Roof inspection questions after Houston wind and rain

Start with the conditions you observed and any recent leak symptoms. Ask how findings will be documented and what the estimate includes.

Take photos from safe locations and note what you saw after the weather passed. Ask the roofer to show the observed damage and the proposed repair scope in writing.

Contact Dekoven's Houston office to confirm service for your ZIP code and ask about the next step.

Inspect for the effects, not only the damage you can see

After a strong Houston storm, roof damage can be hard to spot from the ground. Missing shingles are obvious, but lifted tabs, displaced flashing and small punctures may only show up on a close look.

What to note before the inspection

The date of the storm and what you observed: wind, hail, heavy rain or debris.
Shingles, gutters or trim found in the yard.
New stains, drips or damp insulation, and when they appeared.
Earlier repairs or storm damage on the same roof.

Questions to ask the roofer

What did you check: shingles, flashing, vents, gutters and decking?
Can you show me photos of each finding and where it is on the roof?
Which items look recent and which look age-related?
What does the estimate include, and what is optional?

Keep the claims separate from the roofing facts

If you plan to talk with an insurance company, a dated report with photos is more useful than a verbal summary. The roofer documents the roof; the insurer decides coverage.

Contact Dekoven's Houston office to confirm service for your ZIP code before you plan around a visit.