A professional roof inspection determines the condition of a roof and highlights any defects or weaknesses. By inspecting the roof, specialists can detect potential risks and provide expert recommendations to prolong its lifespan. Whether you're selling a house, dealing with storm damage, or maintaining your property, a roof inspection is crucial. Roof inspections can help to protect the structural integrity of a building, extend the life of a roof, and prevent costly repairs down the line.

An insurance company may require a roof inspection for a variety of reasons. When securing home insurance for a newly purchased property, insurers may require a roof check. By evaluating the roof’s condition, the insurer can determine if the home qualifies for coverage without additional risks. If you submit an insurance claim for roof damage, the insurer may need an inspection to verify the cause and severity of the issue. Insurance providers sometimes require roof inspections when renewing a home insurance policy to review potential risks. An inspection gives the insurance company insight into the roof’s durability and potential risks. Insurance companies rely on roof inspections to make informed decisions about policy approvals and renewals.

A roof inspection and a roof survey are both methods used to assess the condition of a roof, but they differ in scope and level of detail. A roof inspection is a visual examination of the roof and its components conducted by one of SNR Roofing’s professional contractors. The inspection process covers various components, including roofing materials, flashing, and additional features like skylights and chimneys. Our experts check for any wear and tear, damage, or structural concerns that could impact the roof’s performance. A key purpose of roof inspections is to pinpoint defects and propose repair or maintenance solutions. Roof inspections are usually focused on the immediate condition of the roof and do not typically involve detailed measurements or testing. On the other hand, a roof survey is a more detailed and comprehensive assessment of the roof and its condition. While surveys include visual assessments, they also incorporate technical measurements and diagnostic tests. Surveys can involve moisture testing, material thickness measurements, or using high-tech tools to detect hidden issues. Since surveys require detailed analysis, they tend to be lengthier and pricier than basic roof inspections. They are particularly beneficial for large-scale or intricate roofing structures that need a deeper evaluation.

If you are buying or selling a home: A roof inspection can help you understand the roof’s condition and identify any potential issues that may need to be addressed before buying or selling a home. If your roof has been exposed to severe weather: After severe weather, a roof inspection ensures that no unseen damage threatens your property. Older roofs require inspections: Over time, roofs become more vulnerable to damage, making routine inspections important for maintenance. Seeing signs of roof deterioration? A roof inspection helps pinpoint the root cause of roofing problems and offers expert repair recommendations.

The length of time it takes to receive your roof inspection report will depend on a number of factors, including the size and complexity of your roof, our current availability, and workload. Most roof inspections are completed within hours, but more detailed assessments may extend the process. Once the inspection is finished, our team will process the results and create a comprehensive report detailing our findings. The time required to finalize the report depends on the level of detail involved in the inspection. In general, you should receive your roof inspection report within a few days of the inspection being completed. A preliminary assessment for home roofs is often available right after the inspection is completed.