An annual visit from a certified roof inspector can save you lots of money on significant repairs or replacements later on. Learn what happens during a routine roof inspection.
The Importance of Routine Roof Inspections
When it comes to your roof’s condition, it’s better to know it’s in great shape than to assume all is well. Some issues may not be obvious and can only be spotted by a trained professional. Don’t go for long periods of time without getting your roof checked. It endures rainfall, hail storms, snow, scorching heat, and other weather extremes, all of which contribute to natural wear and tear. Most issues that stem from daily degradation can be fixed easily, and when problems are ignored, they worsen over time and become more expensive. Fusce imperdiet elementum lectus non interdum. In non justo leo. Vestibulum at tortor libero.
What Do Roof Inspectors Do?
Professional roof inspectors find issues early on by doing the following during an inspection:
Check Inside Your Home
Inside your home, roof inspectors look for several things, including water stains, sagging ceilings, and damp carpets. These are all telltale signs of roof damage. Looking from the inside helps determine interior roofing issues that have gone on for too long. The underside of the roof reveals more to professionals than you may believe. It ultimately determines the structure’s condition and whether repairs will do or if restoration or replacement is what’s best.
Analyze the Roof Exterior
Professional roofers also inspect the roof’s exterior. Structural damage caused by rain or hail presents itself in various ways, such as warped material or cracks in the surface. The exterior inspection includes gutters, drains, and downspouts as well. Clogged systems packed with dirt and debris can cause drainage problems too, which can ruin your roofing system. While checking the exterior, professionals also look for cracks and areas with lifted materials.
Examine Equipment and Add-Ons
If your commercial roof has heating and cooling equipment, there could be openings in the surface. Pipes, vents, and ductwork must be sealed correctly, so during a roof inspection, these areas are analyzed as well. Improper sealing leaves the building vulnerable to water damage, HVAC inefficiencies, and pest issues later down the road.
Develop a Plan of Action
After the roof inspection is complete, contractors will discuss with you their findings and make recommendations based on your roof’s condition. It’s important to ask questions to understand what needs to be addressed. Make sure they provide you with detailed documentation of the roof inspection. Go over the results with them and confirm the price point for any proposed solutions.
The Importance of Ongoing Maintenance
It may be easy to forget about getting your roof inspected on a regular basis, but it’s important to keep your roof’s health in mind. Investing in an ongoing maintenance plan helps building owners keep up with this vital obligation for a separate fee, which is much more affordable than what you’d pay if roofing problems spiral out of control. Getting your roof checked extends its lifespan and saves you money in the long run.
ROOFCORP’s Thorough Inspections Keep You Aware
We’re dedicated to helping you get the most out of your money spent on a roofing system. A roof that provides decades of strength and protection is what your building requires, and ROOFCORP makes sure that’s what you get.
It’s important that we answer your questions and concerns before we get started so you don’t have stress concerning your project. Then, after a streamlined inspection, we give you a thorough explanation of what condition your roof is in, talk through the steps we must take next to restore your structure, and discuss your budget.
Our 200 years of combined experience helps our customers rest assured that they’re in great hands. Call us to discuss your roofing needs, whether it’s time for repairs or a replacement. We look forward to working with you.
