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. Regular roof inspections are important when buying a home, post-storm, or as part of annual upkeep. By detecting issues early, roof inspections help maintain structural integrity, prolong the lifespan of the roof, and minimize costly damages.

A roof inspection may be required by an insurance company to evaluate potential risks. When insuring a newly purchased home, an inspection ensures the roof meets policy requirements. This inspection helps the insurance provider verify that the roof is in good shape and free from major defects. Roof inspections during claims help insurers distinguish between covered damages and pre-existing issues. For ongoing insurance coverage, periodic roof inspections help insurers adjust risk assessments. Evaluating the roof condition helps insurers decide on policy terms and possible premium adjustments. Overall, a roof inspection is typically required by an insurance company to evaluate the roof’s condition and determine the risk of insuring the property.

The key difference between a roof inspection and a roof survey is the level of assessment and testing involved. A roof inspection is a visual examination of the roof and its components conducted by one of SNR Roofing’s professional contractors. During an inspection, the roofing materials, flashing, skylights, and chimneys are all checked for any visible damage or wear. Our experts check for any wear and tear, damage, or structural concerns that could impact the roof’s performance. Through inspections, specialists diagnose roofing issues and provide actionable repair or maintenance advice. Unlike roof surveys, inspections do not usually include in-depth testing, focusing instead on current visible conditions. A roof survey offers a far more thorough and technical analysis compared to a standard inspection. In addition to visual examinations, roof surveys often include technical analysis and in-depth condition reporting. This may include testing the roof deck’s moisture content, measuring the roofing material’s thickness, or using specialised equipment to identify problems that are not visible to the naked eye. Due to their detailed nature, roof surveys generally take longer and are more costly than regular 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. Following extreme weather conditions: If your area has experienced a storm, hail, or other weather events that may have damaged your roof, a roof inspection can help to determine the extent of the damage and identify any repairs that may be needed. If your roof is more than 20 years old: Older roofs are prone to leaks, structural issues, and general wear—an inspection can help detect these problems early. Seeing signs of roof deterioration? If your roof shows signs of distress, an inspection ensures that necessary fixes are identified and addressed quickly.

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. After the inspection is complete, we will typically need some time to compile the inspection report and document our findings. How long it takes to prepare the report is influenced by the complexity of the survey and required documentation. Inspection reports are usually available within a few days, but this may vary based on the type of roof and findings. For most domestic properties, we can provide a preliminary report on the same day as the inspection.