Your roof is the most expensive exterior system on your home, and it degrades silently. UV radiation bakes the granule coating off asphalt shingles. Thermal cycling cracks sealant at flashing transitions. Wind lifts shingle edges and loosens ridge cap. Hitchins Roofing & Maintenance's roof inspection catches all of this before it becomes a $15,000 emergency.
We inspect the roof in three stages. First, we walk the entire surface — checking shingles for wear, flashing for gaps, and all penetrations for seal integrity. Second, we examine the perimeter — drip edge, eave condition, gutter attachment, fascia and soffit condition. Third, we go into the attic — checking ventilation, insulation, and looking for moisture, mold, or daylight showing through the roof deck.
Our Roof Inspection Process
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We'll confirm your inspection date and time. Let us know the purpose — annual maintenance, home sale, insurance claim, or post-storm — so our inspector brings the right checklist and documentation forms.
Surface Inspection
Our inspector walks every section of the roof. Shingles checked for cracking, curling, buckling, missing tabs, and granule loss. All flashing inspected — chimney, pipe boots, vent boots, step flashing, counter-flashing, valleys. Ridge cap and ridge vents examined. Drip edge condition noted.
Attic & Ventilation Check
We enter the attic to check from below. Soffit vent airflow verified. Ridge vent continuity checked. Insulation levels measured. Roof deck inspected for moisture stains, mold, daylight, or sagging between rafters. This catches problems the surface walk can't see.
Report & Recommendations
You receive a written report with annotated photos within 48 hours. Findings prioritized by urgency: critical (active leaks, failed flashing), moderate (worn shingles, marginal ventilation), and low (cosmetic, long-term maintenance). Repair estimates included.
What Hitchins Customers Say
"Our neighbors recommended them and now we understand why. Meticulous attention to detail and they treated our home like it was their own."
"Responded fast and got the job done right the first time. Crew was polite, professional, and cleaned up everything. Would absolutely hire again."
"From the first phone call to the final walkthrough, everything was seamless. The team was courteous and efficient. Already recommended them to two friends."
Why Choose Hitchins Roofing & Maintenance for Roof Inspection?
Full Roofline + Attic
We inspect above and below — roof surface, flashing, perimeter, gutters, AND attic ventilation, insulation, and moisture. Most inspectors skip the attic. We don't.
Insurance-Ready Reports
Our storm damage inspection reports include date of loss, affected areas, damage indicators, and scope of repair in the format insurance adjusters accept.
Photo-Documented Report
Every finding photographed and keyed to a roof diagram. No vague summaries. You see exactly what we found, exactly where it is, and exactly how serious it is.
24+ Years Inspecting Hitchins Roofs
We know how KY weather affects roofing materials. We know what to look for in this climate. That experience shows in the thoroughness and accuracy of our reports.