What a Real Roof Inspection Looks Like in Marietta, GA
A roof inspection is the cheapest insurance any homeowner can buy. For 45 minutes of a roofer's time, you get a real picture of what's keeping your house dry, how long it's going to keep doing that, and what it'll cost when something has to be fixed. We do these for free across Marietta, GA and the rest of Cobb County because most of our work comes from people who started with a free inspection and called us back later.
A real inspection isn't a guy walking around your yard looking up. It's someone on the roof, in the attic, and on the ground with a camera. Anyone who quotes you a roof without doing all three is guessing.
The 21 Points We Check, Top to Bottom
On the roof surface
Shingle condition, granule loss, cracked or curled tabs, exposed nails, lifted edges, blistering, sealant failures at flashings. We walk every slope we can safely access. Pictures of every issue.
At every penetration
Pipe boots dry out and crack. Skylight flashing kits fail. Chimney counter-flashing pulls out of mortar joints. Vent stacks rust through. We check every hole in your roof because that's where 80% of leaks start.
Valleys, ridges, hips, and edges
Open metal valleys for rust and pitting, closed-cut valleys for shingle wear along the cut line, ridge cap for blow-off, drip edge for proper hem and overlap, gable rake for fastener integrity.
In the attic
Decking from underneath for moisture stains, rusted nail tips (a sign of poor ventilation), insulation depth, baffle integrity, evidence of past leaks, daylight at vents and gables. The attic tells a different story than the roof surface and we read both.
Gutters, fascia, and soffits
Gutters hung properly, downspouts clear, fascia for rot behind the gutter, soffit vents clear and not painted shut. The roof system doesn't end at the shingles.
What You Get After
A written report with photos of every issue, plain-English notes on what we saw, and an honest answer about whether your roof needs work now, soon, or not for years. If it's good for another decade, we say so. If it needs help, the report doubles as documentation for insurance, an inspection contingency, or just a planning record for you.
When You Should Get a Roof Inspection in Marietta
After any major storm
High wind, hail, or a fallen branch can leave damage you can't see from the ground. Insurance carriers will deny claims filed more than a year after the storm date, so don't wait.
Before buying or selling a home
Home inspectors are general practitioners. A roofer's report is what your real estate attorney actually wants for negotiation. We do these all over Cobb County, often within 48 hours of a request.
At year 12 to 15 of an asphalt shingle roof
Most architectural shingles are rated 30 years and last 22 to 28 in Georgia heat. At year 12 to 15, an inspection tells you what to start budgeting for and when.
If you've never had it done
If your roof is over five years old and nobody has been on it since the original install, get one. The earlier you catch a flashing problem, the cheaper it is to fix.
Why Homeowners in Cobb County Call Us First
We're family-owned and based right in Marietta. The same person who answers the phone is going to be on your roof. There is no upsell pressure because we'd rather earn your trust now and get the call again in five years than push a sale you'll regret in two. If you're in Marietta, GA, East Cobb, West Cobb, Acworth, Kennesaw, Smyrna, or anywhere in between, we'll be there within 48 hours.
Schedule a Free Roof Inspection
Call (678) 720-3565 or use the contact form below. Free, 45 minutes, full photo report, no pressure to do anything with it.
