Every inspection covers the full roof system, not just a walk on the shingles. Here is what is included in the standard fee, and what we quote separately if you need it. If you need lab testing, engineering stamps, or drone footage for litigation, we will tell you upfront what that costs.
We inspect shingles, ridge vent, drip edge, flashing, valleys, and all penetrations on every accessible slope. Lifted, cracked, or missing material gets photographed and marked on the report with its location and approximate quantity.
We check the underside of the roof decking for staining, daylight, soft spots, and mold. This is where ice dams and slow flashing leaks show up first, often months before they reach your ceiling drywall.
Clogged gutters back water up under the drip edge and cause fascia rot. We check gutters, downspouts, and drainage paths, and note any sections that need clearing or re-pitching.
Every issue gets a photo, and you get the full set by email. If you are filing an insurance claim or negotiating a real estate credit, the photos do the arguing for you.
You get a plain-English report with a remaining-life estimate on the shingles, a list of defects by priority, and a clear recommendation: repair, monitor, or replace. No jargon, no vague language.
A roof inspection in New York is a top-to-bottom evaluation of your roof system that checks shingles, underlayment, ice and water shield, roof flashing, drip edge, ridge vent, and roof decking for damage, wear, and installation defects. We walk the roof when it is safe, inspect from a roofing ladder when it is not, and check the attic side for staining, daylight, and soft spots. You get photos, a written condition report, and a straight answer on whether you need a repair, a replacement, or nothing at all.
New York roofs take a beating that roofs in milder states do not. Ice dams form along eaves after a hard freeze, wind uplift peels ridge caps off during nor'easters, and hail damage shows up as bruised mat on asphalt shingles long before it leaks. That is why a roof check New York homeowners schedule each fall catches small failures early. If you have been searching roof inspection near me in New York because of a ceiling stain, a missing shingle, or a real estate closing deadline, we can usually get eyes on it within 24 to 48 hours.
Five steps, no surprises. You know what we are doing, what it costs, and what we found before we leave your property.
Schedule
Call or book online — a real human picks up and confirms a 2-hour arrival window.
Diagnose
Licensed tech inspects on-site, then walks you through the cause and your options.
Fix
The job is completed to code and done right the first time — no shortcuts, no surprises.
Guarantee
Every job backed by a written workmanship warranty — and we stand behind it.
Tools & EquipmentRoofing ladder and safety harness
We set a stable roofing ladder and work in a full OSHA-compliant safety harness on every pitched roof. It is slower than free-climbing, and it is the reason nobody gets hurt on your property.
Pole camera and drone
Steep, wet, or fragile roofs get documented with a pole camera or drone so we can see the surface without walking it. You still get full photo coverage of every slope.
Pry bar and utility knife
When we need to check under a shingle or open a flashing detail, we use a pry bar and utility knife to lift material cleanly and reset it without causing new damage.
Moisture meter
We check roof decking and attic framing with a moisture meter to confirm whether a stain is active or old. It separates a current leak from a problem that was already fixed.
Chalk line and roofing nails
For any repair we make during the visit, we snap a chalk line and use proper roofing nails so the patch matches the existing course and does not telegraph through.
GAF and Owens Corning system inspection standards
We inspect to the manufacturer's installation standards for GAF and Owens Corning systems, which means we check the details that void warranties when they are wrong: nail placement, underlayment laps, ice and water shield coverage, and ridge vent cut length.
OSHA-compliant roof access
Every inspection follows OSHA safety certification standards for fall protection, ladder placement, and roof access. It keeps our inspectors safe and it keeps your insurance company happy if anyone ever asks how the work was performed.
Photo-documented condition reporting
We do not give verbal findings. Every defect is photographed, located by slope, and written into a report you can hand to an adjuster, an attorney, or the next contractor who touches the roof.
Water testing on active leaks
When we find an active leak, we water-test the suspect area after the repair to confirm the fix. It is the difference between hoping it is fixed and knowing it is.
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What we do: We inspect the roof, document its condition with photos, and deliver a written report within 24 hours. It gives the buyer a real number and the seller a defensible position on any credit.
→ The deal moves forward without a last-minute renegotiation, and both sides know exactly what the roof needs.
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What we do: We do a storm damage inspection, photograph every impact point, and measure the affected area. If it is claim-worthy, the report is formatted for your adjuster.
→ You file with documentation instead of guesswork, and we handle the repair once the claim is approved.
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What we do: We assess granule loss, mat condition, flashing, and ventilation, then give you a remaining-life estimate and a maintenance plan to stretch it.
