Roof Inspection in Dallas and Wichita Falls
Texas Roofing & Exteriors provides roof inspections for homes in Dallas, the Dallas-Fort Worth area and Wichita Falls, Texas. A roofing specialist checks the roof and attic, then gives you photos of anything found and a written estimate for any work needed. Call to arrange one after hail, before a home sale or on an older roof.
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What does a roof inspection check?
An inspection covers every part of the roof that keeps water out. That includes the shingles or metal panels, flashing, valleys, vents, pipe boots, ridge, gutters and downspouts. Inside, the attic is checked for stains, daylight, damp insulation and ventilation where it can be reached.
- Roof surface: impact marks, cracks, curling and missing pieces.
- Flashing and seals around chimneys, walls and skylights.
- Vents, pipe boots and the ridge.
- Gutters and downspouts.
- Attic: moisture, light and airflow.
Signs it is time for a roof inspection
- A recent hail or wind storm in your area.
- A home purchase or sale coming up.
- An older roof that has not been checked in years.
- Stains on ceilings or walls.
- Granules or shingle pieces around the house.
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Call to arrange an inspectionWhen should I get a roof inspection?
Get one after a hail or wind storm, before buying or selling a home, and when the roof is getting older. A ceiling stain, shingles in the yard or a sudden pile of granules near downspouts are also good reasons.
For home buyers, a roof inspection looks closer at the roof than a general home inspection usually does. For sellers, it shows what a buyer is likely to find.
What happens during a roof inspection?
- 1
Exterior walk-around
The roofing specialist looks at the roof from the ground and checks gutters and downspouts.
- 2
Roof surface
Where safe, the roof is walked and each slope is checked up close.
- 3
Attic
If reachable, the attic is checked for leaks and ventilation.
- 4
Review with you
You see photos and get a plain explanation of the results.
What do I receive after a roof inspection?
You receive photos of any problems found and a written estimate if your roof needs a repair or replacement. If no problems are found, you will know that too, along with anything worth watching.
What can a roof inspection not tell me?
A visual inspection is thorough, but it has limits. It cannot guarantee that no concealed defects exist, it cannot establish the exact remaining life of a roof, and it cannot guarantee that a roof is sound. Access and weather can also limit what can be assessed on a given day: a steep or wet roof may need to be checked from a ladder or other safe vantage points instead of being walked.
What you do get is a clear, honest picture of everything that can be seen, explained in plain language, with photos.
How should I prepare for the inspection?
A little preparation helps the visit go further:
- Note where any leak shows inside and when it started.
- Keep any storm photos you took from the ground.
- If you know the roof's age or have records of past repairs, have them handy.
- Make sure the attic hatch and any gates are accessible. You do not need to climb anything yourself.
Why get an inspection if the roof looks fine?
Many problems are invisible from the ground. Hail bruises, cracked pipe boots, loose flashing and early granule loss can all be present on a roof that looks normal from the street. Finding them early usually leads to a smaller repair and helps you plan for the future.
What is the difference between a roof inspection and a home inspection?
A home inspection covers the whole house, from plumbing to electrical, and usually gives the roof a brief look. A roof inspection spends the whole visit on the roof and attic, and it is done by someone who works on roofs.
Before you call
It helps to have these details ready when you call:
- Your city or ZIP code.
- What the problem is, in your own words.
- When it started.
- Whether water is coming into the house right now.
- The approximate age of the roof, if you know it.
Call to talk through your roof problem and arrange an inspection in Dallas-Fort Worth and Wichita Falls. After the inspection, we can explain the recommended work and provide a written estimate.
Common questions
How long does a roof inspection take?
It depends on the size of the roof, its steepness and attic access. Most homes are inspected in one visit.
Will the inspector go on the roof?
Yes, where it is safe. Steep or wet roofs may be checked from ladders and other safe positions.
Is a roof inspection useful when buying a home?
Yes. It focuses on the roof in more detail than a general home inspection usually does.
What if the inspection finds nothing wrong?
You will know what the inspection found: no visible problems, plus notes on anything worth watching over time. A visual inspection cannot guarantee there are no concealed defects.
Do you inspect roofs in Wichita Falls?
Yes. We inspect roofs in Wichita Falls, Burkburnett and Iowa Park, as well as in Dallas and the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
Do I get a written estimate?
Yes, if the roof needs work, you receive a written estimate.
Call about your roof
Call Texas Roofing & Exteriors to arrange a roof inspection in Dallas, the Dallas-Fort Worth area or Wichita Falls. A roofing specialist will look over your roof and explain what they find.