Looking for Post-Storm Roof Inspection for a home in Westmoreland County Pennsylvania?
The crew at The Roofing Company will examine the shingles, the metal and the attic side of the deck, and explain what they find in plain words
Reach us at 412-858-8858 and tell us what you have noticed
What Gets Examined on a Roof, Step by Step
A roof inspection is a careful look at the whole roof, done from three vantage points; the aim is a clear picture of what is sound and what is worn. People book Post-Storm Roof Inspection when they want a straight answer about the roof, and the notes are yours to keep; some roofs need only a little attention.
The point of the visit is to learn whether the roof still keeps water out, how well the roof sheds snow and ice, and before a drip turns into a bigger job. Often the result is that the roof needs nothing for now, and that is a perfectly good answer; other times the roofer finds a loose flashing or a few lifted tabs.
Ground Level Comes First, With Binoculars if Needed
The first look is from the yard, the sidewalk and the driveway, because many problems can be spotted from below; photos are taken as the walk goes.
- Dips or waves in the roofline, and the roofer notes where it starts
- Bare spots and exposed nail lines, particularly along exposed ridgelines
- Chimney, wall and skylight details, and any staining on the masonry nearby
- Downspouts and where they discharge, and any water marks behind them tell their own story
- Branches rubbing the shingles, and the notes say how far it reaches
What shows from below is a first impression, not a verdict, and the notes carry over to the next stage; steep slopes and wet or icy surfaces are not climbed. A steep or wet roof is a risk, so the roofer picks the approach with care, and there is no shame in staying on the ground; a camera with a zoom reaches farther than most people think.
Close Contact With the Shingles: Slope by Slope
Up close, every course of shingles gets a careful look, and the ridge, hips and valleys are checked one by one; blistered or cracked shingles show age. Valleys and flashing get extra time, as repeated freezing opens up small gaps. Post-Storm Roof Inspection on an older roof takes extra care, and that is a sensible and safe approach; old tar and patches show earlier repairs.
Under the Roof: Clues Above the Ceiling
The underside of the deck keeps a record of every leak, in stains, rusty nails and darkened boards; frost on the nail tips shows warm, moist air reaching the cold deck. Roofers look for blocked soffit vents and compressed insulation, since heat loss feeds ice dams. Post-Storm Roof Inspection works as a two-sided check, and it turns a hunch into something that can be pointed to. Insulation tells its own tale, since insulation and air sealing do as much for ice as shingles do; the fix is often simple.
Photographs and Notes, Spot by Spot
The roofer shoots each slope, each joint and each trouble spot, and the notes say whether a spot looks urgent or can wait; good photos let you see what the roofer saw. The notes record what the roof is made of and how it looks today, along with approximate measurements where needed; this is the file you can hand to anyone who works on the roof next. Post-Storm Roof Inspection should end with something you can look at and keep, since a roof that was fine last spring may look different after another winter. The most useful photos show context as well as detail, and a stranger could find the same spot; numbered photos match numbered notes.
Triggers Worth Acting On, in This Climate
When winter has been rough, the roof has usually taken a beating, and the damage is easiest to see when the surface is dry; ice that returns in the same place each winter points to a cause worth finding. High wind is another reason, and a missing cap on the ridge is easy to miss from the street; lifted edges are worth a photo. Hail and summer thunderstorms can leave their own mark, and dents in gutters and vents are a clue. Post-Storm Roof Inspection carried out soon after the event is easier to compare with earlier photos, and the record shows what the storm did and what it did not; do not wait for a stain if you suspect damage. Granules wash away in thaw after thaw, so a roof can look fine one season and tired the next; metal expands and contracts at every joint.
Buying, Selling and Replacing: Facts for a Big Choice
A roof is among the largest items in a home, so buyers like to understand it, and a visit gives you something to discuss; ask for the photos and the written summary. Sellers sometimes book a visit first so nothing comes as a shock, and a documented condition helps the conversation. Thinking about a new roof starts with knowing what the old one is doing, and the notes become a starting point for choosing materials; a roofer will say plainly when a replacement is the sensible step.
What You Receive Afterward: Something You Can Use
The findings are usually put into a short written summary, and it lists every area of concern; it should read clearly without roofing jargon. Post-Storm Roof Inspection should end with plain statements, not riddles: what can wait, what should be done soon and what is urgent; ask for a call to go through it if you like. The summary may also include recommendations, and you may act on them or not.
Before the Roofer Arrives: a Short Checklist
Move anything blocking the hatch or the gutters, and notes about past stains or drips help the roofer; write down dates when leaks showed up.
- Ask whether the roof, the attic and the gutters are all included, so you know the scope in advance
- Confirm that the notes will be written in plain language, since you will want it later
- Check whether any work is optional, and what can safely wait
Book a Roof Visit in Westmoreland County Pennsylvania, and Ask Anything
A phone call is the easiest way to set up Post-Storm Roof Inspection for your home in Westmoreland County Pennsylvania, and our team will keep it simple. Call 412-858-8858 and tell us what you have noticed, and bring your questions.
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