As a basic habit, it’s wise to have your roof checked once a year, and also after any major storm, hail, or extreme weather event. You don’t always need a full professional inspection; sometimes a visual check from a safe distance or from inside the attic is enough to spot early signs.
Look for missing or broken shingles, sagging areas, piles of debris, blocked gutters, or any spots where water might pool. Inside the house, check ceilings and upper walls for damp patches, stains or mould, which can hint at slow leaks.
In older homes or areas with harsh climates, a professional roofer’s inspection every few years is a good investment. Catching cracked flashing, loose tiles or early rot before they become actual leaks usually costs far less than repairing full-blown damage later. Roofs rarely fail overnight; they quietly ask for attention first.
