A roof that is nearly level or slightly sloped is called a low-slope roof covering. No roof should be actually level and flat.

Home inspectors should report on the "roof-covering" or the "roof-covering materials" Reporting Upon the Roof Covering Materials

One of the most common types of sloped-roof covering in the United States and Canada is asphalt shingles. Sloped Roof-Covering Materials

Infrared Thermography can be used by a home inspector to detect areas of moisture at roof structures and active roof leaks.

Hail and wind can cause significant damage to a roof, particularly an asphalt shingle roof. Wind & Hail Damage

A home inspector must inspect the roof because any roof can leak, and it's required by the Standards of Practice.

Home inspectors are required to inspect the roof covering materials from the ground level or the roof eaves. Roof Inspections Are Dangerous

How to Perform a Roof Inspection Watch this video on how to perform a roof inspection.

The checklist includes several items that a home inspector may check during a roof inspection. Roof Inspection Checklist

I inspect the skylights during a home inspection. A leaking skylight is a common experience for homeowners. It’s essentially a piece of gla

I look for ice dams during a home inspection.