Roof Inspection in Lakewood: What to Expect
A roof inspection in Lakewood gives you a clear picture of the roof before you spend anything on it. We look at the surface, the flashing, the penetrations and, where we can reach it, the attic, and you get the photos and a written summary of what we found. Our Old Bridge office is about 30 minutes away.
Lakewood is the most populous town in Ocean County and one of the fastest-growing in New Jersey.
What the Inspection Covers
We look at everything that keeps water out, from the top down:
- Roof surface: shingles or membrane, granule loss, lifted or creased tabs
- Flashing: chimneys, walls, skylights and valleys
- Penetrations: pipe boots, vents and fans
- Gutters and edges: drip edge, fascia and drainage
- Attic, where we can reach it: staining, damp decking and ventilation
You get photos of each, so you can see the roof without climbing a ladder.
What Lakewood Roofs Are Up Against
Older homes near downtown and Lake Carasaljo, a great deal of new single-family and multi-family construction, and townhouses.
New construction and additions bring tie-ins between old and new roofs, and wooded lots add leaves and shade.
Based on the homes we see in Lakewood, these are the things worth asking about on an estimate:
- Split-level tie-ins. Where a lower roof meets an upper wall, ask for step flashing and ice and water shield at the joint.
- Whole-street timing. Homes built together tend to wear out together; neighbours' replacements are a good sign of where yours stands.
- Ice dams. North-facing, shaded eaves hold snow. Ice and water shield at the eaves and good attic ventilation prevent backups.
Thinking about roof inspection? We inspect, photograph what we find and put the price in writing. Free, with no obligation.
Cost of Roof Inspection for Lakewood Homes
The inspection itself is free. If it turns up work, you get a written estimate for that work with the photos, and there is no obligation to go ahead.
Do You Need a Permit in Lakewood?
Roofing work in New Jersey is covered by the Uniform Construction Code, and each town's construction office decides what needs a permit and how the paperwork works. For roof inspection in Lakewood, that means the Lakewood construction office.
We check what your job needs before work starts and tell you if a permit applies.
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Still have a question?
(201) 757-3945Is the roof inspection really free?
Yes. You get photos and a written summary, with no obligation.
What does a roof inspection include?
The roof surface, flashing, penetrations, gutters and, where we can reach it, the attic, with photos of each.
Do I get photos and a written report?
Yes, both.
How often should a roof be inspected?
Every couple of years, after any major storm, and before buying or selling a house. Roofs over 15 years old are worth checking every year.