Roof Inspection in San Antonio, TX for Hail, Wind and Hidden Damage

Ruff Roofing advertises free roof inspections on its Texas service pages. Call (346) 339-3405 to confirm that the free visit covers your San Antonio address and what the report includes. Ask about photo documentation and drone checks up front, so you know exactly what you will receive before anyone climbs onto the roof.

An inspection checks shingles, flashing, vents, gutters, valleys, penetrations and decking from the roof surface and the attic. Ruff Roofing can use drone images, infrared scans and photo reports to find hidden moisture and hail bruising. The photos show what needs repair now and what can safely wait.

Schedule it within days of the storm, ideally before you sign any repair contract. Hail bruises and lifted shingles often hide from the ground, and damaged roofs can leak weeks later. Texas insurers expect prompt claims, so early photos help. Book once the storm passes and the roof is dry enough to inspect safely.

Yes, Ruff Roofing inspects San Antonio commercial buildings, including flat and low-slope roofs. Inspectors look at membrane seams, ponding water, drains, flashing and rooftop equipment. Property managers can request a report for maintenance planning, lease records or insurance. Visits can be planned around business hours.

Yes. Dated photos of hail hits, lifted shingles and damaged flashing document your roof's condition for the insurer. The Texas Department of Insurance recommends photos and video, and notes that the policyholder, not the contractor, handles the claim. An inspection report supports your claim but does not guarantee approval or payment.

Many Texas roofers offer free inspections, while independent roof inspectors and insurance or real estate inspections usually charge a flat fee that rises with roof size, pitch and report detail. Ask what is included, such as photos, drone views and a written report, and if the fee is credited toward repairs. Compare two or three providers.

Yes. Most roofing contractors inspect roofs, often for free, to find leaks, storm damage and wear before quoting repairs or replacement. A roofer's inspection helps with repair planning, while a separate independent inspector can give an unbiased report for a home sale or insurance dispute. Ask for photos and written findings before booking.

Most residential roof inspections take roughly 30 to 60 minutes, depending on roof size, pitch and attic access. Drone and infrared scans add some time, and large commercial roofs take longer. Report timing varies by company, so ask when your photos and findings will arrive and who will walk you through them.

Inspect your roof at least once a year and after any major hail or wind event. San Antonio's heavy storms and intense summer heat age shingles quickly, so a spring or fall check works well. Roofs over 15 years old, or with earlier storm damage, deserve a closer look before each storm season. Ask for a written report each time.

No. A home inspection gives a general look at the whole house, and the inspector usually spends limited time on the roof. A roof inspection focuses on shingles, flashing, vents and decking in detail, often with photos. Buyers in San Antonio often order both before closing on an older home, especially one with an aging roof.