Home Purchase Roof Check

A roof check before buying a home in Stamford, CT gives a focused look at the shingles or membrane, flashing, vent boots, gutters for granules, the attic decking and signs of leaks or ice dams. It helps buyers weigh repair, replacement and the roof's remaining service life before closing.

What the check covers
The check may cover the roof material and layers, visible wear, flashing at chimneys and walls, attic ventilation, stains on rafters, and past repairs the seller mentions.

Know the limits
Decking under the shingles, hidden layers and areas the contractor cannot safely reach may not be fully judged until tear-off. Findings should describe what was seen and the next steps, without promises about the roof's remaining life.

Call about a roof leak and mention the closing date and any seller disclosures.