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The importance of your home’s roof really can’t be overstated. Without a solid, functioning roof, a house quickly turns into an uncomfortable place to live—not something any homeowner wants to endure. To protect your investment and your health, prioritize keeping your home’s roof in good shape.
How do you do that?
Well, as is the case with your home’s other systems, preventative maintenance is key. If they’re caught early, problems such as failed flashing, missing or torn shingles, and broken tiles are easier to fix and less likely to have already caused major problems to the structure or interior of the house.
Do I need a roof inspection?
There are four main reasons you might need to have your roof looked at by a professional. If you answer to any of the following questions is “yes,” a roof inspection needs to be in your future:
- Have you noticed water where it shouldn’t be in your home? Any obvious roof leaks or dark stains on the ceiling?
- Are you buying a home?
- Are you renewing your home insurance or changing carriers?
- Has your area recently experienced a major storm?
Roof Inspection Process
Your roof inspector will look at your roof from both the interior and exterior. The inspector will start inside the house and look at ceilings for signs of water damage and leaks. Then we walk around the perimeter of the property, inspecting the eaves and roof overhangs for signs of wood rot and termite damage.
Next, the inspector will look for the following:
- Vegetation and debris on the roof
- Broken tiles or shingles
- Rust and other signs of deterioration on roof flashing
- Clogged roof valleys
- Clogged gutters
- Cracked or failing seals around all roof penetrations—plumbing vents, attic vents and fans, pipes, etc.
If your home has a flat roof, the inspector will also look for lifted overlaps and delaminating roof material, both precursors to roof leaks.
After the Inspection
The end result of the inspection largely depends on the condition of the roof. If no repairs are needed, we prepare a written inspection report.
Regardless of whether roof repair is necessary, getting the inspection results in writing is very important. Your home insurance company will need this information, and it’s good documentation to have on hand if you put your house on the market in the future.
Diamond Home Inspections | Home Inspection 612-223-5387