"Inspectors are generally reliable, but they can miss stuff too."
Yeah, that's a good point. Inspectors usually know their stuff, but I've seen plenty of storm damage slip through unnoticed. If you've had heavy winds or hail, it's worth doing a quick visual check from the ground—look for missing shingles, debris buildup, or branches stuck up there. If anything seems off, grab a ladder and take a closer look, or call someone in. Better safe than sorry, especially after rough weather.
"Inspectors are generally reliable, but they can miss stuff too."
True, inspections aren't foolproof. I've noticed that roof valleys and flashing around chimneys or vents often get overlooked, even though they're prime trouble spots after storms. A quick glance from the ground won't always catch these subtle issues. Sometimes it takes getting up close or even checking from inside your attic if you're seeing any moisture or discoloration. It's worth the extra effort to prevent bigger headaches later...speaking from experience here.
Good points overall, but honestly, inspectors aren't usually the ones I'd rely on for detailed roof checks anyway. They're great for general home condition, but roofs are a different beast altogether. I've seen inspectors flag minor cosmetic stuff while completely missing serious issues like cracked shingles or improperly sealed flashing. It's not really their fault—they're trying to cover everything in a limited time—but roofs need someone who knows exactly what they're looking at.
Also, checking from the attic is helpful, sure, but by the time you see moisture or discoloration inside, you've probably already got a bigger issue brewing. Better to catch it from above before it ever gets that far. I always tell folks to get a dedicated roofing pro up there every couple years, especially after heavy storms or harsh winters. Costs a bit extra, yeah, but way cheaper than dealing with water damage down the line...trust me on that one.
"Better to catch it from above before it ever gets that far."
Couldn't agree more with this. Last spring, after a pretty nasty hailstorm, I had an inspector come out and give the roof a quick once-over. He said everything looked fine, just minor cosmetic dings. But something didn't sit right with me, so I called in a roofing specialist anyway. Turns out there were several cracked shingles and damaged flashing that the inspector completely missed—stuff that would've caused serious leaks if left unchecked.
Inspectors are great for general home assessments, but roofs really do need someone who specializes in them. Especially after severe weather events...it's worth the extra cost upfront to avoid bigger headaches later on. Learned that lesson the hard way years ago when I ignored some minor damage and ended up dealing with mold remediation down the road. Not fun at all.
Yeah, roof specialists can definitely save you from major wallet pain later. Still, sometimes I wonder if calling them every single time there's a small storm is overkill...I mean, at what point do you draw the line between being proactive and just throwing money away? I've patched a few shingles myself after storms—nothing fancy, just watched some YouTube vids and climbed up there. Curious if anyone else here handles minor repairs DIY-style or always calls in the pros?
