Commercial Roof Inspection in Central Florida
Pre-purchase, due-diligence, post-storm, and warranty inspections with full photo documentation and written reports.
Inspections Trusted by Lenders, Insurers & Buyers
Sun State Solar and Roofing produces commercial roof inspection reports trusted by Central Florida property buyers, lenders, insurance adjusters, and warranty manufacturers. Joe McKenna or a senior team member walks every roof, documents every detail with photos, and produces a written report with condition ratings, remaining-useful-life estimates, identified deficiencies, and recommended repairs with itemized pricing. State-certified (CCC1334700), fully insured.
Inspection Types
- Pre-purchase — for buyers and investors. Identifies condition, remaining useful life, and any near-term capital expense before closing.
- Lender due-diligence — for commercial real estate financing. Specific report formats accepted by major lenders.
- Post-storm — after hurricanes and named storms. Critical for insurance claim documentation within carrier deadlines.
- Insurance underwriting — for new policy or renewal underwriting requirements.
- Warranty inspection — manufacturer-required periodic inspection to maintain warranty coverage.
- Routine — annual or semi-annual capital-planning inspections.
- Independent third-party — for warranty or insurance disputes where neutral assessment is required.
What's Included in a Sun State Commercial Inspection
- Full visual inspection of all roof surfaces — walked
- Drain, scupper, and overflow inspection
- Seam inspection (TPO heat-welds, mod-bit, BUR)
- Flashing inspection at walls, parapets, and curbs
- HVAC curb and penetration inspection
- Skylight perimeter and roof-mounted equipment inspection
- Photo documentation of all findings (typically 50-200 photos per inspection)
- Written report with condition ratings and remaining useful life
- Recommended repairs with itemized pricing
- Delivered within 48 hours of inspection
When a Commercial Roof Inspection Pays for Itself
The best time for an inspection is before money changes hands. On a purchase, a roof with five years left versus fifteen is a big swing in near-term capital expense, and a written remaining-useful-life estimate gives you something concrete to negotiate with. For lenders, a report from a state-certified roofing contractor documents condition for the file. After a storm, dated photos taken soon after the event support an insurance claim within the carrier's deadline.
Common Findings on Central Florida Commercial Roofs
The same issues come up on flat roofs across the region: ponding from blocked or undersized drains, seam separation on TPO and open laps on modified bitumen, cracked flashing at HVAC curbs and parapets, punctures from trade foot traffic, and wet insulation under the membrane. On metal roofs, it's backed-out fasteners, sealant wear and corrosion at cut edges. Each finding in the report comes with photos and a recommended fix with itemized pricing.
Small problems usually go straight to commercial roof repair. If the roof is sound but aging, a commercial roof maintenance contract is the cheapest way to extend its life, and inspections done as part of a maintenance contract are free. For system detail, see TPO roofing and commercial flat roof systems. Homeowners should see our residential roof inspection.
Frequently Asked Questions
Pre-purchase inspections for buyers, due-diligence inspections for lenders and investors, post-storm inspections for insurance claims, warranty inspections for manufacturers, and routine inspections for property owners.
Depends on building size and complexity. Small commercial flat roofs take 1-2 hours; large warehouse roofs may take a half day. Written report delivered within 48 hours.
Yes — our reports are produced by a Florida State Certified Roofing Contractor and accepted by lenders, insurance carriers, and warranty manufacturers.
Photos of all roof surfaces and key details, condition ratings, remaining-useful-life estimate, identified deficiencies, and recommended repairs with itemized pricing.
Standalone commercial inspections run $350-$1,500 depending on building size and complexity. Inspections done as part of a quote or maintenance contract are free.
Yes — we inspect any commercial roof system regardless of original installer. Independent third-party inspections are common for transactions and warranty disputes.
At least once a year, plus after any hurricane or named storm. Many manufacturer warranties require periodic inspections, and quarterly or biannual visits are standard under a maintenance contract. Older roofs and buildings with a lot of rooftop equipment benefit from more frequent checks.
Each problem appears in the written report with photos, a description, and a recommended repair with itemized pricing. You decide what to do and when. Some items are urgent, like an open seam over occupied space; others can be planned into next year's budget. The remaining-useful-life estimate helps with that planning.
"Sun State Solar and Roofing did an absolutely amazing job on my roof. Joe made sure to communicate from start to finish. They knew I had small children and dogs, so they did an extra sweep to be sure no nails got left behind. If you need a new roof, these are your people. Professional and proficient."
"Highly recommend Sun State Solar & Roofing. Professional and excellent service from initial quote to finished roof. The crew took care to protect landscaping and outside areas while removing the existing roof. They did a great job of cleaning up around the house. My neighbors gave me so many compliments — they said it looks like a new house!"
"The level of professionalism and care that Joe McKenna and his team provided me was extraordinary! I know my roof install was done properly and will last me for many years to come. If I ever have the need for roof repair or replacement again, I know I will call Sun State Solar and Roofing first!"