Why Get a Roof Inspection in Provo?
You should get a roof inspection in Provo because nobody knows how old an older roof here really is. The house dates to around 1983, but the shingles on it could be five years old or twenty-five. An inspection settles it by looking at the things that actually indicate age: whether the mat is still flexible, whether the adhesive strips that help hold shingles together are intact, and how much loss of the protective surface granules on the shingles has washed into the gutters.
Median year built from the US Census American Community Survey; elevation from USGS.
When Should You Get a Provo Roof Inspected?
Three things should trigger an inspection in Provo: buying or selling the house, a storm that took shingles off roofs nearby, and being asked to pay for a repair on a roof you have already repaired twice. By that third repair you are usually buying a replacement in installments without meaning to, and at a worse price than a planned one.
What Does a Roof Inspection in Provo Include?
A roof inspection in Provo includes the shingles, flashing, vents, pipes, roof edges, gutters, and the attic. We photograph important findings and provide a written summary. The report explains the roof's current condition. It also includes our estimate of the roof's remaining useful life.
We adjust the inspection based on the roof's condition. These are some of the checks we commonly perform on Provo homes:
- Shingle adhesion: We gently check whether shingles are still sealed to the shingles below them. A shingle can look normal from the ground even when the adhesive bond has failed.
- Eaves and gutters: We inspect the lower roof edge and gutter line for signs that water is getting behind the roofing materials or damaging the wood.
- Shingle layers: We establish how many layers are already up there, because a house built around 1983 is usually on its second or third roof and that changes what a replacement costs.
- Attic ventilation: We inspect the attic ventilation system to make sure air can move through the space. Poor airflow can contribute to excess heat, moisture, and winter ice problems.
- Underside of the roof: We inspect the attic side of the wooden roof deck for water stains and other signs of past or current moisture. This can reveal problems that are not visible from the roof surface.
- wooden roof deck: When it is safe to walk the roof, we check for soft or flexible areas underfoot. Soft spots can indicate moisture damage in the wood underneath the shingles.
We document these findings with photographs. The report also includes our estimate of how much useful life the roof may have left. This information can help you plan repairs or replacement before a serious problem develops.
For the full picture of the service, see Roof Inspections.
How Does a Roof Inspection in Provo Work?
A roof inspection in Provo works the same way whether you are buying, selling or simply checking. We cover the roof surface, every flashing joint and vent, and then the attic from inside, and you get a written report rather than a sales pitch. The attic is where a good share of the findings come from, and it is the part most inspections skip.
- No charge and no obligationThe inspection is free. If we do not find work that needs to be done, we document that and provide the report without requiring you to hire us for anything.
- Inspect roof joints and openingsWe pay close attention to chimneys, walls, valleys, vent pipes, skylights, and roof edges because these areas rely on flashing and seals to keep water out.
- Check attic ventilationWe inspect how air enters and leaves the attic. Proper ventilation helps control heat and moisture and can reduce problems such as premature shingle aging and winter ice buildup.
- Provide a written reportYou receive photographs and a written summary of the roof's condition. The report identifies items that need attention, items that can be monitored, and our estimate of the roof's remaining useful life.
Who Inspects Roofs in Provo?
Courtland Roofing provides roof inspections in Provo. We are family-owned and certified by GAF, CertainTeed, and Owens Corning. We photograph the roof conditions we find and provide them in writing so you have a clear record of the inspection.
Certified installer for GAF, CertainTeed and Owens Corning, family-owned, licensed & insured.Where in Provo Does Courtland Roofing Inspect Roofs?
Courtland Roofing has inspected roofs in every part of Provo, Utah, including Dixon, Provo Riverbottoms and Sunset. Those are Provo neighborhoods we have worked in, and they are examples, not a boundary:
How roof conditions change across Provo
Provo changes character quickly between the flats and the bench, and roofs there are dealing with quite different problems.
- Edgemont and Rock Canyon
- Highest and most exposed to canyon wind, and the part of the city where wind damage turns up most often.
- Joaquin, Maeser and the campus streets
- The oldest housing in Provo, heavily rented, with roofs that have been covered and re-covered.
- Grandview and North Park
- Post-war housing on flatter ground, mostly on a second roof now, where age decides more than exposure does.
- Provo Riverbottoms
- Larger lots and larger roofs, with the tree cover that comes with them and the debris load that follows.
- Foothills and the east bench
- Newer construction taking the same canyon wind as Edgemont, where detailing at ridges and edges is what holds up.
If you do not see your street listed, call or text us. We can confirm whether we provide roof inspections at your address in Provo.
Free Provo Roof Inspection
An hour, photographs, a written summary, and no obligation to have anything done.
Common Questions About Roof Inspections in Provo
How much does a roof inspection in Provo cost?
Roof inspections in Provo are free, and there is no obligation to have repair work completed. We provide photographs and a written summary of the roof's condition. The report also includes our estimate of how much useful life the roof may have left. You can keep the report, share it with a buyer or seller, provide it to an insurer, or use it when asking another roofer for a second opinion.
How long does a roof inspection take?
A typical roof inspection in Provo takes about an hour. Steep or complex roofs with several slopes, dormers, or other features may take longer. We provide photographs and a written summary so you can see the conditions described in the report.
What do you actually check?
We inspect the shingles on accessible roof slopes. We also inspect flashing around chimneys, walls, and valleys, plus the seals around vents and pipes. We check the roof edges, gutters, and attic as well. In 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.