A roof inspection report turns what we see on your roof into a written record. Owners, buyers and property managers in Los Angeles ask us for that document.
This page explains what a report can cover and what we settle first. Call (323) 508-2486 when you want to book an inspection.
Purpose of the written report
A written report records what we observed on the roof; a free estimate does not.
A free estimate tells you what work we would propose. That deeper visit, plus the written document it produces, is something you request on its own. The two answer different questions, so it helps to know which one you need.
Most people ask for the report because someone else wants written findings. That request often comes from a buyer, a seller, a lender or an insurer. We write it so the reader can follow what we looked at.
Scope to confirm before booking
We confirm your purpose, the roof areas involved and the exact document you need.
The first question is simple: what is the report for, and who reads it? That answer shapes which roof areas we walk and how much detail we include.
We also ask what the recipient asked for by name. Some owners need an inspection report, while others were told to get a roof certification in California. Those are not the same document, so the exact wording matters.
A short call usually settles the rest before we schedule.
- Why you need the inspection and who will receive the findings
- The buildings and roof areas you want included
- Whether you need a written report, a certification, or both
- Any wording the requesting party has given you
Observed findings and limitations
We describe what we could see and reach, and we note where the view was limited.
A report describes the conditions we could see on the day of the visit. Flashing seals the transitions at wall lines, chimneys and valleys, and we check it. Tile and shingle roofs have underlayment below the covering and decking under that.
Parts of any roof stay hidden unless a covering is lifted or opened. We write down those limits instead of guessing at what sits underneath. Access, weather and rooftop equipment can also affect how much we reach.
Larger properties take more planning, so a commercial roof inspection is its own visit. Those roofs are often broken up by equipment, skylights and drainage paths.
Report, certification and warranty
A report, a certification and a warranty are three different documents.
People often use these three words as if they mean the same thing. They do not, and the difference matters when someone waits on a document.
Document purpose
Each document answers a different question about the roof.
An inspection report sets out what we observed and where access was limited. A certification is a different request, and people ask for it by name. A warranty promises future work or materials, which an inspection does not create.
For a house, the visit itself is a residential roof inspection. The document follows from what we found there.
Terms that require verification
Ask the requesting party for the exact document, then confirm the details with us.
Only the requesting party can settle some details, such as the document they accept. We do not speak for a lender, an insurer or an agent.
If a request uses a term you do not recognize, send us the wording. We would rather sort that out before the visit.
Using the document
The party who asked for the report decides whether it meets their requirements.
Once the report is in your hands, the next step belongs to the reader. A lender, insurer or buyer sets its own requirements, not us.
We take report requests across Los Angeles, including Century City in 90067. We also cover Brentwood in 90049 and West Los Angeles in 90025. Neighborhood names and postal codes overlap rather than match, so we confirm the address.
Where a postal code runs past the city line, we cover the Los Angeles portions.
If the findings point to repairs, we can help with the roofing permits. Those permits come from the Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety. Approval and timing are not ours to guarantee.
Our license number is CSLB #1112525; the state license board keeps that record.
Our Los Angeles roof inspection services cover homes and commercial buildings. Call (323) 508-2486 or use our contact page, and we will go over it.
Common questions about roof inspection reports
Is a written roof inspection report the same as a free estimate?
A free estimate covers the work we would propose, while a written report documents what we observed. The two are separate services, so it helps to say which one you want.
Does an insurer-required inspection mean you handle my insurance claim?
Those are two different things, even when they come up in the same conversation. An insurer may require an inspection, but we do not handle insurance claims.
Can existing tiles be reused when the underlayment is replaced?
In many cases, existing tiles can be lifted so the underlayment below can be replaced. Tiles that are still suitable are then reset on the roof. Condition decides that, so we check it during the inspection.
Do you help with roofing permits in Los Angeles?
Yes, we help owners with the roofing permits their work requires. The permit comes from the city building department, and we cannot promise approval or timing.