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Roof Inspections and Certifications
Roof inspections and Certifications are an important service of Raven Roofing. Property sellers,
buyers, Realtors, property managers and building owners trust Raven Roofing to thoroughly inspect and give an
unbiased report on the condition and approximate lifespan that is left in
the roof, to ensure all parties are aware of the condition of the roof.
Often, people think if the roof is fairly new and appears fine from the
ground, a roof inspection or certification is an unnecessary expense. That may be true but it
is surprising how many roofs are improperly installed.
We often find
improperly attached shingles, exposed fasteners, deteriorated pipe flashing, and crucial areas
such as skylights, chimneys, and valleys that are not up to industry
standards. Unfortunately, without a professional inspection, the next wind
storm or strong rain may find the problem and also create many more.
If a
roof is not installed according to the exacting manufacturers
specifications, the warranty may not be valid.
A thorough roof inspection or certification addresses all critical areas of the roof, notes the lifespan that
is left and gives recommendations for repairs, moss treatment and/or roof
cleaning. Estimates can be given if repairs or replacement are necessary in
order for the roof to achieve the minimum 3 to 5 year life expectancy which
most lending and insurance institutions require for homes.
Give us a call to schedule your roof inspection or
certification. We know timing is important when buying
and/or selling a property and we will respond quickly for your convenience.
Thorough inspections should be conducted semi-annually and before and after major storms or high wind
events. We inspect numerous areas of potential damage.
The Raven Roofing Inspection Process
Our
Roof Inspection includes checking for:
1. Proper shingle
overhangs at gutters, and eves.
2. Measure for, and calculate for proper
attic ventilation.
3. Inspect attic intake vents for blockage.
4. Interior attic inspection for moisture, mold and leaks.
5. Inspect attic
insulation for proper R-Value.
6. Inspect all storm collars at fireplace
and furnace vents for
proper seal.
7. Inspect all valleys for backup from leaves, pine straw,
etc.
8. Inspect valley metal for proper overhang at termination of valley.
9. Inspect roof shingles for granule loss.
10. Check gutters for blockage.
11. Inspect fasten method.
12. Inspect
for exposed flashings.
13. Check for loose
shingles.
14. Inspect seals on shingles to help prevent wind damage.
15. Inspect all Attic vents for proper installation.
16. Inspect all roof
penetrations for holes or cracks (Vents, plumbing pipes, etc.)
17. Inspect all rubber boots at top of
pipes for dry rot. (We recommend lead boots)
18. Check to see if shingles are brittle, curled,blistered, fishmouthing or deteriorated.
STORM INSPECTION:
A proper and thorough inspection should be conducted before storm season and
after any high wind event. Raven Roofing can identify areas weakest in a roofing system and will give
specific recommendations for action. Raven Roofing can then implement these
recommendations and complete repairs, providing the best defense your roof
can have against wind damage.
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