Pre-Hurricane Season Roof Inspection Checklist

Print this page and use it for a 20-minute walk-around of your property every May. Most items can be checked from the ground with binoculars. Anything you can't confirm visually is worth a free inspection from a licensed roofer.

Roof, from the ground

• No curling, lifting, or missing shingles visible
• No bald spots or significant granule loss
• Ridge cap intact and straight
• Flashing around chimney, skylights, and vents looks tight
• No daylight visible at roof-to-wall transitions
• Pipe boots (rubber collars around vent pipes) not cracked
• Soffit vents intact, no openings or pest damage
• Drip edge present along all eaves
• No moss, lichen, or algae streaking on south-facing slopes

Gutters and drainage

• Gutters securely attached, no sagging
• Gutters cleared of debris (rain test: water flows freely through downspouts)
• Downspouts direct water at least 4 feet from foundation
• No rust, holes, or split seams in gutter sections
• Splash blocks or extensions in place

Trees and yard

• No branches within 10 feet of any roof surface
• No dead or leaning trees within striking distance of the house
• Loose yard items identified (furniture, planters, grill, ladders) and a plan to secure or stow them
• Pool screen enclosure in good repair
• Fence panels secure (loose panels become projectiles)

Attic and interior

• No water stains on attic decking (underside of roof)
• No daylight visible through the deck
• Insulation dry, no dark rings indicating past leaks
• No water stains on ceilings or upper walls
• Plumbing vent pipes look sealed from the attic side

Documentation

• Wide-shot photos of roof from all four sides (saved with date)
• Close-up photos of any pre-existing concerns
• Photos of exterior walls and trim
• Permit history for the last roof replacement on file
• Current homeowners insurance policy reviewed and accessible

If anything failed

If any of the items above are unchecked or you're unsure, schedule a free professional inspection before the first named storm. We cover Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, and Hernando counties.

Call or text: (813) 696-3360 Email: roof@stormauth.com Online: stormauth.com/contact

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