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Natasha Gromicko
Jan 9, 20233 min read
Low-Slope Roof Coverings
A roof that is nearly level or slightly sloped is called a low-slope roof. No roof should be actually level and flat. It must have at least
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Natasha Gromicko
Jan 9, 20232 min read
Reporting Upon the Roof Covering Materials
Home inspectors should report on the "roof-covering" or the "roof-covering materials" that were observed during the home inspection.
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Natasha Gromicko
Jan 9, 20231 min read
Sloped Roof-Covering Materials
One of the most common types of sloped-roof covering in the United States and Canada is asphalt shingles.
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Natasha Gromicko
Jan 9, 20231 min read
Infrared Thermography
An infrared camera can be used by a home inspector to detect areas of moisture at roof structures and active roof leaks.
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Natasha Gromicko
Jan 9, 20231 min read
Wind & Hail Damage
Hail and wind can cause significant damage to a roof, particularly an asphalt shingle roof.
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Natasha Gromicko
Jan 9, 20231 min read
Any Roof Can Leak
A home inspector must inspect the roof because any roof can leak, and it's required by the Standards of Practice.
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Natasha Gromicko
Jan 9, 20231 min read
Roof Inspections Are Dangerous
Home inspectors are required to inspect the roof covering materials from the ground level or the roof eaves.
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Natasha Gromicko
Jan 9, 20231 min read
How to Perform a Roof Inspection
Watch this video on how to perform a roof inspection.
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Natasha Gromicko
Jan 9, 20231 min read
Roof Inspection Checklist
The checklist includes several items that a home inspector may check during a roof inspection.
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Natasha Gromicko
Jan 9, 20231 min read
Skylights
I inspect the skylights during a home inspection. A leaking skylight is a common experience for homeowners. It’s essentially a piece of gla
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