What does a professional roof inspection actually cover?
A physical walk of the roof surface checking shingle condition, flashing, and seams — plus an attic-side check for moisture staining, insulation condition, and ventilation performance. You receive a written report with photos documenting every finding. Call (832) 888-1666 to schedule.
Why does the inspector need to go in my attic?
Because Houston’s humidity makes attic conditions as important as shingle wear. Poor airflow accelerates decking deterioration long before anything shows from outside. An inspection that skips the attic misses the moisture and ventilation problems that quietly destroy roof decks here.
How often should I have my Houston roof inspected?
At least annually. Houston’s heat and humidity cycles wear roofing materials faster than milder climates do, so a yearly check catches wear before it turns into a leak. Scheduled coverage is available through a roof maintenance plan.
When is the best time of year to schedule?
Spring inspections catch winter wear before summer heat accelerates existing damage. Post-storm inspections should happen within days of a hail or high wind event, before the next rain. Pre-listing inspections work best well ahead of showings.
A storm just passed through. Should I get inspected even if nothing looks wrong?
Yes. Hail and high wind cause damage that isn’t visible from the ground, and by the time it surfaces as a ceiling stain, the claim window may have narrowed. An inspection confirms whether storm damage repair is actually needed.
Do I get a written report or just someone’s opinion?
Every inspection includes a written report with photos you can keep for insurance or resale purposes. A verbal “looks fine” from a ladder at the curb isn’t a record you can use with an insurer, a buyer, or a lender.
Can I use the report for an insurance claim?
That’s one of its main purposes. Photo documentation of every finding gives your adjuster something concrete to evaluate rather than a description. It also establishes dated condition, which matters when a carrier argues damage predates the storm.
I’m buying a house in Houston. Is a roof inspection worth it separately?
A general home inspection rarely covers the roof at this depth. A pre-purchase inspection documents actual condition — shingles, flashing, attic moisture, ventilation — giving you a clear record before closing and real leverage if replacement is coming soon.
I’m selling. Should I inspect before listing?
A pre-listing inspection gives sellers a documented roof condition report buyers can trust, which removes the most common late-stage negotiation surprise. Walking into offers with photos and findings already in hand beats reacting to a buyer’s inspector.
Who performs the inspection?
GAF Certified Plus inspectors, working for a fully licensed, bonded, and insured roofing contractor — RCAT Member #208834. Achilles has been locally based in Houston since 2017 and is familiar with the roofing systems common across the area. Meet the inspection crew.
Is an inspection the same as an estimate?
No. An inspection documents condition across every roof system component; an estimate prices specific work. The report tells you whether you need roof repair, a replacement, or nothing yet — and gives you a record to reference months later.
Do you inspect roofs in The Woodlands and Cypress?
Yes. Achilles operates from West Sam Houston Parkway North in Houston, a supply yard on Cypress Bend Drive in Cypress, and an office at Timberloch Place in The Woodlands. See all locations we serve.