→ You can budget for replacement on your schedule instead of getting surprised by a leak in February.
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What we do: We re-inspect the repaired area and the surrounding field, check for new failures, and document the current condition.
→ You know the repair is sound, and if it is not, we catch it while it is still under our workmanship warranty.
Buffalo's Elmwood Village
A lot of 1920s two-story homes with original roof framing and steep pitches. We inspect from a ladder and pole camera more often here because the roof geometry is unforgiving.
Huntington Station
Post-war capes and ranches with low-slope rear additions. Those flat sections pond water and need membrane checks, not just shingle checks.
Mineola
Dense village lots with mature trees that drop debris into valleys and gutters. Gutter and valley inspection matters as much as the shingles here.
Kerhonkson
Rural Catskills properties with steep metal and shingle roofs, heavy snow loads, and long freeze cycles. Ice and water shield coverage at the eaves is the first thing we check.
Ice dams and freeze-thaw cycles
Water backs up under shingles and refreezes, prying flashing loose and soaking decking. We check attic ventilation and insulation because that is what causes the dam in the first place.
Coastal wind and salt air
Fasteners corrode and shingle tabs lift faster on Long Island and the Sound shore. We check nail condition and ridge attachment on every coastal inspection.
Lake-effect snow loads
Western New York roofs carry heavy snow for months. We look for sagging, over-spanned rafters, and shingle mat that has been crushed by repeated snow removal.
Most of what we find during an inspection is invisible from the ground and cheap to fix, if you catch it early. Here are the problems that show up most often on New York roofs.
Problem
Meltwater backs up under the shingles and drips into your walls and ceilings, and the freeze-thaw cycle can crack flashing and loosen fasteners.
Our Fix
We inspect attic insulation and ventilation, check for the warm-air leaks that cause ice dams, and recommend the fix, whether that is air sealing, added insulation, or improved intake and ridge venting.
Problem
One missing shingle exposes the underlayment, and the next storm takes the neighbors with it. Wind uplift spreads fast along ridge lines and gable ends.
Our Fix
We document every missing shingle by slope and count, then re-nail or replace them and check the surrounding field for lifted nails and tabs that are about to go.
Problem
Flashing is the number one source of roof leaks we find, and it is almost never visible from the driveway. By the time it stains a ceiling, the framing behind it is often wet.
Our Fix
We inspect step flashing, counter-flashing, and pipe boots, then repair or replace the failed section and water-test it before we close out the job.
Problem
Clogged gutters rot fascia and soffit, and on flat roofs, ponding water on flat roofs breaks down the membrane and adds structural load.
Our Fix
We clear gutters, check downspout flow, and on flat roofs inspect drains and scuppers for standing water. If the membrane is failing at the seams, we quote the repair on the spot.
A roof problem you cannot see is the one that costs the most. Our inspections put real numbers and photos in front of you before a small failure becomes a five-figure replacement.
Catch leaks early
Most roof leaks start as a pinhole at a flashing failure or a cracked pipe boot and take months to show on your ceiling. We find them while the repair is still a $250 to $600 fix instead of a full tear-off with rotted roof decking underneath.
Document storm damage
After hail damage or a wind event, your insurance claim lives or dies on documentation. We photograph every impact mark, measure the affected slope, and give you a report formatted the way adjusters expect to see it.
Extend roof life
Replacing a few missing shingles, resealing flashing, and clearing clogged gutters adds years to a roof that is otherwise sound. A $300 to $500 maintenance visit often pushes replacement out by three to five seasons.
Support a sale or purchase
Roof inspection services in New York for real estate move fast. We turn reports around in 24 hours so your attorney, buyer, or lender is not waiting on the roof to close.
We charge a flat inspection fee based on roof size, pitch, and report type, and we tell you the number before we schedule. Typical 2026 pricing runs $150 to $450 for a standard single-family home, with real estate and insurance reports at the higher end because of the documentation involved. If you hire us for the repair, the inspection fee comes off the bill. What we will not do is quote a low fee and then invent problems to make it back on the back end.
Typical Investment Range
$150 - $450 for a standard residential inspection, $500+ for large or complex roofs
An inspection costs a fraction of a repair and a tiny fraction of a replacement. Finding one failed pipe boot at $340 beats discovering it as a rotted ceiling and wet insulation at $4,000.
What changes the price
Roof size and pitch
A steep two-story roof takes longer and needs more safety setup than a low-slope ranch. Square footage and pitch together drive most of the fee difference.
