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. Roof inspections are typically performed before buying or selling a home, after a significant weather event, or as part of a regular maintenance schedule. A properly conducted roof survey ensures that a building remains secure, prevents major repair expenses, and keeps the roof in top condition.

Insurance providers often request roof inspections for multiple purposes. 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. To process a claim, the insurer may conduct an inspection to confirm whether the damage resulted from a covered event like hail or storms. As part of policy renewal, insurers may mandate a roof inspection to reassess coverage eligibility. 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 standard roof inspection involves visually checking the roof and its key elements for any visible issues. Roof inspections include checking flashing, roofing materials, and structural elements such as skylights and chimneys. The inspection focuses on spotting issues such as leaks, deterioration, or structural weaknesses that might affect the roof. Roof inspections help identify roofing concerns and offer expert recommendations for maintenance or fixes. These inspections primarily assess the roof’s present condition and usually do not include extensive testing or measurements. On the other hand, a roof survey is a more detailed and comprehensive assessment of the roof and its condition. Roof surveys combine traditional inspections with advanced evaluations to obtain in-depth data on roof conditions. Surveyors may use specialised tools to check for trapped moisture, structural weaknesses, or invisible defects. Due to their detailed nature, roof surveys generally take longer and are more costly than regular inspections. More detailed roof surveys are typically conducted for complex properties or when specific repair insights are required.

Selling or acquiring a house? A professional roof survey ensures you are aware of any roofing problems before buying or selling a property. Post-storm roof assessment: After severe weather, a roof inspection ensures that no unseen damage threatens your property. Older roofs require inspections: A roof that has surpassed two decades should be inspected to avoid unexpected failures. Seeing signs of roof deterioration? 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. A typical roof survey lasts a few hours, though larger or more complex roofs may take longer. Following the survey, we take time to analyze the data and prepare a detailed report for you. The time required to finalize the report depends on the level of detail involved in the inspection. Typically, reports are delivered within a few days, depending on the survey complexity. For smaller domestic roofs, we can usually provide an initial report on the day of the inspection.