Roof Inspections in Ponte Vedra Beach That Tell You What to Do Next

What a roof inspection is for

A roof inspection is a close look at your roof by people who repair and replace roofs for a living. We walk the roof where it is safe, check the attic when we can get in, and look hard at the parts that fail first: flashing, vents, valleys, fasteners and the edges.

It is the right call after a big storm, before you buy or sell a home, when a roof is getting up in years, or when you just see something you don't like. Salt air wears on metal parts and sealants faster than most people expect, so a check every year or two catches small things while they are still cheap to fix.

We are a licensed general contractor, so if the inspection turns up work, the same company can do it. Most of the time it turns up nothing urgent. We tell you that too.

What we check on your roof

Shingles, tile or metal panels

We look for lifted, cracked or missing shingles, slipped or broken tile, and loose screws or worn washers on metal. We note granule loss and soft spots underfoot. As a GAF Certified Installer, we know how a shingle system is supposed to go together, so shortcuts from past work stand out.

Flashing and roof penetrations

Chimneys, wall joints, skylights, plumbing vents and AC lines are where most leaks start. We check the metal and the sealant around each one for rust, gaps and cracking.

Attic and decking

From the attic we look for stains, damp insulation, daylight through the boards and signs of poor airflow. A roof can look fine from the yard and still be letting water in.

Gutter runs and downspouts

We check that each gutter is held firmly to the fascia, slopes so the water actually reaches a downspout, and isn't packed with leaves. A gutter that spills over keeps the fascia wet, and over time that rots the edge of the roof deck.

Photos and written findings

You get pictures of what we found and a short write-up in everyday words. Each item is marked fix now, keep an eye on it, or fine.

Signs it's time to have your roof looked at

• A storm just came through

  Strong gusts can peel up the edge of a shingle, pop its adhesive strip loose and let it drop back flat. From the driveway it looks normal. A free post-storm inspection tells you if there is real damage before you call your insurer.

• Stains on a ceiling or wall

  A brown ring on the ceiling means water is getting in somewhere. The wet spot inside is rarely right under the problem up top, so it takes a look on the roof and in the attic.

• Shingle grit piling up

  A new roof sheds a little loose grit at first, and that's fine. Heavy grit at the downspouts from an older roof tells us the shingles are wearing thin.

• Rust streaks or loose metal

  Rust on flashing, vent boots or fasteners means the metal is giving out. That can happen well before the rest of the roof is worn out, and it is an easy fix if caught early.

• You don't know the roof's history

  If you just bought your home or don't know who last worked on the roof, an inspection gives you a starting point. It also helps you plan a budget for the next few years.

What happens on inspection day

1. 1

   Pick a time by phone

   Let us know what caught your eye, if anything, and we book a technician visit for a day that suits you. You never have to climb up yourself. Having someone home to open the attic hatch makes the visit more useful.

2. 2

   Ground, roof, then attic

   We walk around your home first, then climb onto the parts of the roof that are safe to stand on. Tile cracks easily underfoot, so we place our steps with care and work from ladders and edges where we can. A typical visit won't take up your whole day.

3. 3

   We go over it with you

   We show you the photos and tell you what we saw. If something needs work, you get a free estimate with each item spelled out. If it can wait, we say so and tell you what to watch for.

4. 4

   We check back later

   A few months on, or after the next big storm, we reach out to see how things look. If we did repairs, that work carries our 5-year workmanship warranty, and we would rather catch a loose spot early than hear about it from a leak.

What sets the cost of work an inspection finds

The inspection is free, and so is the estimate that comes with it. What changes the price is the work itself, if there is any. Financing is available for larger jobs. These are the things that move the number.

What the roof is made of

Shingle repairs are usually simpler than tile, where broken pieces have to be matched and the underlayment below checked. Metal work depends on the panel type and how it is fastened.

Pitch, height and access

Steep slopes and second-story roofs need harnesses, roof jacks and extra time. Landscaping or a pool close to the walls makes ladder setup slower too.

What's under the surface

Wet or soft decking has to be cut out and replaced before anything goes on top. We can't always see how much until the old material comes off, so we tell you that up front.

Permits and code

Bigger repairs and replacements need a permit and have to meet the Florida Building Code. We pull it when the job calls for one and plan the work around the inspection.

Storm damage and insurance

If a storm caused the damage, your policy may cover part of it. We deal with your adjuster directly on the claim, but your insurer decides what is covered.