{"id":68,"date":"2017-11-12T17:54:18","date_gmt":"2017-11-12T17:54:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thomasroofing.net\/blog\/?p=68"},"modified":"2023-02-02T17:59:27","modified_gmt":"2023-02-02T17:59:27","slug":"what-to-expect-from-a-professional-roof-inspection","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thomasroofing.net\/blog\/2017\/11\/12\/what-to-expect-from-a-professional-roof-inspection\/","title":{"rendered":"What to Expect From a Professional Roof Inspection"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>You cannot underestimate the value of scheduled roof inspections. After all, even the strongest roofs will eventually succumb to the cumulative effects of wear and tear. Every roof requires maintenance and occasional repairs to continue performing correctly. Skipping preventive maintenance and acting only when there are obvious problems can cause your roof to fail prematurely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a trusted local <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomasroofing.net\/\">roofing contractor<\/a>, The Thomas Roofing Company can assess your roof\u2019s condition and provide a realistic view of its health. Here\u2019s what to expect during a roof inspection:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Evaluation of the Exterior<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-default\">\n<figure class=\"alignright\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh4.googleusercontent.com\/hRD89g679h603eJbo19bh-_Z2Py-1SElDaDRPqypVGHIemlST2cKIkYZVCLt65k92pP_7xHZAU2gOh6-X2wFi4FWl9BJDzn0OsjIbPZRxUUW85dgC2COohQtXxJkKRExBnCsjj6QGjE00vvF7wVcOg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Our crew will look for potential causes of leakage, such as broken flashings, misshapen shingles, depressions, and clogged gutters. You can search for red flags yourself from the ground, but some types of damage may be hiding underneath or may not be noticeable to the untrained eye. Our professionals will go up on your roof to get a closer look and uncover hidden signs of damage that have the potential to cause leaks. Additionally, we\u2019ll take note of siding-related issues, like peeling paint or mold growth, as such problems might suggest you have a leaky roof.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Written Assessment<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Based on the information we gather, we\u2019ll provide sound recommendations when there are issues. We\u2019ll tell you how much time you have to address problems before leakage could occur, though our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomasroofing.net\/about-us\/\">roofing company<\/a> never encourages delaying necessary fixes. Finally, we\u2019ll provide a written estimate with no strings attached.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Finest Roofer in Towson, Columbia, and Westminster, MD<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Get your roof inspected by one of the finest roofers in Towson, Columbia, and Westminster, MD. Call The Thomas Roofing Company at (410) 928-1873 to schedule your free, no-obligation consultation.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You cannot underestimate the value of scheduled roof inspections. After all, even the strongest roofs will eventually succumb to the cumulative effects of wear and tear. Every roof requires maintenance and occasional repairs to continue performing correctly. 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