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Start with what your roof is telling you.

You do not need to diagnose the problem before calling. Tell SCS what you have noticed, then review the findings and recommended next steps with a project manager.

Roofer working on a residential shingle roof

Northshore & Greater New Orleans

Explore inspection checkpoints
Know what needs workPhotos and explained findings
Know what you’re buyingMaterials, scope and price in writing
Know who answers for itA named project manager through completion

Bring the concern, not a diagnosis

A leak, visible damage, recent storm or an aging roof can all start the conversation. Explain where and when you noticed the issue, along with any previous repair history you know.

  • Where water or damage is visible
  • When the issue started and whether it changes with the weather
  • Previous repairs and any available records
  • Questions about repair, replacement or planning ahead

What you don’t see matters.

See the parts that can help explain a roof concern. These checkpoints illustrate questions to discuss; access and the agreed inspection scope determine what can be reviewed at your property.

What an inspection looks for

3D roof inspection cutaway showing surface
01 / Surface
Details vary by project.

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01 / Surface

Start with the visible condition.

The covering can show wear, displaced material or other concerns. An inspection connects what is visible with the issue you have described, rather than deciding from appearance alone.

Ask before you commit

What does the visible condition tell us, and what still needs a closer look?

02 / Transitions

Look where materials meet.

Edges, valleys and roof penetrations are important places to discuss when tracing water entry. The gold details identify example checkpoints, not diagnosed damage.

Ask before you commit

Which transitions could explain the concern at my home?

03 / Below the roof

Ask what can be checked underneath.

The cutaway exposes supporting layers and the attic. Ask what is accessible and included, how ventilation is considered, and how any limits on the inspection will be explained.

Ask before you commit

What can be reviewed beneath the covering, and what cannot be confirmed yet?

04 / Findings

Turn observations into a clear next step.

Ask to see the documented findings, the reasons behind a recommendation and the scope of any proposed work. A model is a learning tool; your own property needs its own review.

Ask before you commit

Can you show me the findings and explain the recommended next step?

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Understand the findings

The purpose of the inspection is to establish the condition and explain a sensible next step. Review the photos and findings with your project manager, including any areas that could not be assessed and what would be needed to understand them.

  • Observed condition and supporting photos
  • The reason behind the recommendation
  • Repair and replacement considerations where both are viable
  • What remains uncertain or requires further review

Decide after the condition is explained

Requesting an inspection starts a conversation about the property. Before authorizing construction, review the written work, materials, exclusions and price. Ask what changes would need your approval if additional damage is discovered.

Prepare for the visit

Share the property location and access arrangements when scheduling is confirmed. Photos taken from the ground or inside the home can help explain your concern; there is no need to climb onto the roof to prepare a request.

Common questions

Do I need to know whether the roof needs repair or replacement?

No. Describe the problem you see. The assessment and explained findings come before a recommendation about the work.

What should I put in the inspection request?

Include the property ZIP code, the concern, when you noticed it and any access details. Mention an active leak so SCS understands the situation before the conversation.

Does an inspection determine an insurance outcome?

An inspection documents the roof condition. Coverage and claim decisions are separate matters for your insurer; the inspection is not a promise of coverage or payment.

Before you commit.

Get a free on-site estimate. See what needs attention, why the work is recommended and what is included in the price, so you can make a decision you understand.

  • Photos that explain the condition
  • Materials, scope and price in writing
  • A final walkthrough of the completed work
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Tell us about the roofing.

A few practical details help SCS prepare for the first conversation.

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