Roof inspections are a process used to assess the condition of a roof and identify any issues or problems. The purpose of a roof inspection is to assess its structural integrity, detect possible concerns, and suggest necessary maintenance. Whether you're selling a house, dealing with storm damage, or maintaining your property, a roof inspection is crucial. Getting a roof inspection safeguards a building’s structure, increases roof longevity, and reduces the risk of expensive future repairs.

Insurance companies request roof surveys to assess property conditions and minimize risks. When securing home insurance for a newly purchased property, insurers may require a roof check. In that case, the insurance company may require a roof inspection to ensure that the roof is in good condition and not in need of immediate repairs. When making a roof-related insurance claim, a survey is often required to assess the extent of the damage and its cause. A roof survey might be necessary during policy renewal to confirm the roof remains in good condition. This helps the insurance company assess the roof’s condition and determine the risk of insuring the property. 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.

Roof inspections and roof surveys both check a roof’s condition, but their methods and detail levels differ. A roof inspection is a visual examination of the roof and its components conducted by one of SNR Roofing’s professional contractors. A roof inspection typically involves thoroughly examining the roof surface, including the roofing material, flashing, and other components such as skylights and chimneys. Visible signs of wear, damage, and possible leaks are assessed to ensure the roof remains structurally sound. The primary goal of a roof inspection is to detect existing issues and suggest necessary repairs or upkeep. 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. 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. Roof surveys are often more thorough and time-consuming than roof inspections, which may be more expensive. For larger buildings or roofs with structural concerns, surveys provide the detailed insights needed for long-term maintenance planning.

Purchasing or listing a home? A professional roof survey ensures you are aware of any roofing problems before buying or selling a property. After a major weather event: Hail, storms, and heavy winds can cause hidden roof damage, making an inspection crucial. Older roofs require inspections: A roof that has surpassed two decades should be inspected to avoid unexpected failures. Struggling with roofing issues? If you are noticing leaks, water damage, or other issues with your roof, a roof inspection can help to identify the cause of the problem and suggest repair solutions.

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. 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. A more complex inspection will take additional time to analyze and document findings properly. In general, you should receive your roof inspection report within a few days of the inspection being completed. For most domestic properties, we can provide a preliminary report on the same day as the inspection.