As an Atlanta home inspector, depending on if the conditions are favorable and I am neither at

physical risk nor in danger of damaging materials, I try an walk most roofs. However, in most states, they are not required to do this. In the winter weather conditions might render a roof hazardous. An inspectors’ report must state however, by what mechanism they were able to visually inspect a roof and what areas of the roof were visible. It’s important that they document every small detail of what has been observed for their own liability purposes. A home inspector cannot be held responsible for a roof leak he was not able to visually observe. Where does that leave you as a client, when the home inspector you chose does not walk the roofs?  Here lately, I have been on several roofs and realize that from the ground there is no way I would have found certain defects. 

Roof Inspection Details

My home inspection final report is often lengthy and the roof is only one aspect. Typical information that should be included on your report is the type of roofing material used. By far the most common material is asphalt shingle, but there are other popular roof coverings, as well, including stone, metal, and wood.

When visible, I will include detail conditions of chimneys, skylights and other roof structures, noting especially flashing, seams and following clues for any signs of leaks or structural breach. And, of course, there will be the visible inspection of the roofing material itself and the general condition, possibly its age and any repair issues.

David Lelak of IHI Home Inspections serves Canton, Alpharetta, Roswell, Cumming, Woodstock, Atlanta and all of North Georgia. 

We are proud to offer our new FREE Home Concierge Services where one call does it all, Satellite, Internet, Cable TV, Home Security, and Phone.  Call   1-866-594-4871   and provide them with access code 1008126.  Call our Free Home Concierge Services to save time, save money and simplify life!
You can also schedule your own home inspection today online.

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That’s right, folks!  Here’s the mark up!

We found a water spigot on top of the roof along with a bracket for what I guess is a hose to slide through.  Now I have to admit, this is either the most unusual things I have seen or maybe the wisest things I have seen.  You see this house is surrounded by beautiful huge trees and the leaves are all in the gutters and on the roof.  So if I was going to clean the mess off the roof I would probably try and pressure wash it or at least hose it and the gutters off.  This home owner just took it a step further and put his spigot right there on the roof for easy access. 

David Lelak is an Alpharetta home inspector and owner of IHI Home Inspections and serves Canton, Alpharetta, Roswell, Cumming, Woodstock, Atlanta and all of North Georgia.  Call David today at 404-788-2581 to get your dream home inspected.

We are proud to offer our new FREE Home Concierge Services where one call does it all, Satellite, Internet, Cable TV, Home Security, and Phone.  Call 1-866-594-4871 and provide them with access code 1008126.  Call our Free Home Concierge Services to save time, save money and simplify life!
You can also schedule your own home inspection today online.

We create Peace of Mind ONE Atlanta Home Inspection at a time.