What happens during a roof inspection and repair visit?
What gets checked
- Shingles: missing, creased, cracked or bruised shingles, granule loss, curling and nail pops.
- Flashing: chimney, walls, skylights, kickouts and drip edge.
- Penetrations: pipe boots, vents and exhaust caps.
- Valleys: wear, debris and the cut lines of closed valleys.
- Ventilation: intake at the soffits and exhaust at the ridge or box vents.
- Gutters and fascia: overflow stains, rot and loose hangers.
- Attic: stains, daylight, wet insulation, mildew on decking and condensation.
- Storm signs: hail hits on shingles, vents and gutters, and wind creases.
What you should get
Photos of every issue, where it is, the recommended fix, and a priority: now, soon, or watch it. If storm damage turns up, you should hear honestly whether it looks like enough for an insurance claim.
How often in Georgia
Have the roof checked after any significant hail or windstorm and every couple of years otherwise; older roofs benefit from a yearly look. Spring and fall are good times.
Repair timing
Small items like a pipe boot or a few shingles are quick. Flashing rebuilds and decking repairs need materials and a scheduled day. If a claim is likely, document first and repair after the adjuster sees it, except for an emergency tarp. Robust Roofing's free roof inspection page describes its process. See also what to expect at a roof inspection and the roof maintenance checklist.