Services · Roof Inspection
Free 22-Point Roof Inspection in San Diego
A documented, no-cost roof inspection across San Diego County — drone imagery, on-roof examination, attic check, and a written 22-point report with photos, remaining lifespan, and priced options. No pressure, no upsell.
Free 22-point inspection with written photo report
Drone imagery plus hands-on roof and attic examination
Underlayment age, flashing, ventilation, and drainage assessment
Remaining-lifespan estimate with repair vs replace guidance
Insurance-claim and real-estate-transaction ready documentation
Booked within 48 hours across San Diego County
About Our Roof Inspection Service
An inspection is worthless without evidence. Ours produces a report you keep: photos of every finding, the age and condition of the underlayment, flashing and penetration status, attic ventilation and moisture readings, drainage performance, and a realistic remaining-lifespan number — followed by priced options ranked by urgency.
Best For
Buying or selling a home; roofs over 15 years old; after storms and Santa Ana wind events; insurance claim support; annual maintenance planning; HOA and property-management portfolios.
Our Process
We fly the roof, walk it where safe, inspect the attic, take moisture readings, and photograph every finding. You receive a written 22-point report — typically within 24 hours — with clear repair, maintenance, and replacement options and fixed pricing.
Warranty
The inspection and report are free with no obligation. Any recommended work is quoted at fixed prices and carries our written workmanship warranty.
Roof Inspection Guides from Our Roofers
- Homeowner Guide · 4 min readHow Roofers Show Up on Google: Citations, Reviews and City PagesThe three signals behind local roofing results in San Diego — citations, reviews and city pages — and how to use them to judge any roofer you are comparing.Read the guide
- Homeowner Guide · 5 min readPlanning a San Diego Reroof: Permits, Scope and InspectionsA practical sequence for planning a San Diego roof replacement: identify the jurisdiction, document the scope, check exemptions and arrange required inspections.Read the guide
- Maintenance · 4 min readWhat to Send Your San Diego Roofer Before an InspectionPrepare useful leak photos, roof history and access details for a San Diego roofing inspection without climbing onto the roof or guessing at the repair.Read the guide
- Homeowner Guide · 5 min readCoastal and Inland San Diego Roofing: Questions to Ask by CityQuestions for Carlsbad, Oceanside, La Jolla, San Marcos and Escondido homeowners about roof details, project scope and the correct local permit authority.Read the guide
Storm, Wind & Hail Damage to Roof Inspection
Storm season is when roof inspection problems show up first. If wind, rain, or hail hit your San Diego roof, start here:
- Storm Damage Roof Repair in San DiegoAtmospheric-river leaks, lifted underlayment, and insurance-claim documentation handled end to end.See storm repair options
- Wind Damage Roof Repair in San DiegoSanta Ana wind events, broken seal strips, displaced tile, and torn ridge caps repaired fast.See storm repair options
- Hail Damage Roof Repair in San DiegoBruised shingles, fractured tile, and dented metal documented for adjusters with photo evidence.See storm repair options
Price Match Promise
Got a competing roofing bid in San Diego County? We'll beat it.
Upload any written quote from a licensed C-39 roofing contractor with 3+ years in business — we verify the license with the CSLB and come back with a lower fixed price on the same scope.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the roof inspection really free?
Yes. The 22-point inspection and written photo report are free with no obligation across San Diego County. We only charge if you choose to have work performed.
How long does a roof inspection take?
Most residential inspections take 45–90 minutes on site, including drone flight and attic examination. Larger custom homes and commercial roofs take longer.
What does a roof inspection include?
Covering condition, underlayment age, flashing at walls, chimneys and skylights, valleys, pipe boots, ridge and hip details, ventilation, attic moisture, gutters and drainage, plus structural and decking observations — 22 points total, each photographed.
How often should a San Diego roof be inspected?
Annually, and again after any major Santa Ana wind or storm event. Tile roofs over 20 years old should be checked yearly for underlayment condition even when nothing is leaking.
Can you inspect a roof for a home purchase?
Yes — this is one of our most common requests. You get a written report with remaining lifespan and priced repair options, which buyers routinely use during their inspection contingency period.
Do you provide reports for insurance claims?
Yes. The report includes dated drone and close-up photography plus a line-item scope, which is the documentation adjusters ask for on wind and storm claims.
Will you walk on my tile roof during the inspection?
Only where it can be walked safely on the tile headlap. Where it cannot, we use drone imagery and targeted access so no tile is cracked during the inspection.
Do you inspect commercial and flat roofs?
Yes. We inspect TPO, PVC, torch down, and built-up systems, including seam integrity, drains and scuppers, ponding, and parapet flashing, with the same written photo report.
More questions? See our full roofing FAQs — flat roofs, tile, emergency repairs and booking.
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Speak with a senior roofing consultant today. On-site assessment, drone imagery, and a fixed-price proposal — no obligation.
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