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ROOF

We perform thorough visual inspections of roofing, waterproofing and/or other exterior envelope components. Our reports provide digital photo documentation of our observations with corresponding narratives. Each report includes a diagram of the building footprint with the location of the photos.

Wind storms can damage roofing systems in several different ways. The effect of the wind itself can exert a force on important roof system attachments that prevent the roof system from separating from the roof deck and building. Wind forces can also damage exposed sheet metal items, such as gutters and downspouts. In addition, the force of the wind-borne debris may cause puncture or cutting of the roof membrane. In fact, severe wind storms can even dislodge rooftop units and cause the units to blow across the roof, causing extensive roof membrane damage.

Moisture can enter into a roofing system many different ways. In addition to water entry due to roof membrane leaks, moisture can enter a roofing system due to condensation from internal humidity, infiltration through building walls, water entry through equipment housings and latent moisture entrapped beneath the roof system.

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A Roof Inspection is a comprehensive professional, objective visual inspection of the functional and physical conditions of a roof.

Method of Inspection

There are several methods of inspecting a roof. Typically, it is checked from a window from above, by a ladder at the eave, or from the ground with binoculars. If at all possible the roof should not be walked on to prevent damage to the roofing material. As a minimum, a ladder should be placed at the eaves, and the evaluation performed from that location. Windows from above provide an excellent opportunity to evaluate as much of the roof as possible from that location. The last resort is inspecting it from the ground with binoculars.

We carry extending ladders. The roofs of most ranch or one-story homes are easily viewed from a ladder. The roofs of many two-story homes can be viewed from a ladder and from the ground or upper level windows with the aid of binoculars.

Rarely, some buildings with flat roofs may be more difficult to access. In many cases, there is a hatch on the second or third floor that provides access to the roof.

Roofing Checklist:

Style
Maintenance and Condition
Structure
Flashings
Penetrations
Estimated and Remaining Life
Slope
Material