With the roof over your head playing such an important role in the functionality of your home, it's wise to treat it as the investment that it is. This means keeping up with regular maintenance, which includes everything from unclogging gutters to removing snow in the winter, and getting a roof inspection every year. 

Some homeowners may think that an annual roof inspection isn't necessary, but as a trusted roofing contractor with over two decades of experience, Liberty Roofing strongly disagrees. We've repaired, replaced, and installed countless roofing systems throughout the Kansas City area, and have seen many homeowners have to foot major bills that could have been avoided if regular inspections had detected issues earlier on.

What Happens During a Roof Inspection?

During a roof inspection, your roofer will perform a series of maintenance checks from both the interior and exterior of your home. Using different technology and equipment, each roofing component will be looked over and assessed, including:

  • Shingles or Panels
  • Underlayment and Flashing
  • Decking and Rafters
  • Vents
  • Insulation
  • Gutters

After performing the inspection, your contractor will create a detailed report analyzing the overall state of your roofing system. Even the smallest of issues will make it into the report, such as a tiny crack or single loose shingle, so that homeowners can decide if they would like to go ahead with repairs.

What Should I Do After the Roof Inspection?

Your roofer should offer guidance on any necessary steps to take after the initial inspection. Typically, even if your inspection only highlighted one or two areas of concern, it's wise to get repairs done sooner rather than later. Catching cracks and other blemishes while they're small means you'll have a lower repair bill and a structurally-sound roof, but leaving these to grow and expand over time will lead to more expensive and complicated issues.

If your roof inspector notices larger, more problematic issues, there's a chance that a complete roof replacement will be the necessary next step. Examples of potentially serious problems a roofer could uncover include:

  • Water Leaks in Your Attic
  • Sagging Roof Decking
  • Several Missing or Damaged Shingles
  • Asphalt Granules in Your Gutters
  • Vegetation Growth

What Happens If I Don't Get a Roof Inspection?

If you miss an annual roof inspection, you may get by without facing major repercussions, especially if your roof is on the newer side and hasn't experienced much severe weather in the last 12 months. But there's always a chance that even missing one annual inspection allows for a small crack to fill with water and expand as it turns to ice in the winter months, or for loosened flashing to allow a water leak to begin dripping in your attic.

If you never get roof inspections, you're unfortunately signing yourself up to be caught off guard someday with a major roofing problem, such as:

  • Water Damage
  • Structural Damage
  • Electrical Issues
  • Denied Insurance Claims after Storm Damage
  • Roof Collapse

To avoid these types of roofing problems that present serious safety hazards to anyone residing in your Kansas City home, get in touch with Liberty Roofing. We can be your one-stop-shop for smart, long-lasting, and affordable roofing solutions. We provide roof inspections, roof repairs, and new roof replacements along with several other services as well to keep the homes of our customers safe, functional, and beautiful.

Reach out to Liberty Roofing today for a free estimate on a roof inspection, and learn more about all that we can do to keep your roof in mint condition!