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Roof history review
Bring together records of previous roofing work.
What to discuss
Existing invoices, reports, and photographs can help explain the history of your roof.
Before the warning
A little planning.
Before the weather.
In this simulated scenario, a Severe Thunderstorm Watch includes part of the service area. Hail is possible, but a watch does not mean it will occur at your property.
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Simulated watch
Possibility. Not a prediction for your home.Severe Thunderstorm WatchExample only · no real alert
About this scenario01 / YOUR STARTING POINT
Good information.
A clearer next step.
Begin with the question you have.
Understand the options before deciding.
02
Inspection inquiries
Ask what a roof assessment involves.
What to discuss
Ask about the scope of the assessment, its costs, and how findings will be shared.
03
Maintenance questions
Discuss existing concerns and maintenance needs.
What to discuss
Describe the concern and when you first noticed it. Ask how priorities will be evaluated.
04
Visit planning
Confirm the provider’s process, terms, and scheduling.
What to discuss
A conversation does not confirm a visit. Agree on arrangements directly with the provider.
02 / Before the warning
Have the
details ready.
Existing roof records can make a future conversation more useful. Bring together information you already have about the roof’s age, materials, previous repairs, and unresolved concerns.
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Gather existing invoices, reports, and photographs.
Use the documentation you already have.
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Note questions about previous work.
Include anything you would like explained or assessed.
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Keep the contractor’s contact information with your records.
Confirm current details directly with your chosen provider.
A NOTE ON WEATHER & YOUR HOME
A warning describes an area.
An assessment considers your roof.