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Many lenders require that roofs be certified when a previously owned home is purchased. Roofing contractors usually inspect the roof, determine if any repairs need to be made, then if possible will certify the roof, usually for two years. If the roof leaks within that period, the roofing company, which certified the roof, will repair the leak free of charge.

Many roofs need to be replaced prematurely due to moisture damage from leaks and improper installation. Thermal infrared inspections are non-contact, non-destructive testing procedures. This technology is used in finding damaged portions of the roofing structure so they can be repaired before water damage rots the entire roof.

Protect Your Investment with a Professional House Inspection

Depending on the type of financing you choose, there should be either two or three separate inspections of the home you want to purchase. The first should be your own basic inspection (see the bottom of this page for what to look for), the second should be a professional whole-house inspection by a reputable person. Should you select a government loan (FHA or VA), the third inspection should come at the time of the appraisal, which to some degree amounts to a "mini-inspection." Do not, however, rely on this appraisal as your only inspection of the property!