Roof Inspections

In Southern Utah, your roof takes a beating that most homeowners never see from the ground. Temperatures above 106°F, UV index levels reaching 9–11 for months at a time, monsoon-season downpours, and spring wind gusts up to 60 mph — all of it quietly degrades tiles, shingles, flashing, and sealants. A professional roof inspection from Washington County Roof and Gutter Repair catches those problems before they turn into leaks, structural damage, or emergency repairs.

Our Inspection Process

Every inspection follows the same thorough, step-by-step approach that Uriah uses on his own properties:

1. Exterior walk-around — We check for visible damage from the ground: missing or shifted tiles, gutter separation, staining on fascia boards, and debris accumulation in valleys.
2. Roof surface inspection — We walk the roof (where safe) to examine every tile, shingle, flashing point, pipe boot, and ridge cap. We test sealants for UV degradation and check fasteners for loosening caused by thermal cycling.
3. Gutter and drainage check — Clogged or misaligned gutters cause water to back up under roofing materials. We verify that water flows freely and downspouts route away from the foundation.
4. Attic and underside review — When accessible, we look for daylight penetration, water stains, mold, insulation displacement, and ventilation issues that accelerate roof aging.
5. Photo-documented report — You receive a clear report with photos of every finding, our assessment of urgency, and specific recommendations — not a generic checklist.

Why Inspections Matter in Southern Utah

The desert climate accelerates roof aging in ways that aren't obvious until damage is already expensive. Daily temperature swings of 30–40°F cause tiles and shingles to expand and contract, gradually loosening fasteners and cracking sealant. UV radiation breaks down the polymer compounds in shingles and the rubber in pipe boots — materials that are rated for 20 years in Seattle might last 12 here. Monsoon storms then test every weak point at once, driving rain into gaps that barely existed a season ago.

An annual inspection catches these issues at the early stage, when a tube of sealant or a single tile replacement costs a fraction of what a full-section repair would.

Materials & Techniques We Check

Our inspections cover every roofing system common in Washington County: concrete and clay tile (the most common in St. George subdivisions), architectural and 3-tab asphalt shingles, metal roofing, and flat/low-slope modified bitumen systems. We know the specific failure modes for each material in our climate and check accordingly — tile mortar separation, shingle granule loss, metal fastener corrosion, and membrane blistering all get attention.

Signs You Need a Roof Inspection

• Water stains on interior ceilings or walls
• Tiles or shingle pieces in your yard after a storm
• Visible sagging or unevenness on the roof line
• Your roof is over 10 years old and hasn't been inspected recently
• You're buying or selling a home
• A recent hailstorm or wind event hit your area
• Energy bills have increased without explanation (could indicate ventilation problems)

Don't wait for a leak to tell you something is wrong. Contact Washington County Roof and Gutter Repair today to schedule your inspection — every estimate is free, and Uriah will walk you through exactly what your roof needs.