When was the last time you had your roof inspected? Most people couldn’t begin to tell you the last time they had a good look at their roof.
It is so important to have a professional roof inspection at least once a year and particularly after a storm as your roof is the first line of defence when it comes to sheltering your home.
To protect your home and to keep your family safe it is strongly recommended to get a professional roof inspection after a storm to assess any damage that may have occurred.
Benefits of a Professional Roof Inspection:
There are many benefits of having a professional roof inspection, view them below.
- Can identify and assess damage
A professional roof inspector can examine your roof and identify and report any damage found. A professional inspector knows exactly what to look for, where someone with an untrained eye might not be able to identify such damages.
By assessing the damage and providing a professional report which then can be passed onto your insurance company for warranted repairs if needed.
- Help with your storm insurance claim
It is strongly recommended to have your roof inspected by a professional roofer after a storm. A professional roofer can identify damages and issues that you may not notice which can cause problems to the internal and external structure if left unrepaired.
After the inspection you will receive a detailed roof report with photos of the damage that can then be submitted to your insurance company to file a storm damage claim. Once your claim is approved you can request to work with your local roofing contractor to repair or replace your roof.
Learn about our hail damage roof replacement process here.
- Your roof lasts longer
Professional roof inspections are valuable in helping to increase the lifespan of your roof. Taking care of your roof with yearly inspections helps to identify any maintenance issues or minor damages that may have occurred across the year.
During an inspection a roofer will look at your entire roof and identify any issues. Identifying and addressing minor damages in a timely manner is a lot easier to fix than leaving unrepaired, causing costly issues in the future.
- Peace of mind and safety
Don’t put your safety at risk. Hiring a professional roofer to inspect your roof is the safest thing to do. If you have limited knowledge and experience about roofing, it is very risky and unsafe to get up onto your roof. You may injury yourself or damage your roof by tripping or falling through/ off your roof.
Leave it to the professionals who know how to safely inspect a roof with the correct tools and equipment. A professional roof inspection also allows for peace of mind and gives you confidence to know that your roof has been looked at by a professional and that it is structurally sound.
- You will know how many years is left in the lifespan of your roof
A metal roof is designed to last up to 20 to 50 years if correct maintenance is carried out. A professional roof inspection can determine how many years your roof has left before it is due for a roof replacement.
Regular roof inspections can help extend the lifespan of your roof by identifying smaller maintenance issues. Roofers can assess the lifespan of your roof and when it is due for a replacement. This knowledge can prepare you to plan and save for when it is time comes to replace your roof.
Let us take your stress away and have your roof inspected today! Schedule a professional roof inspection or enquire about an estimate for a roof replacement by contacting our friendly team!
