often should a roof be inspected?
Once a year is a good habit, ideally in fall before winter, plus after any storm with hail or strong wind. Roofs past 15 years old deserve a closer eye. Our fall roof checklist covers what you can check yourself from the ground.
What if my roof is too steep or wet to walk?
We don't walk roofs when it isn't safe. We'll inspect what we can from a ladder at the eaves and from the attic, then come back to finish when conditions allow.
Can I use your report for an insurance claim?
Yes. The photos and notes show the damage, where it is on each slope and the date we inspected. Your insurer's adjuster will still do their own inspection, and we can meet them on site if you'd like.
Is the inspection really free?
Yes. Residential inspections and written estimates are free with no obligation, including after storms. We'd rather earn the work by showing you what's actually up there.
Related services
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Roof repair
Leaks, wind-lifted shingles, flashing and pipe boots fixed at the source, with photos.
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Roof ventilation
Balanced intake and exhaust that cuts attic heat, moisture and ice dams.
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Storm damage and insurance claims
Emergency tarping, hail and wind damage documentation, and help with your insurance claim.
Book your free inspection
Tell us what you're seeing and we'll schedule a visit, usually within a few days. You get photos and a written estimate either way, with no pressure to sign anything.
- (515) 555-0147Call or text, Mon–Fri 7am–7pm, Sat 8am–4pm
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- Storm emergencyCall any time for tarping