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Fill Out Your Roof Inspection Form

The Residential Roof Inspection Form is a crucial document used to assess the condition of a roof and identify any necessary repairs or maintenance. This form captures essential details about the structure, including the inspection date, the inspector's name, and the roofing company's contact information. By systematically documenting the roof's condition, it helps ensure that any issues are addressed promptly, safeguarding the integrity of the home.

Form Sample

Residential Roof Inspection Form

Inspection Date:

 

Inspector:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Structure Information

Structure ID:

 

 

Used For:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Job No.:

 

 

Year Roof Applied:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Structure Description:

Permanent

Temporary

Building Type:

 

Single-family

Apartments

 

 

 

 

 

Multi-family

Other:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Resident Key Contact Name:

 

 

Owner/Mgr. Contact (if

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

different):

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Structure Address:

 

 

Owner/Mgr. Phone:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Structure City/ST/Zip

 

 

Owner/Mgr. E-Mail:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Roofing Company Contact Information

Roofing Contractor Company:

 

Roofing Co. Address:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Roofing Company Contact:

 

Roofing Co. City/ST/ZIP:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Roofing Company Phone:

 

Roofing Co. E-Mail:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Previous Maintenance and Repair Work

(Briefly describe membrane and flashing work done, including dates and who did the work)

Date of Last Inspection:

 

Is the Roof guaranteed?

No

Yes - Attach copy of guarantee to this record

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Has occupancy or use of the building changed since last inspection?

No

Yes - Describe:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Have any changes, additions or new penetrations been made to roof since last inspection?

No

Yes - Describe:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Has there been leakage? No

Yes - Describe Conditions:

Light Rain

Heavy Rain

Wind

Leaks Continuously

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Other:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Were emergency repairs performed? No

Yes - Describe:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Residential Roof Inspection Form

Code

 

 

 

Condition

 

 

 

 

 

G = Good, No Action

 

 

 

 

 

F = Fair, Monitor Periodically

 

 

 

 

 

P = Poor, Immediate Action

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

G

F

P

Location

Action Taken

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Interior

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Roof Deck

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A1

Corrosion

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A2

Spalling (chipping or crumbling)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A3

Cracking

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A4

Buckling

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A5

Sagging

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A6

Open Joints

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A7

General Deck Condition

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A8

Stains/Drips

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A100

Other:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Walls

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

B1

Movement

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

B2

Settling

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

B3

Cracks

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

B4

Spalling (chipping or crumbling)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

B5

Paint Peeling

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

B6

Water Stains

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

B100

Other:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Exterior

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Walls

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

C1

Deteriorated Mortar Joints

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Code

 

 

 

 

 

Condition

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

G = Good, No Action

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

F = Fair, Monitor Periodically

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

P = Poor, Immediate Action

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

G

F

P

Location

 

Action Taken

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

C2

Settlement Cracks

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

C3

Stains

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

C4

Efflorescence

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

C5

Windows

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

C7

Fascia Displaced

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Metal Flashings

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Counter Flashing

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

E1

Loose/Missing Fasteners

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

E2

Loose/Displaced Metal

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

E3

Deformed Metal

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

E4

Corrosion

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

E6

Sealant Joints

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

E7

Punctures

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

E100

Other:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Drains/Downspouts

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

L1

Strainers/Clamping Ring

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

L2

Clear of Debris

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

L3

Flashing

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

L4

Overall Cleanliness

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

L5

Gutter Anchors

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

L6

Drains/Downspouts

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

L7

Gutter General Condition

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

L100

Other:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Residential Roof Inspection Form

Code

 

 

 

 

 

 

Condition

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

G = Good, No Action

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

F = Fair, Monitor Periodically

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

P = Poor, Immediate Action

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

G

F

P

Location

Action Taken

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Penetrations

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

General

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

K1

Pitch Pocket Sealant

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

K2

Loose Flashing

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

K3

Drawbands

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

K100

Other:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Conduit or Pipe

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

N1

Sagging

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

N2

Supports Moving

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

N3

Joints

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

N4

Corrosion

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

N100

Other:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Membrane/Shingle

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

General

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

O1

Discoloration

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

O2

Coating/Surfacing

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

O3

Cracking

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

O4

Wrinkles

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

O5

Punctures

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

O9

Delamination

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

O10

Alligatoring

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

O11

Granule Adhesion

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

O12

Standing Water

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Residential Roof Inspection Form

Code

 

 

 

Condition

 

 

 

 

 

G = Good, No Action

 

 

 

 

 

F = Fair, Monitor Periodically

 

 

 

 

 

P = Poor, Immediate Action

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

G

F

P

Location

Action Taken

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

O13

Vandalism

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

O14

Foot Traffic Damage

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

O17

Mechanical Damage

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

O18

Exposed Felt/Deck

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

O19

Hail Damage

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

O100

Other:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Miscellaneous

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

R1

Antennas

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

R2

Guy Wires

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

R3

Ice or Icicles

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

R4

Oil Deposits

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

R5

Surface Contamination

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

R6

Soft Areas

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

R7

Vandalism

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

R8

Vegetative Growth

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

R100

Other:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Photographic Record

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

U1

Film/Digital Photograpy

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

U2

Video

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

U100

Other:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

*Mark all items with the appropriate code on the roof plan grid. Keep copies of inspection forms and photographic or other evidence with the Roof Historical Record.

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Misconceptions

  • Misconception 1: The Roof Inspection Form is only necessary for new roofs.

    This is incorrect. The form is essential for all roofs, regardless of age. Regular inspections help identify potential issues early, ensuring the longevity of the roofing system.

  • Misconception 2: A roof inspection is the same as a general home inspection.

    While a general home inspection covers various aspects of a property, a roof inspection focuses specifically on the roof's condition. It evaluates materials, structural integrity, and potential leaks.

  • Misconception 3: If no leaks are visible, the roof is in good condition.

    Visible leaks are only one indicator of roof health. Issues such as hidden water damage, deterioration of materials, or structural weaknesses may not be immediately apparent but can lead to significant problems over time.

  • Misconception 4: The Roof Inspection Form is only for the roofing contractor.

    While contractors complete the form, it is also a valuable document for homeowners. It provides a record of the roof's condition and any maintenance performed, which is important for future reference.

  • Misconception 5: The inspection form is a one-time requirement.

    In reality, the Roof Inspection Form should be used regularly, ideally at least once a year or after significant weather events. Consistent documentation helps track the roof's condition over time and informs necessary maintenance actions.

Key takeaways

When using the Roof Inspection form, it is essential to follow specific guidelines to ensure a thorough and effective inspection process. Here are key takeaways to keep in mind:

  • Complete All Sections: Fill out every section of the form, including structure information and contact details, to provide a comprehensive overview of the roof.
  • Document Previous Work: Clearly describe any past maintenance or repairs, including dates and contractors involved, to track the roof's history.
  • Indicate Roof Condition: Use the provided codes (Good, Fair, Poor) to assess the condition of various roof components accurately.
  • Report Changes: Note any changes in occupancy or modifications to the roof since the last inspection, as these can affect its integrity.
  • Detail Leakage Issues: If leaks have occurred, describe the conditions that led to them, such as weather events, to aid in future assessments.
  • Emergency Repairs: Document any emergency repairs performed, as this information is crucial for understanding the roof's current state.
  • Include Photographic Evidence: Take photos or videos of the roof and attach them to the form to support your findings and provide a visual record.
  • Maintain Records: Keep copies of the inspection forms and any photographic evidence as part of the Roof Historical Record for future reference.

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