Many homeowners will schedule a roof inspection this year. Which raises an obvious question – what does an Orange County Roofer look for during this process? For starters, these ‘rooftop detectives’ will examine shingles for significant gravel loss. Gravel, of course, is the material covering each shingle, protecting the inner asphalt from harmful elements such as sunlight. On the aesthetic side, the material also gives shingles their unique color.

Bear in mind, virtually all shingles lose gravel over time. Nothing unusual in that. But if roofers discover excessive loss, the shingles probably have deteriorated beyond acceptability. Likely, replacement will be necessary.

During this phase of an inspection, an Orange County Roofing company will examine shingles for overall thickness. A smooth surface indicates they’re in relatively good condition. Irregularities, however, suggest the opposite. Addressing this issue will be necessary.

During an inspection, an Orange County Roofer also looks long and hard at rooftop penetrations. No, these aren’t holes that have formed over time. These penetrations are various built-in elements of a roofing system. Examples include chimneys, pipes, and skylights. Such elements will be checked for proper weather sealing. Should this sealing become compromised, a home is vulnerable to leaks and other weather-related problems.

Beyond all this, roofing contractors will check for shingle adhesion, flashing integrity, and many other indicators of a properly functioning system. As they say, it’s all in a day’s work.