Roof Inspection
Brooklyn, NY
A professional roof inspection gives you the facts — exactly what's wrong, what's fine, and what to watch. We inspect every accessible area and deliver a clear written report with photos within 24 hours.
- Detailed written report with photos delivered within 24 hours
- Interior & exterior inspection — attic, deck, surface, flashing, drainage
- Ideal for home purchases, insurance claims & annual maintenance
- NYC licensed & insured — independent, unbiased assessments
What We Inspect on Every Brooklyn Roof
Our inspections cover every accessible area — from the ridge to the attic floor. Here's exactly what's evaluated and documented in your written report.
Roof Surface & Materials
- Shingle condition — cracking, curling, granule loss, missing tabs
- Flat roof membrane — blistering, cracking, seam separation, ponding areas
- Metal panel condition — rust, fastener backing, seam integrity
- Ridge cap and hip condition
- Surface age estimation and remaining useful life
- Hail or impact damage identification
Flashing & Penetrations
- Chimney flashing — step, counter, and cap flashing
- Skylight flashing and seal condition
- Pipe boot and vent penetration seals
- Wall-to-roof transitions and step flashing
- Valley condition — open, closed, and woven valleys
- Drip edge presence and condition
Drainage & Gutters
- Gutter condition and secure attachment
- Downspout size adequacy and discharge location
- Evidence of ponding or inadequate slope on flat sections
- Improper drainage patterns that accelerate wear
- Ice dam risk areas on pitched surfaces
Deck & Structure
- Visible decking condition through attic access
- Rafter and truss condition where accessible
- Sagging or deflection areas
- Evidence of past water intrusion on decking
- Nail pattern adequacy on visible sections
Attic & Ventilation
- Attic ventilation adequacy (intake and exhaust balance)
- Evidence of moisture, mold, or staining on sheathing
- Insulation condition and coverage
- Blocked soffit vents
- Ridge vent and box vent function
Interior Evidence
- Water stains on ceilings and walls
- Active or historic leak mapping
- Stain age estimation (active vs. old)
- Correlation of interior stains to exterior deficiencies
What We Don't Do: Pressure You to Buy
Our inspection reports document what we find — good and bad. We'll tell you what needs immediate attention, what to monitor, and what's in good shape. If nothing needs repair, that's what the report will say. We don't manufacture problems to sell work.
Six Situations Where a Roof Inspection Is the Right Move
A roof inspection isn't just for obvious problems. Here are the six most common — and most important — situations where professional documentation pays for itself many times over.
Buying a Home
A general home inspector will look at the roof from the ground with binoculars for 10 minutes and check one box. A dedicated roofing inspection goes on the roof, in the attic, and into the ceiling — and gives you actual information about what you're buying.
We've caught $30,000+ in deferred maintenance on homes where the general inspection said 'roof appears functional.' Know before you close.
Insurance Claim Support
After a storm, hail event, or sudden leak, a documented inspection creates the paper trail your insurance claim needs. We identify storm damage specifically, measure affected areas, and produce reports formatted for insurance carrier review.
Without documentation from a licensed contractor, insurers routinely undervalue or deny legitimate claims.
After a Major Storm
Hail damage, wind damage, and debris impact often aren't visible from the ground — and the damage may not manifest as a leak for months. By then, the insurance window has closed and the claim is yours to bear.
Get an inspection within 30–60 days of any significant storm, even if you don't see obvious damage.
Annual Maintenance Check
An annual spring inspection (after winter stress) catches developing problems before they become expensive repairs. For older roofs (15+ years), semi-annual inspections are worth the cost — problems compound quickly on aging systems.
The average inspection costs $200–$400. The average leak repair from a missed small problem: $1,500–$8,000+.
Roof Reaching End of Life
Asphalt shingles start showing significant deterioration at 15–20 years. An inspection 2–3 years before you expect to replace tells you whether you can defer replacement, what to monitor, and how to budget — rather than being forced into an emergency decision.
Planned replacements are 15–30% less expensive than emergency replacements driven by active leaking.
