Whether you’re buying your first home, or you’re a seasoned home flipper, you can be sure that getting the most out of your purchase is your number one priority. A home inspection can help to tout the fact that certain aspects of the home may be in need of repairs before the homebuyer can rest assured that they are getting the best deal. A home inspection can also help a home seller by allowing them to present the home in its top form, letting the seller to reach the maximum selling value potential. But because many areas of the home are built by specialized contractors, it’s best to have these sections of the home inspected by a specialized inspector as well. Your homes roof is one of these areas and should be inspected and all roof repair performed by a licensed and insured roofing contractor.

Here at Roof.net, we can ensure that your roofing system is completely inspected so no hidden damages are discovered after you purchase the home. After all, once a roof leak starts, it’s no secret that damages can exponentially increase every second that a roof repair hasn’t been made. Call us today at (703)303-8546 or fill out the form in the upper left hand of the screen and we’ll provide both Arlington, Virginia homeowner and homebuyer with the peace of mind in knowing their home or businesses roofing system is in top form for the sale.

A roofing inspection involves much more than a quick once over of the shingles exterior from a crew of licensed and insured roofers. Only a thorough inspection can ensure that your roof is in the best shape possible. No matter who you hire for your roofing inspection, be sure they complete the following tasks to make certain you’re not getting stuck with a costly roof repair or even worse—a total roof replacement.

• Exterior Shingle Inspection - Obvious damages to your asphalt shingles can be as basic as a missing shingle tile to as small as a crack in aging waterproofing sealants or membranes.  These basics of a roofing inspection should be recorded so that a complete roof repair can be made before selling or buying any structure. Roofing inspectors will look for signs of cracking, breaking or and any loose shingles or vent stacks.
• Flashing Inspection - Areas around chimneys, skylights and valleys all need the extra helping hand of a solid sheet of metal to continuously divert water away from the interior of the home. If rust or whitening aluminum is present, these could indicate that the structure may need a complete roof replacement.
• Penetrations Inspection - Roofing penetrations can come from a variety of materials from plumbing pipes to dryer vents. These ventilation stacks are a necessary part of any roof and are commonly covered with a lead or aluminum boot to prevent water intrusion into the home. Your roofing inspector will look for signs of cracks, splits or staining that can signal the beginning of an expensive future roof leak.
• Soffit and Fascia Inspection - The edge of your roof is where the most water runoff takes place. It’s crucial that this area of a roof is inspected because even the smallest of damages can cause serious problems if they are left to continue unabated. Your Arlington, VA roofing inspector will look for loose pieces of soffit, missing fascia nails and sagging materials as these areas of need immediate attention before a more expensive roof repair takes place.
• Attic Inspection - No roofing inspection is complete without an attic ventilation inspection. When extreme attic temperatures are allowed to accumulate without the correct ventilation present, severe shingle, plywood and insulation damages can happen. Improper attic ventilation can also cause excessive moisture to build up in attic spaces causing shingles to become brittle and decay prematurely. In more extreme cases, improper attic ventilation can cause mildew and black mold to form in the attic. Black mold can cause serious health problems and in some cases can cost more for removal and repairs than it would be to demolish and rebuild the entire structure.
• Infrared Inspection - Some roofing problems can be impossible to find with the naked eye. That’s why here at Roof.net, we use state of the art thermal imaging cameras to detect hidden roofing damages before you buy your new home or business. Call us today at (703)303-8546 or fill out the estimate form in the upper left hand corner of the screen and we’ll provide you with a complete roofing inspection and a free estimate of all your roof repair needs. Take a look at our roofing contractor’s review forums and you’ll easily see why Roof.net is the best roofing inspector for your new Arlington, Virginia home.