How Often Should You Inspect Your Roof in Clarksville?

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We have been inspecting roofs in Clarksville since 2003. We have a simple recommendation:

twice a year, plus after major storms. This schedule catches problems early, when they are

cheap to x.

This article covers inspection frequency. Why it matters. And how to make it easy. Call (931)

666-1469 for a free inspection.

The Recommended Inspection Schedule

Let us be specific. Different roof ages need different frequencies.

New roof (0 to 5 years). Inspect once per year in spring. Check for installation issues (nail

pops, missing shingles, flashing gaps). Check for storm damage (hail, wind). A new roof should

have few problems, but we have seen installation mistakes on brand new roofs.

Mid-life roof (6 to 12 years). Inspect twice per year (spring and fall). This is when problems

start. Granule loss on south slopes. Vent boots cracking. Flashing lifting. Curled shingles.

Frequently Asked Questions

Catching these early is cheap. A $175 vent boot replacement now saves a $2,000 decking

repair later.

Aging roof (13 to 18 years). Inspect twice per year plus after every major storm. This roof is

on borrowed time. Granule loss is signi cant. Shingles are brittle. One hailstorm can nish it

o . You need to catch problems early so you can plan your replacement budget.

Flat roof (any age). Inspect twice per year plus after every heavy rain. Flat roofs are more

prone to leaks. Seams fail. Ponding water degrades the membrane. We check for blisters,

punctures, and seam separation.

After any storm with hail (quarter-sized or larger) or wind over 50 mph. Call us. We will do an

emergency inspection. Damage may not be visible from the ground. We have found hail

damage on roofs that looked ne from the street.

Before selling or buying a home. Always get a professional inspection. Do not rely on the

home inspector's general inspection. They look from the ground with binoculars. We walk the

roof.

Fort Campbell families, if you are deployed, ask a neighbor or family member to check the roof

after storms. Or schedule our automatic inspection service. We will call you in spring and fall.

How to Make Inspections Easy (Step by Step)

1. Set calendar reminders. Put it in your phone: April 1 and October 1. Those are inspection

dates. Also add "after hailstorm" as a reminder to check.

1. Do a ground check yourself. Walk around your house. Look for missing shingles, sagging

gutters, and debris. Take photos with your phone. Compare to last year's photos.

1. Check your attic. Once a month during heavy rain, go up and look for drips. Also look for

light coming through the decking on a sunny day.

1. Call us for the real inspection. We do free inspections. We get on the roof. We nd what

you cannot see. We use a 32-point checklist.

1. Keep a log. Write down inspection dates and findings. Take photos and save them. This

helps you track the roof's aging and helps with insurance claims.

Why Hire Clarksville Roofing Co for Regular Inspections?

We offer a maintenance plan. For $250 per year, we inspect your roof twice a year, clean your

gutters, and make minor repairs (under $100 value). That is cheap insurance against a $12,500

roof replacement.

If you prefer pay-as-you-go, our inspections are free. But you have to remember to call us. We

will not call you (unless you sign up for reminders).

For Fort Campbell families, we offer automatic scheduling. We call you in spring and fall. You

do not have to remember. We also work around your duty hours.

Frequently Asked Questions

A: You can look for obvious problems (missing shingles, sagging). But you will miss curled

shingles (only visible from above), granule loss (need close up), and failed flashings (need to

see gaps). You need a professional on the roof.