Why Get a Roof Inspection in Holladay?
The age of an older home in Holladay does not tell you when the current roof was installed or how much wear the current roofing shows. We inspect the current roofing materials and describe their condition and whether replacement appears to be approaching. We tell you whether the roof needs a repair now or whether you should start planning for replacement.
Median year built from the US Census American Community Survey; elevation from USGS.
When Should You Get a Holladay Roof Inspected?
You should have an older roof in Holladay inspected when you are buying or selling the home, when you do not know the roof's age, or when you want to plan for future replacement. Many homes in Holladay were built around 1969, but the current roof may have been installed years later. We evaluate the shingles and roofing components that are on the home today and describe their condition in a written report.
What Does a Roof Inspection in Holladay Include?
When the roof is safe to access, we inspect the roofing materials from outside and check the underside of the roof from inside the attic. We compare the roof surface with the attic for signs of leaks, moisture, ventilation problems and hidden damage. We photograph the areas we inspect and give you a written report of the roof's condition. You can keep the report or share it with a buyer, seller or insurance company.
We adjust the inspection to the roof's design, age and condition. On Holladay homes, we commonly check the following areas:
- Valleys and debris: We check roof valleys for wear and trapped debris. Roof valleys carry a large amount of runoff, so damage or debris in a valley can keep water from draining properly.
- Number of roofing layers: We check how many layers of roofing material are already installed. The number of layers can affect repair options and the cost of a future roof replacement.
- Attic inspection: We inspect the underside of the roof from inside the attic. We look for water stains, damp insulation, rusted nails, daylight through openings and other signs of moisture or roof damage.
- Flashing: We inspect the metal flashing around chimneys, walls, roof edges, valleys and other joints. Loose or damaged flashing can let water into the roof even when the shingles are still in good condition.
- Attic ventilation: We check whether air can enter and leave the attic properly. Poor ventilation can trap heat and moisture and may shorten the life of the roofing materials.
- Wooden roof deck: When we can safely walk the roof, we check for soft or flexible areas underfoot. A soft area can indicate moisture damage in the wooden roof deck underneath the shingles.
We photograph the shingles, flashing, roof openings and attic, including any wear or damage we identify. In the written report, we include the photographs, describe the roof's condition and whether replacement appears to be approaching and list any repairs we recommend. We list urgent repairs separately from roof conditions you can monitor or plan to address later.
For the full picture of the service, see Roof Inspections.
How Does a Roof Inspection in Holladay Work?
Whether you are buying, selling or simply checking the roof, we follow the same basic process. We inspect the roof surface, flashing joints and vents, then check the underside of the roof from inside the attic. From the attic, we can see moisture, ventilation problems and damage that may not be visible from the roof surface. We include photographs and a written summary with the inspection.
- Tell us why you need the inspectionLet us know whether you are buying a home, checking for storm damage or evaluating the roof's general condition. We use that purpose to decide which photographs and details to emphasize in the written report.
- Inspect every roof slopeWe inspect every roof slope we can safely access, not just the area where you first noticed a problem. Wind, sun and weather can affect more than one section of the roof.
- Compare the attic and roof surfaceWe compare moisture, ventilation and structural conditions in the attic with the shingles, flashing and roof openings above them. If we see moisture, poor ventilation or older water damage in the attic, we include those conditions when we evaluate the roof surface.
- Provide a written reportWe give you photographs and a written summary of the roof's condition. We list repairs that need attention now, conditions you can monitor and our estimate of the roof's remaining useful life.
Who Inspects Roofs in Holladay?
Courtland Roofing provides free roof inspections throughout Holladay. We are family-owned, licensed and insured. We inspect the roof to document its actual condition, not to assume that it needs work. If we do not find a repair or replacement that needs to be done, we tell you that clearly.
We are impressed with this company. The owner, Cory is professional and communicated every detail as the job progressed. As a retired engineer, my husband used to be in construction, so he knows the business. Unlike most construction we have dealt with in the past, Courtland roofing crews were there every day until the job was done. And a quality job is what we got. My husband was on the roof daily checking it out. They made sure all the rotting wood was replace, which was more than anticipated. It was shocking what was hiding under our shingles! Our new roof looks great, and increases the value of our property. We highly recommend Courtland Roofing if you are looking for repairs or replacing your roof.
Certified installer for GAF, CertainTeed and Owens Corning, family-owned, licensed & insured.Where in Holladay Does Courtland Roofing Inspect Roofs?
Courtland Roofing has inspected roofs in every part of Holladay, Utah (84117, 84121 and 84124), including the streets around Holladay Village. We give homeowners across the rest of Salt Lake County the same service, including in White City, Copperton and Emigration Canyon.
If you do not see your ZIP code listed, call or text us. We can confirm whether we provide roof inspections at your address in Holladay.
Free Holladay Roof Inspection
An hour, photographs, a written summary, and no obligation to have anything done.
Common Questions About Roof Inspections in Holladay
How much does a roof inspection in Holladay cost?
Our roof inspections in Holladay are free. You do not have to hire us for any repair work. We photograph the roof, summarize its condition in writing and estimate how much useful life the roofing materials may have left. You can keep the written report, share the report with a buyer or seller, provide the report to an insurer or use the report when asking another roofer for a second opinion.
What do you actually check?
We inspect the shingles on every roof slope we can safely access. We also check the flashing around chimneys, walls and valleys, along with the seals around vents and pipes. We inspect the roof edges, gutters and attic. Inside the attic, we look for water stains, damp insulation, rusted nails, ventilation problems and other signs of moisture that may not be visible from the roof surface.
Do you inspect for insurance claims in Holladay?
Yes. We can inspect a roof in Holladay for signs of storm damage and document the damage with photographs and a written description. We can also note the apparent cause of the damage we observe. Your insurance company makes the final decision about whether your policy covers the damage.