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Roof inspection — Roofer
Explain why the inspection is needed and the decisions it should support. Provide roof records and known defects, and ask what access the price includes. A report based on remote images should clearly distinguish visible observations from areas or layers that were not inspected.
Service scope
Assessment of the accessible roof condition with findings recorded for a stated purpose, such as maintenance planning or investigation before further work. The inspection method and access limits determine what can be observed; it is not automatically a structural survey or specialist leak test.
What is normally included
- Defined condition inspection
- Photographic observations where feasible
- A report with limitations and priorities
What is not included
- Certification of concealed structure without investigation
- Assuming a ground or drone view proves every roof layer is sound
Typical tasks
- Agree the inspection purpose
- Review roof records and concerns
- Inspect using the agreed access method
- Record observations and inaccessible areas
- Set out recommended next investigations or repairs
What to include in your brief
- Inspection purpose
- Roof type and approximate area
- Known issues and reports
- Available roof and internal access
- Required report detail and recipient
Choosing the right professional
Choose an inspector who explains the method and limitations before quoting. Ask whether the report prioritises observed defects, includes photographs and identifies when structural advice or further leak testing is needed.
Important considerations
- Hidden layers may remain unassessed
- Fragile materials can restrict inspection access
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