Roof Inspections Illinois | IJG Construction LLC

Inspection Types

Types of Roof Inspections We Provide

Pre-Purchase Inspection

Buying a home in the Chicago area? A dedicated roof inspection by a licensed contractor — separate from your general home inspection — gives you the expert detail you need before committing to a purchase. We provide written reports that can be used in price negotiations or to require seller repairs before closing.

Pre-Sale Inspection

Selling your Illinois home? Know the condition of your roof before listing — avoid last-minute surprises that can delay or kill your sale. Our pre-sale inspection identifies issues you can address proactively, supporting your asking price and giving buyers confidence.

Post-Storm Inspection

After a severe storm, our inspectors assess all hail, wind, and debris damage and provide documented findings to support your insurance claim. Our detailed storm damage reports are formatted to align with insurer requirements and maximize your settlement.

Annual Maintenance Inspection

Illinois's demanding climate recommends annual or bi-annual roof inspections. Catching minor issues — loose flashing, a few lifted shingles, beginning granule loss — before they become major problems saves thousands in repair costs over time.

What We Check

Our Comprehensive Inspection Process

Roof Surface & Covering

Shingle condition: granule loss, cracking, curling, missing tabs

Hail damage: impact dents, circular bruising, granule displacement

Ridge and hip cap integrity

Valley flashing and waterproofing

Estimated remaining useful life

Flashing & Penetrations

Chimney flashing: step, counter, and cap flashings

Pipe boots, vent stacks, and skylight seals

Drip edge installation and condition

Structural & Attic

Roof decking: moisture staining, soft spots, rot

Rafters and structural members

Attic ventilation adequacy

Insulation condition and coverage

Gutters & Drainage

Gutter attachment and pitch

Downspout discharge locations

Hail damage to metal surfaces (gutters, vents)

Overall drainage efficiency

FAQ

Inspection FAQs

Most residential roof inspections take 45–90 minutes depending on the roof size, pitch, and complexity. We take our time to conduct a thorough inspection — not a drive-by assessment.

Yes — every inspection includes a detailed written report with photographs documenting all findings. This report can be used for real estate transactions, insurance claim filing, or simply for your own records and maintenance planning.

We recommend annual inspections for Illinois homeowners, particularly after the spring storm season (May–July) when hail and severe weather are most common. Also schedule an inspection if your home is more than 10 years old and you've never had one, or following any significant storm event.

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