Roof Inspections in West Bountiful, Utah

If the installation date is unknown, the age of the house does not tell you how old the current roof is. A home in West Bountiful may date to around 1981, while the shingles could have been installed many years later. We estimate the condition of the current roof by checking the flexibility of the shingles, the adhesive bond between shingles and the amount of protective surface granules the shingles have lost.

Median year built from the US Census American Community Survey; elevation from USGS.

Three common reasons to schedule a roof inspection in West Bountiful are a home purchase or sale, a storm that damaged nearby roofs, and repeated repairs on the same aging roof. If the roof has already needed several repairs, we inspect the entire roofing system instead of looking only at the latest problem area. We then explain whether another repair appears reasonable or whether the overall roof condition suggests that you should start planning for replacement.

We inspect the main parts of the roofing system that affect the roof's condition and lifespan. We check whether the shingles are still sealed together, inspect the metal flashing around roof joints, evaluate attic ventilation and look for damage to the wooden roof deck. Problems with shingles, flashing, attic ventilation or the wooden roof deck can develop before you can see damage from the ground.

We adjust the inspection to the roof's design, age and condition. On West Bountiful homes, we commonly check the following areas:

• Shingle adhesion: We check whether the adhesive strips still hold neighboring shingles together. Loose shingles are more vulnerable to wind and water.
• Eaves and gutters: We inspect the lower roof edge and gutter line for signs that water has moved behind the roofing materials or damaged the wood.
• 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.
• Shingle layers: We check how many layers of shingles are already on the roof. On an older home built around 1981, previous roof replacements may have added layers, and the number of layers can affect the cost and scope of a future replacement.
• 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.
• Underside of the roof: From inside the attic, we check the wooden roof deck for water stains and other signs of past or current moisture. From the attic, we can see moisture or roof damage that may not be visible from outside.

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.

We schedule the roof inspection at a time that works for you, and you do not always need to be home. After the inspection, we send you photographs and a written summary of the roof's condition. You can keep the written report for your records or share the report with a buyer, seller or insurer.

1. Schedule the inspectionA typical inspection takes about an hour. You do not always need to be home. We can send you the photographs and written report afterward.
2. Take photographsWe photograph the roof, attic and any areas that show wear or damage. We include the photographs with the written report so you can see the conditions we describe.
3. Check attic ventilationWe inspect how air enters and leaves the attic. Proper ventilation helps control heat and moisture and can reduce premature shingle aging and winter ice buildup.
4. Provide the reportAfter the inspection, we give you the photographs and a written summary of the roof's condition. You can keep the report, share the report with a buyer or seller, or provide the report to an insurance company.

Courtland Roofing is a local, family-owned roofing company owned by Coury Lloyd. We are licensed, insured and manufacturer-certified, and we provide roof inspections in West Bountiful. We give you photographs and a written summary even when the roof does not need repairs. If the roof is in good condition, we tell you that clearly.

Certified installer for GAF, CertainTeed and Owens Corning, family-owned, licensed & insured.

Courtland Roofing has inspected roofs in every part of West Bountiful, Utah (84087 and 84010), and we would be glad to look at yours. We give homeowners across the rest of Davis County the same service, including in Clinton, Woods Cross and Fruit Heights.

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 West Bountiful.