Roof Inspections in West Jordan, Utah

If you do not know when your current roof was installed or whether the current roofing still appears serviceable, we can inspect the roofing materials directly. Many homes in West Jordan were built around 1995, but the roof may have been replaced years after the home was built. We evaluate the shingles and other roofing components that are on the home today and describe their condition and whether replacement appears to be approaching.

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Why Get a Roof Inspection in West Jordan?

Many older homes in West Jordan were built around 1995, but the current roof may have been replaced one or more times since the home was built. If you do not know when the current roof was installed, we inspect the shingles and roofing components that are on the home now. We base our estimate of the roof's remaining useful life on the condition of the shingles and roofing components that are installed now, not on the age of the house.

1995median West Jordan home built
31 yrsroof age if original
4,373 ftelevation

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

When Should You Get a West Jordan Roof Inspected?

You should have an older roof in West Jordan 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 West Jordan were built around 1995, 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 West Jordan 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 West Jordan 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.
  • 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.
  • 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 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.
  • 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.

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 West Jordan Work?

Our roof inspections in West Jordan are free and usually take about an hour. We inspect the roof and attic, photograph the areas we checked and give you a written summary of the roof's condition. You are not required to hire us for repairs. If the roof does not need immediate work, we say that clearly in the report.

  1. 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.
  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.

Who Inspects Roofs in West Jordan?

Courtland Roofing provides free roof inspections in West Jordan. We are a family-owned roofing company certified by GAF, CertainTeed and Owens Corning. A typical inspection takes about an hour and includes photographs and a written report. You are not required to hire us for any repair work.

Professional and responsive, communication, quality, workmanship, and follow up. Left the project clean and was flexible around schedule and cost of materials.
Stan Inman — Google review
GAF certified installerOwens CorningCertified installer for GAF, CertainTeed and Owens Corning, family-owned, licensed & insured.

Where in West Jordan Does Courtland Roofing Inspect Roofs?

Courtland Roofing has inspected roofs in every part of West Jordan, Utah, including Sugar Factory Road area, West Hills and Jordan Valley. Those are West Jordan neighborhoods we have worked in, and they are examples, not a boundary:

The map shows West Jordan, Utah in Salt Lake County. Courtland Roofing works anywhere inside it.
How roof conditions change across West Jordan

West Jordan's roofing profile follows its build phases more than its geography, because the ground is flat and the exposure is much the same.

The 1990s subdivisions
Built in a rush and roofed as a batch. These are the homes reaching the replacement decision now, usually several on a street at once.
Jordan Landing and the newer west side
Later construction with better shingles, where what we find is failed flashing and vent seals, not worn-out shingles.
Copper Hills and the higher west benches
Slightly more exposed to wind coming off the Oquirrhs, which shortens the life of a marginal roof.
Gardner Village and the older core
The oldest housing in the city, and the part where age decides more than the build phase does.
Bingham Creek and the south end
Open ground with very little wind shelter, where broken shingle seals turn up more often than anywhere else in the city.

If you do not see your street listed, call or text us. We can confirm whether we provide roof inspections at your address in West Jordan.

Free West Jordan Roof Inspection

An hour, photographs, a written summary, and no obligation to have anything done.

Common Questions About Roof Inspections in West Jordan

How much does a roof inspection in West Jordan cost?

Our roof inspections in West Jordan 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.

Do I need to be home for the inspection?

No. You do not always need to be home for a roof inspection in West Jordan. If we have the access we need, we can inspect the roof and send you the photographs and written report afterward. You may choose to be present if you want us to explain the roof's condition in person, but we do not require you to be home for every inspection.

How often should a roof be inspected?

For many homes in West Jordan, an inspection every few years is reasonable. You should also consider an inspection after a severe storm or when nearby roofs suffer storm damage. If the roof is newer, we can check the installation before the workmanship warranty expires. If we document an installation defect that the warranty covers, you can contact the responsible installer or warranty provider before the coverage period ends.

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