We signed up for a twice-a-year inspection plan with a local roofing company a couple years ago. At first I thought it was overkill, but after they caught a split seam before it started leaking, I’m kinda sold. Still, sometimes feels like maybe we’re being too cautious (and spending more than we need to). Anyone else doing this? Or is once a year enough? Curious what’s working for others, especially if you’re in an area with wild weather swings.
Twice a year sounds a bit much to me, but I get why you’d want the peace of mind—especially if you’ve had issues caught early. I’m in the Midwest where we get wild temp swings and hail, so I stick with once a year, usually after winter. Had a leak sneak up on me one spring and that was enough to convince me annual is the bare minimum. Still, sometimes I wonder if these plans are more about upselling than actual risk... but then again, repairs are way pricier than inspections.
I get where you’re coming from, but honestly, twice a year isn’t overkill for some roofs—especially if you’ve got a flat roof or anything with a green system. I learned the hard way after a windstorm ripped up part of our membrane last fall. Missed it because I figured once-a-year was fine. Ended up with water pooling under the sedum trays and a mess to clean up. If you’re running solar panels or have any kind of eco-roof, those extra checks can save you a ton of hassle. Upselling is real, but so is hidden damage...
Can’t argue with hidden damage—seen my share of that, especially on our older flat roofs. I used to think annual checks were enough until we had HVAC guys up there and they found a split seam I’d missed. Water had already started seeping in, and it wasn’t obvious from inside. Now, I do a quick walk every spring and fall, plus after any big storm. It’s a bit of a hassle, but honestly, catching issues early has saved us a lot on repairs. For green roofs or solar setups, there’s just more stuff that can go wrong... ignoring it never pays off in the long run.
Interesting you mention green roofs—have you noticed more minor leaks or issues cropping up with extra layers like soil and plants? I’ve always wondered if the added weight or moisture retention makes inspections trickier. Do you follow a different checklist for those compared to standard flat roofs?
