A roof inspection is conducted to evaluate the roof's overall health and detect any existing or potential problems. An inspection helps identify wear and tear, structural issues, and any required maintenance to keep the roof in good shape. Whether you're selling a house, dealing with storm damage, or maintaining your property, a roof inspection is crucial. A properly conducted roof survey ensures that a building remains secure, prevents major repair expenses, and keeps the roof in top condition.

A roof inspection may be required by an insurance company to evaluate potential risks. If you're a homebuyer looking for insurance coverage, a roof survey might be mandatory. The insurer will likely request an inspection to confirm that the roof is structurally sound and doesn’t require urgent maintenance. Similarly, if you are filing a claim with your insurance company, they may require a roof inspection to determine the extent of the damage and whether the damage was caused by a covered event (such as a storm or hail). A roof survey might be necessary during policy renewal to confirm the roof remains in good condition. By assessing the roof’s current state, insurance companies can calculate the level of risk associated with the property. Ultimately, roof inspections help insurers assess property risks and ensure fair policy pricing.

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. Inspectors examine the roofing surface, flashing, skylights, and chimneys to detect any visible problems. 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. Unlike roof surveys, inspections do not usually include in-depth testing, focusing instead on current visible conditions. A full roof survey goes beyond a visual inspection, incorporating advanced testing methods. In addition to visual examinations, roof surveys often include technical analysis and in-depth condition reporting. Advanced testing such as thermal scanning or moisture assessments helps reveal hidden roofing concerns. Roof surveys are often more thorough and time-consuming than roof inspections, which may be more expensive. Roof surveys are ideal for commercial, industrial, or high-risk roofs that require in-depth analysis.

Buying or selling a property? Understanding the condition of the roof before a transaction helps avoid unexpected repair costs. Post-storm roof assessment: After severe weather, a roof inspection ensures that no unseen damage threatens your property. If your roof is more than 20 years old: A roof that has surpassed two decades should be inspected to avoid unexpected failures. Noticing leaks or water damage? Roof inspections diagnose structural issues, leaks, and potential repair needs to prevent costly damage.

Roof inspection report turnaround times depend on multiple factors, including roof structure, workload, and complexity. Depending on the roof’s size and features, the inspection itself is usually done within a few hours. After the inspection is complete, we will typically need some time to compile the inspection report and document our findings. For intricate roof assessments, compiling the final report may take longer than usual. Most customers receive their roof inspection report within a few days after the assessment. For residential properties, we often offer an initial inspection summary on the same day.