A professional roof inspection determines the condition of a roof and highlights any defects or weaknesses. 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. Getting a roof inspection safeguards a building’s structure, increases roof longevity, and reduces the risk of expensive future repairs.

Insurance providers often request roof inspections for multiple purposes. When insuring a newly purchased home, an inspection ensures the roof meets policy requirements. The insurer will likely request an inspection to confirm that the roof is structurally sound and doesn’t require urgent maintenance. If you submit an insurance claim for roof damage, the insurer may need an inspection to verify the cause and severity of the issue. For ongoing insurance coverage, periodic roof inspections help insurers adjust risk assessments. An inspection gives the insurance company insight into the roof’s durability and potential risks. Ultimately, roof inspections help insurers assess property risks and ensure fair policy pricing.

Both roof inspections and roof surveys evaluate a roof’s condition, but they vary in their depth and purpose. 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. Our experts check for any wear and tear, damage, or structural concerns that could impact the roof’s performance. A roof inspection aims to identify any problems or areas of concern and provide recommendations for repairs or maintenance as needed. These inspections primarily assess the roof’s present condition and usually do not include extensive testing or measurements. In contrast, a roof survey provides a more in-depth evaluation of the roof's overall state. While surveys include visual assessments, they also incorporate technical measurements and diagnostic tests. 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. Because surveys involve more extensive testing, they take longer to complete and may cost more than standard inspections. Roof surveys are often used for larger or more complex roofs or when more detailed information about the roof’s condition is needed for repair or maintenance purposes.

Purchasing or listing a home? A professional roof survey ensures you are aware of any roofing problems before buying or selling a property. If your roof has been exposed to severe weather: 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. For roofs aging 20+ years: Older roofs are prone to leaks, structural issues, and general wear—an inspection can help detect these problems early. If you are experiencing roof-related problems: 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. Depending on the roof’s size and features, the inspection itself is usually done within a few hours. After gathering all necessary details, we document our findings and compile a professional inspection report. 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. For most domestic properties, we can provide a preliminary report on the same day as the inspection.