Roof Inspection with Low Slope Issues Identifies Several Potential Roof Leaks
Shingles roofs are not meant to cover the low slope of flat roof sections. A low slope roof is considered 2:12 or more minor. This roof is a 1:12 slope. Shingles are not a material we recommend for this low of a sloped roof. Leaks can occur because the water does not drain off the roof fast enough.
Roof vent system
- 1Roof ventilation appears adequate
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Flat roof portion inspection
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- Asphalt on low slope roof
- Guttering appears functional
- Evidence of leaks beneath deck
- Hot tar or similar product on Flat Roof
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- 2Guttering appears functional
Go To Pin - 3Evidence of leaks beneath deckGo To Pin
- 4Hot tar or similar product on Flat Roof
In this photo, you can see that a tar-like substance has been applied to this small section of Flat Roof. This is an acceptable solution but may need to be coated again in the near future.Go To Pin
Here, you can see that moss and buildup on the low slope portion under the deck. It would be suggested to replace this portion of the roof with a commercial membrane or coating. The asphalt in this section appears to have some minor leaks. Service to this area will likely require removal of a portion if not all of the deck
Here, you can see the water has infiltrated the roof beneath the deck. It is unclear if these are old stains or new, but likely active upon inspecting the roofing underneath.
Roof inspection for potential buyer
- 1Change of pitch with flashing issueGo To Pin
- 2Chimney flashingGo To Pin
- 3Trees touching the roofGo To Pin
- 4Moss and fungus present on shingles
In this photo, you can see the presence of lichen and fungal growth. This is very common and is known to damage shingles over time.
Go To Pin - 5Loose gutter at front of house
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