Roof Inspection
Know the Condition Before It Becomes a Problem.
Whether you're buying a house, planning ahead, or just haven't had your roof looked at in a few years, an inspection tells you exactly where it stands.
Overview
What Is Roof Inspection?
A roof inspection is a visual assessment of a roof's current condition, covering the roofing surface, flashing, penetrations, and drainage. It tells you what's actually going on up there, whether that's confirming the roof is fine or identifying a problem worth addressing, so any decision is based on what was found rather than a guess.
When To Inspect
Buying, selling, after a storm, or if it's just been a while.
What We Look At
Shingles, flashing, penetrations, and more.
What You Receive
A summary of condition and recommendations.
Signs To Watch For
When Should I Have My Roof Inspected?
An inspection makes sense any time you want a clear answer on roof condition rather than a guess. That includes before buying or selling a home, after a severe storm, when a roof hasn't been looked at in several years, or when you notice a stain, sagging, or anything else that seems off.
Buying or selling a home
After severe weather
Before larger roofing work
Roof hasn't been checked in years
Leaks or stains have appeared
Planning ahead
What You Get
Why work with JBA on this.
A summary you can keep
Not just a verbal opinion in the moment.
No pressure toward a specific outcome
An inspection is not a sales call. If everything's fine, we'll tell you that.
The Process
What happens during an inspection.
- 01
Walk the roof
Visual inspection of the roof surface, flashing, and vents.
- 02
Check the attic
Interior signs of moisture or past leaks, where the attic is accessible.
- 03
Summarize
A summary of condition and recommendations, if any.
The Checklist
What Do We Look At During A Roof Inspection?
A roof inspection covers what's visible and reasonably accessible, including:
Shingles and roofing surface
Overall wear, granule loss, cracking, curling, or missing material.
Flashing
Condition of flashing around chimneys, vents, and valleys.
Penetrations
Vent pipes, skylights, and other roof-mounted fixtures.
Visible damage
Any signs of impact, wind lift, or storm-related wear.
Moss and buildup
Growth or debris that could be holding moisture against the roof.
Drainage
Whether water has a clear path off the roof.
Roof edges
Condition of edges and eaves, where wear often shows first.
Visible decking concerns
Signs of decking issues where accessible, without opening up the roof.
Roofing Tip
Can You Tell Your Roof's Condition From The Ground?
Not always. JBA's inspection process gives homeowners a closer look at roof condition and helps identify visible signs of wear before they turn into larger problems.
Before You Decide
Can An Inspection Tell Me If I Need A Repair Or Replacement?
Indirectly, yes. An inspection doesn't predetermine the outcome; it gives you enough information to make that call based on what's actually there. If the roof just needs cleaning or a small repair, that's what we'll recommend.
If the findings point toward something bigger, like widespread wear or a roof at the end of its expected life, we'll explain why and what that would involve, so the decision is based on what we actually found.
What Happens Next
What Happens After The Inspection?
We explain what we see and go over practical next steps with you directly, in plain language, along with a summary you can keep.
An inspection is a good idea before buying a home, before winter, or any time you just haven’t had eyes on your roof in a while. It’s also the first step in every repair or replacement assessment we do.
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Homeowner Questions
Inspection Questions
What happens after the inspection?
Can an inspection tell me if I need a replacement?
Do you provide roof inspections?
Do I need an inspection if my roof isn't leaking?
Does roof maintenance include a full inspection?
When should I schedule a roof inspection?
Service Areas
Serving King, Snohomish & Skagit Counties
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