Inspections & Maintenance
Roof inspection
A roof inspection checks every slope, the flashing, vents, gutters and the attic underside, then reports condition, damage and remaining life with photos. Homeowners order them after storms, before insurance renewals, before winter or hurricane season, and when buying or selling a house.
- Same-day inspections when a roofer is available
- All 50 states + D.C.
- Quote before work
More insurers now ask for roof age or condition before renewing a policy, especially in hail and hurricane states and for roofs over 10 to 15 years old. An inspection with photos gives you an accurate record instead of a guess.
If you're buying a home, a general home inspector's roof notes are a starting point. A roofer can tell you whether the issues are repairs or a replacement, which matters in negotiations.
Roof inspection at a glance
- Covers
- Slopes, flashing, vents, gutters and attic
- When
- Yearly, after storms, and at sale or renewal
- You receive
- Photos, condition notes and remaining life
- Useful for
- Insurance renewals and home sales
Types of roof inspection
Signs you need roof inspection
- A storm passed through recently
- Your insurer asked about the roof's age or condition
- You're buying or selling a home
- The roof is 10 or more years old
- You've noticed granules, stains or missing shingles
How the roofer handles it
- 1
Exterior
Every slope, valley, flashing detail, vent and gutter is checked and photographed.
- 2
Attic
Decking, ventilation, insulation and signs of past leaks or ice dams are reviewed from inside.
- 3
Report
You get photos, condition notes and an estimate of remaining life.
- 4
Recommendations
Repairs are prioritized, with an honest call on whether replacement is near.
What affects the cost
Prices depend on what the roofer finds, so the contractor quotes after inspecting. These are the main factors:
- Free storm inspections vs. paid written reports
- Roof size and height
- Drone or ladder access
- Detailed reports for real estate or insurance
- Attic access
Frequently asked questions
How often should I get my roof inspected?
Once a year and after any major storm is a good rule, ideally before your region's hardest season: hurricane season on the coasts, winter in snow country, or spring hail season on the Plains.
Are free roof inspections legitimate?
Many roofers inspect for free after storms. Treat the findings as a starting point and get a second opinion before signing a contract for a full replacement.
Where roof inspection matters most
States where wildfire drive the most demand. The service is available across our network in all 50 states and D.C.
Need roof inspection?
Same-day inspections when a roofer is available. One call connects you with an independent roofer who serves your ZIP.