Before Selling Your Home
A pre-listing inspection lets you identify and address issues on your timeline — before buyers use them as negotiating leverage. Sellers who provide inspection documentation consistently close faster and with fewer concessions.
Buyers request price reductions 2–3× the actual repair cost when they discover issues during their own inspection.
How Our Brooklyn Roof Inspections Work
From scheduling to report delivery, here's what to expect at every step of the inspection process.
Schedule
Call or request online. We'll confirm an inspection date within 1–2 business days. For time-sensitive situations — home closings, active leaks, insurance deadlines — we offer expedited scheduling.
Preparation
No preparation needed on your end beyond providing access to the attic if accessible. If you've had recent leaks, make note of their location — interior leak mapping helps us trace problems to their source faster.
Exterior Inspection
The inspector accesses the roof directly — no ground-level assessments from us. We walk the entire accessible surface, inspect every slope, examine all flashing points, evaluate gutters and drainage, and photograph everything noteworthy.
Interior & Attic Inspection
We inspect the attic space (if accessible) for moisture staining, insulation condition, ventilation adequacy, and deck condition. We also note any interior ceiling stains and correlate them to exterior findings.
Written Report Delivered
Within 24 hours you receive a written report documenting every finding — organized by category, rated by severity (immediate action required / monitor / no action needed), with photos of every deficiency noted.
Review Call
We walk you through the report findings by phone. You'll understand exactly what was found, what it means, what the options are, and — if repairs are needed — what a realistic cost range looks like. No upsell pressure.
What Your Written Inspection Report Contains
Our reports don't say "roof appears to be in fair condition." They tell you exactly what's wrong, what to watch, and what's fine — with photos, severity ratings, and a remaining life estimate.
Every Finding Gets a Severity Rating
Items that are actively leaking, at high risk of imminent failure, or creating structural risk. These need to be addressed before the next rain event.
Issues that are developing but haven't failed yet. Left unaddressed, they'll become immediate action items — or more expensive repairs.
Items inspected and found to be in acceptable condition with no deficiencies noted.
Report Features
A Note on Independent Inspection
Some homeowners worry that a roofing contractor doing the inspection has a conflict of interest. We take this seriously. Our inspection reports are designed to stand on their own — the findings are what they are. Plenty of our inspections result in "no action needed" or "this will be fine for 3–5 more years." We'd rather be the contractor you trust than the one who manufactured a problem.
How Much Does a Roof Inspection Cost in Brooklyn?
A roof inspection is consistently among the highest-ROI expenditures in homeownership. Here's what to expect for Brooklyn inspections and what you get for the cost.
- Full exterior roof surface inspection
- Flashing and penetration check
- Gutter and drainage evaluation
- Attic inspection (if accessible)
- Written report within 24 hours
- Photo documentation of all findings
- Remaining life estimate
- Everything in Standard Inspection
- Expedited same-day or next-day scheduling
- Rush report delivery (same day available)
- Buyer-focused language for negotiation support
- Phone walkthrough with the inspector
- Repair cost range estimates for any deficiencies
- Everything in Standard Inspection
- Storm damage-specific documentation
- Hail impact mapping and measurement
- Wind damage pattern documentation
- Contractor letterhead with license number
- Insurance carrier compatible report format
- Available as supplemental documentation for denied or underpaid claims
The ROI of a Roof Inspection — Real Scenarios
| Scenario | Inspection Cost | Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| Caught a cracked pipe boot seal | $250 | $180 |
| Caught deferred maintenance before home purchase | $350 | Used in negotiation — $8,000 price reduction |
| Documented storm damage for insurance claim | $400 | $14,500 claim approved with documentation |
Inspection cost is credited against repair work: If you proceed with any repair or replacement work based on our inspection findings, the inspection fee is credited toward the project cost.
Roof Inspection Questions Answered
Straight answers to what Brooklyn homeowners ask most often before scheduling an inspection.
Call: (718) 555-0190Know Exactly What's on
Top of Your Home
A professional inspection is the only way to know your roof's actual condition — not what it looks like from the street. Schedule one today and get a clear written report within 24 hours.