How long does an inspection take?

Usually under an hour or two for a typical home.

Will I get a written report?

Ask for one with photos, especially for insurance or a sale.

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What's checked

Shingles or metal panels, flashing, vents, pipe boots, valleys, gutters and the attic for leaks, ventilation and decking condition.

Buying or selling

Buyers want to know the roof's age and condition before they commit. Sellers can fix small issues before listing.

Insurance

Some Florida insurers ask about a roof's age and condition at renewal. An inspection report with photos gives you a clear answer.

After a storm

Even without obvious damage, a check after a strong storm can catch lifted shingles or loose flashing before they leak.

Signs of wear

Granule loss, curling edges, cracked shingles and exposed nails are signs a roof is aging.

Worn shingles: curling edges and bare patches where granules have washed off.

Attic ventilation

Inspectors check whether the attic breathes properly. Poor ventilation shortens roof life and raises cooling costs.

How often

Every couple of years for older roofs, and after any major storm.

Book an inspection

Tell the roofer why you need it and the roof's age. Send a request and a roofer will get in touch.

Drone and ladder

Some roofers use drones for steep or fragile roofs, then check key spots by hand. Either way, ask for photos of what they found.

Before you buy

A home inspector's report covers the roof briefly. A roofer's inspection goes deeper on age, wear and remaining life.

Fix list

A good inspection ends with a short list of what needs doing now, what can wait and roughly how much life the roof has left. That helps you plan and budget.

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