Your roof is the first line of defense for your home, and
should always remain in the best condition. A regular professional roof
inspection can detect issues as they emerge for quick repairs. The average cost
of a new roof ranges from $5,394 to
$11,027. With proper roof maintenance, you can avoid this huge bill.
The best time to schedule a roof inspection is after a
weather event or before winter sets in. For you to appreciate the importance of
a roof inspection here's an overview of the critical areas the roof expert
looks at.
1. Workmanship Inspection
The quality of roof installation or repairs determines how
well this installation performs. If you hire a qualified roof contractor for
the job, you get high-quality services to extend the life of your roof.
A roof inspector checks for flaws on the roof and indicates
this in the clients' report. Common signs of poor roof installation include
leaks, incorrect flashing, roof stains, missing or damaged shingles, wrong
nails, poorly attached materials, and lack of drip edges.
If the roof is not uniform, it's likely the contractor did
the job hurriedly. All the identified problems should be addressed promptly to
stop further deterioration of the roof.
2. Structural Inspection
Inspection of the structural integrity of the roof takes
most of the time and effort in this process. The inspector looks at every part
of the roof system to detect issues that can affect its structural integrity.
Here are some of the tasks the roofing professional completes:
- Checks
for clogged gutters
- Looks
for loose or exposed nails
- Marks
broken seals on shingles
- Checks
for sagging sections of the roof
- Identifies
cracked chimney and missing chimney caps
- Marks
crumbling grout on the roof
- Notes
any missing fasteners
- Inspects
the condition of vent including the rubber boots and seals
With this list of roof problems, it's easier to carry out
comprehensive repairs. A roofing contractor in your area uses the inspection
report to resolve all problems and get the roof back into the best condition.
3. Material Inspection
Roof materials deteriorate with age and exposure to
extreme weather. A professional roof inspection helps reveal the extent of such
damage. For your roof to perform well, all materials should remain in
functional condition. Here's what the roof inspector does to assess the
condition of roof materials:
- Checks
for cracked tiles or slates
- Looks
for any blistered, curled tiles or slates
- Checks
slipping or missing tiles or slates
- Inspects
for mold or rust on all the materials
- Notes
poorly installed flashing
- Marks
missing or rusty flashing
If any roof material has deteriorated, the roof inspector
can recommend repairs or replacement. When your roof contractor relies on the
roof inspection report, you get better results in roof repairs or replacement.
4. Interior Inspection
Some roof problems manifest inside the house, and a roof
inspection focuses on this area to detect such issues. The roof inspector
checks for any signs of leaks on the ceiling, the attic, and on your house's
interior walls. Such signs include cracks, condensation on walls, mold sagging
decking between rafters, and light penetration through the roof.
Your home's roof protects your family and this valuable
investment. A well-maintained roof also improves your home's appearance and
reduces energy wastage to cut your energy bill. Regular preventive roof
inspection helps the roof perform all these functions. A roof inspector creates
a comprehensive report of all roof issues and this is what you use for roof
maintenance.
If you need a professional roof inspection in
Vacaville, California, or the surrounding areas, don't look any further. At Cal
Roofing Systems Inc. we bring over 50 years of roofing experience to your
project and this helps us deliver beyond your expectations.
Contact us
today for a
comprehensive roofing quote.
