Key takeaways
- Look for priorities, not just a list of defects.
- Every finding should come with a photo.
- Ask what is urgent, what can wait and why.
- Beware of reports that only push replacement.
A good report tells a story: what is wrong, where, how serious and what to do next.
What a good report includes
- Photos tied to each finding
- Locations on the roof
- Priorities: urgent, soon, monitor
- An estimate of remaining life
- Plain-language notes
Questions worth asking
- What is urgent and what can wait?
- Is it a repair or a replacement situation?
- What happens if I do nothing?
- Is the damage storm related, age related or both?
Red flags
- No photos
- Vague language
- Pressure to decide today
- A recommendation to replace without explanation
Our reports are built to be understood by humans.