How to Tell the Quality Of a Roof From Images

Commercial real estate is a significant investment. When roofs are in poor condition, you’re at risk of falling up-side on your property. So, how can you tell the quality of a roof from images alone? More specifically, how can key shareholders in the investment identify if your roof is past its prime? Keep reading to find out.

Why is Knowing the Quality of Your Roof Important?

If you want to save money and stress, it’s wise to have quality roofing contractors inspect your roof at least once yearly, but keep an eye on your roof throughout the year, too. You don’t even have to climb up on the roof yourself to get an idea of your roof quality. In fact, you can use images from drones or other aerial photography equipment.

This guide from Paramount KangaRoof goes over some vital information to determine the quality of your roof from images. We will detail what to look for in these photos and also go over general information on how to spot roof damage.

How to Spot Roof Damage

You’ll want to know what to look for while doing a visual inspection of your own or when evaluating pictures. Here are some ways you can spot roof damage and the significant signs of roof damage:

Granules on the roof: As rooftops get older, the granules on shingles can become dislodged, so look in gutters and on the roof itself for signs of shedding.
Clogged or broken gutters: Your rain gutters are a key component of your roofing system. Luckily, it’s easy to tell if they are clogged. If you notice rainwater leaking over the sides, it’s time to repair or replace.
Missing shingles: If you have a shingle roof, such as asphalt, any missing shingles will need to be replaced immediately to avoid severe damage.
Other issues with the shingles: You should also look out for cracked or curling shingles. This problem is generally easy to see in pictures or even looking up while on the ground.
Damage from hail: While it can be difficult to tell hail damage from the ground, you may be able to spot it from images. But, if you still aren’t sure, quality roofing contractors can look over your roof for hail damage.
Water damage: While water damage sometimes appears inside the home, you can often tell earlier signs of water issues through pictures. Look for areas where water pools or for signs of mold and mildew.

Thankfully, many of these signs can be seen either while on the ground in front of the building or by looking at pictures. However, sometimes hidden damage arises that is difficult to see without a trained eye.

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Why Professional Roofing Inspections Are Important

While some signs of roofing damage are rather obvious, others are not. It’s still vital to request a quality roofing contractor to check out your rooftop at least once per year. You want roofing experts who know precisely what to look for and who have experience assessing a roof’s state.

How to Tell if a Roof Is Bad

While the best way to know is to request an assessment from Paramount KangaRoof, you can also get an idea by doing general roofing checks to look for the signs of damage mentioned above.

But how do you tell the difference between that which can be repaired versus that which warrants a roof replacement?

Generally, you need to look at the extent of the damage. If a few shingles are missing or broken, repairs are likely possible. However, if more than a third of the shingles or tiles are ruined, you’ll need to replace. Some other clear signs that a roof needs to be replaced include sagging or looking like it’s about to collapse.

However, the best way to know if your roof is in bad shape is to request an inspection from a qualified roofer.

Image of a worker inspecting the gutter of a roof.

Request a Roofing Inspection Today

If you have questions about how to spot roof damage or how to read the roof’s condition, reach out to Paramount KangaRoof today. We recommend a roof inspection at least once per year, and we can also help you figure out the quality of your roof from pictures. Learn more by calling or messaging us today. We even offer free roofing inspections.