Your roof is a valuable part of your property because it shields your family from rough weather, humid temperatures, and bothersome animals. However, it’s crucial to do routine roof inspections if you want to keep it in good condition.
The National Roofing Contractors Association recommends having a roof routinely inspected. It can be during the fall or spring, or immediately after any significant hurricane with strong winds, or flying debris. If you decide to have a preventative maintenance program for your roof, the frequency of your inspections will probably depend on the age of your roof. Homeowners usually get their roofs inspected at least once per year.
Here are some of the most frequently asked questions concerning the process of professional roof inspection:
What are the warning signs that you may need a roof inspection?
Leaks and drafts are the two most obvious indications that your roof needs to be repaired and inspected. The interior of your home and your roof might be deteriorating due to moisture. While it’s a must to keep an eye out for water that is obviously leaking, you should also look for black streaks and stains on your ceiling.
On the other hand, cool drafts are not always a result of your roof. But a defective roof might result in issues with efficient air circulation and ventilation and drive up your energy costs.
Even if there aren’t any indications that your roof needs to be fixed or replaced, a more thorough inspection might find damage that isn’t obvious to the untrained eye. Consequently, it is always a good idea to plan a yearly roof check.
What is the difference between an exterior and interior roofing inspection?
An exterior roof inspection requires climbing up the roof to check for leaks and correct flashing. In addition, the inspection also includes checking the state of your shingles and chimney. However, an interior roof inspection inspects the attic for proper insulation, and ventilation, as well as moisture and mold.
After the inspection is complete, the expert should provide you with a full breakdown of what needs to be rectified and implement a plan to remedy it correctly.
What are roofers looking for during an inspection?
1. Physical Roof Inspection
A person performing a physical roof check will need to go up onto the roof. This form of a roof inspection is the most straightforward and primarily visual.
2. Drone Roof Inspection
When climbing onto the roof would be too dangerous, homeowners can ask for a drone to survey the roof. This kind of assessment frequently takes place on very steep or impassable roofs. While circling the house’s exterior, the drone shoots films or takes images.
3. Infrared Roof Inspection
The price of an infrared roof inspection is higher than a standard roof check. Professional inspectors search for any indications of deterioration, including minute fractures and leaks, that are normally undetectable to the naked eye.
4. Structural Inspection
The structural inspection will evaluate the durability of the entire roof system. Based on the arrangement of the roof planes, this portion of the examination entails searching for any indicators that might suggest a drooping roof.
The structural inspection looks at the health of the major parts of the roofing system rather than searching for broken or missing roofing materials. The following are indicators that your roof may be sagging:
- rafters or trusses that are rotten, broken, or cracked
- dropped ceilings
- damaged or absent collar ties
- missing or broken rafter ties
- tilting or slanting exterior walls
The condition of your soffit, fascia, and gutters will also be examined by the inspector while they are up on the roof. They will examine the grout, seals, and exterior of any skylights, chimneys, or vents you may have for any signs of system damage.
5. Material Inspection
The roof inspection’s material section will concentrate on the roofing components, such as shingles, metal plates, clay tiles, or even slate shingles. The inspector will check them for any damage, missing components, or rust, moss, or water damage-related stains. In addition to inspecting the roofing material itself, the flashing beneath it is also examined for any indications of leaks, cracks, or vermin.
6. Interior Inspection
Any indications of roof damage that aren’t apparent from the outside will be examined during the interior phase of the inspection. Inspectors will review the house, including the walls, attics, and ceilings. Typical warning signals include the following:
- water smudges
- wood decay
- mold
- holes in the ceiling or walls
- light beams penetrate the attic from the ceiling
- cockroaches in the attic
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