Roof Inspections in Irving: Know the Condition Before You Need To
A roof inspection turns guesses into a clear record. It is the cheapest way to plan repairs, settle a storm question or go into a home sale with facts.
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Good times to book an inspection
After any storm with hail or strong wind, even if nothing leaks yet.
Before you buy a house, so the roof is not a surprise after closing.
Before you list a house, so you can fix issues on your terms.
Before installing solar panels on the roof.
When a roof passes about two decades on its shingles, as a yearly check.
When you see stains, granules in the gutters or shingles on the lawn.
What Irving's records suggest about timing
NOAA's Storm Prediction Center logged 80 hail reports within 10 miles of Irving from 2015 through 2024. Twelve were 1.75 inches or larger, and they came in 2018, 2021 and 2024. In a place where large hail returns every few years, a check after each major storm keeps your record current.
Half of the homes in Irving were built before 1986 (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024). On homes around 40 years old, an inspection should go past the shingles to the deck, the vents and the flashing, which may never have been replaced. And with 38 percent of homes owner-occupied, many inspections here are requested by landlords or by buyers checking a rental before they commit.
What a full inspection covers
Shingles or panels
Each slope is checked for hail hits, wind lift, cracks, curling and granule loss.
Flashing and penetrations
Chimneys, walls, vents and skylights are where most leaks begin.
Gutters and edges
Dents, sagging runs and soft fascia point to drainage trouble.
Attic
Stains, damp insulation and ventilation tell what the roof surface cannot. See how roof ventilation protects your home.
Photo report
You get photos of what was found, so the findings are easy to share and compare with the next visit.
After the inspection
Review the photos
Go slope by slope and ask what each issue means for the roof.
Sort by urgency
Active leaks and open flashing come first. Cosmetic wear can wait.
Share it if needed
Buyers, sellers and insurers can all use the same photo record. Our post on what a roof inspection after hail includes explains more.
Buying or selling a house in Irving
For a buyer, the roof is one of the most expensive parts of a house to fix after closing. A roofer's inspection tells you whether you are looking at routine upkeep or a replacement in the near term, and whether hail from a past storm was ever repaired. That gives you something concrete to discuss before you sign.
For a seller, an inspection before listing removes surprises. You can repair small issues on your own schedule, keep the photos and receipts, and hand buyers a clear record instead of waiting for their inspector to find problems. GemSco is family owned, fully licensed and insured, and estimates are free. Learn more about our roof inspection service.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often should I have my Irving roof inspected?
Once a year is a sensible baseline for older roofs, plus a check after any storm with hail or high wind. Irving saw hail of 1.75 inches or larger in 2018, 2021 and 2024, so a post-storm inspection is common here. Estimates from GemSco are free.
Is a home inspection the same as a roof inspection?
Not quite. A general home inspector often looks at the roof from the ground or a ladder. A roofer walks the slopes where it is safe, checks flashing and penetrations up close and documents hail hits with photos. Many buyers order both.
Do I need to be home for the inspection?
It helps if someone can open the attic access, since the attic often shows leaks and ventilation issues the roof surface hides. For a rental, the owner or manager usually arranges access with the tenant.
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