Report type
A verbal walk-through costs less than a full written report with photos. Real estate and insurance reports take more time to produce and are priced accordingly.
Access and height
Tall homes, tight side yards, and steep pitches require more ladder work and safety gear. We quote that upfront rather than adding it after the visit.
Roof type
Asphalt shingle inspections are straightforward. Flat TPO membrane, slate, and metal roofs take longer because the failure points are different and harder to see.
Travel distance
We run crews across the state, so most addresses fall inside our standard service radius. Remote properties may carry a small travel charge, quoted before booking.
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Inspector showed up on time, walked the whole roof, and sent photos the same afternoon. He told me the roof had years left and gave me a short maintenance list instead of a sales pitch. That is why I called them back for the repair.
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Our inspection crews cover New York from the western tier to the eastern tip of Long Island. Whether you need a New York roof inspection services package for a single home or a recurring roof check New York property managers can schedule across multiple buildings, we run the same reporting standard everywhere. Below are some of the communities we serve most often.
Westchester village with a mix of older colonials and newer builds. We inspect steep pitches and check attic ventilation, which drives ice dam problems on these streets.
Mid-Island homes with mature tree cover. Valley debris and clogged gutters are common findings, so we check drainage as carefully as the shingles.
Lake-effect snow and freeze-thaw cycles age roofs fast here. We focus on ice and water shield coverage at the eaves and attic insulation levels.
Orange County properties with a mix of shingle and metal roofs. We inspect for snow-load damage and check flashing details that fail after hard winters.
Hillside homes with steep roofs and tight access. We use pole cameras and ladder inspections where walking the full pitch is not safe.
Commercial and residential mix near the highway corridor. We handle flat TPO membrane inspections alongside standard shingle checks.
North Shore waterfront homes where salt air corrodes fasteners and flashing. We check nail condition and ridge attachment on every coastal inspection.
Westchester neighborhoods with a lot of 1960s ranches and capes. Many are due for replacement, and our reports help owners plan the timing.
Post-war homes with low-slope rear additions. Those flat sections pond water, so we inspect membrane seams and drains, not just shingles.
Rural Catskills properties with steep roofs and heavy snow. Ice dam prevention and eave detailing are the priorities on every inspection here.
Dense Nassau County lots with older housing stock. We document remaining shingle life carefully for owners weighing repair versus replacement.
Coastal Suffolk homes that take direct wind and salt exposure. Storm damage documentation and wind uplift checks are standard on every visit.
Village lots with mature trees and tight side yards. We inspect valleys, gutters, and flashing closely because debris buildup causes most of the leaks here.
Rockland County homes with a mix of ages and roof types. We check for ice dam history and flashing failures at chimneys and skylights.
North Shore village with waterfront exposure and older homes. Salt corrosion and wind uplift are the two findings we see most often.
Real answers to the questions we hear most often from local homeowners and property managers.
If your inspection shows the roof is at the end of its life, we install new GAF or Owens Corning systems with manufacturer warranties. The inspection report becomes the scope of work, so nothing gets missed between diagnosis and install.
View Roof InstallationA failed inspection often means full replacement, especially on roofs over 20 years old with multiple leak points. We tear off to the deck, replace any rotted sheathing, and install new underlayment, ice and water shield, and shingles.
View Roof ReplacementMost inspection findings are repairable: missing shingles, failed pipe boots, cracked flashing, or a small section of damaged decking. We fix the cause, not just the symptom, and re-inspect the repair before we leave.
View Roof RepairWhen the inspection finds an active leak, we trace it to the source, which is often uphill from the stain. We repair flashing failure, seal penetrations, and water-test the area so you know it is actually fixed.
View Roof Leak RepairAn annual maintenance plan keeps your inspection findings from turning into emergencies. We clear gutters, reseal flashing, replace worn pipe boots, and document conditions each visit so you have a running history of the roof.
View Roof MaintenanceStorm damage does not wait for business hours. If the inspection reveals an active leak or a tarped section from last winter, we offer 24/7 emergency response to stop water intrusion before it reaches your ceilings.
View Emergency Roofing ServicesCall (833) 829-2623 any time, day or night. Our phone is answered around the clock for emergency leaks and storm damage, and standard estimates are booked within 24 to 48 hours. You can also email [email protected] with photos of the problem and we will get back to you the same business day.
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Hours
Mon–Fri: 7AM – 7PM
Sat: 8AM – 4PM
Sun: Emergency Only
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