Central Florida Roof Inspections

Real Roof Inspections — Not a Drive-By

A proper roof inspection means climbing the roof, looking at every surface, every penetration, every flashing detail, and every valley — and documenting it with photos. Sun State Solar and Roofing produces inspection reports trusted by insurance adjusters, homebuyers, and property managers across Central Florida. Joe McKenna or a senior team member performs every inspection personally.

The difference between a real inspection and a drive-by matters most in three situations: pre-purchase (you don't want to inherit a $20,000 surprise after closing), post-storm (insurers expect proper documentation within their claim window), and at insurance renewal time (Florida insurers are increasingly requiring certified inspections before they'll continue coverage).

Inspection Types

• Pre-purchase — for buyers. Reveals issues general home inspectors miss because they don't climb the roof.
• Post-storm — after hurricanes, named storms, or significant wind events. Critical for insurance claim documentation.
• Insurance-required — for renewal or new policy underwriting. Includes the specific documentation Florida insurers require.
• Routine — annual or biannual maintenance inspections to catch problems early.
• Listing inspections — for sellers who want to disclose condition or pre-empt buyer concerns.

What's Included in a Sun State Inspection

• Full visual inspection of all roof surfaces — walked, not just observed from ground
• Detailed flashing inspection — chimneys, skylights, walls, transitions
• Valley, ridge, and penetration inspection
• Attic underside inspection where accessible (decking, framing, evidence of leaks)
• Photo documentation of every finding
• Written report delivered within 24-48 hours
• Repair recommendations with itemized pricing if issues found

What a Roof Inspection Looks For in Central Florida

Florida roofs fail in predictable places, so a good roof inspection checks them on purpose. On shingle roofs: granule loss, cracking and curling, tabs lifted by wind, and pipe boots that dry out after 8-12 years. On tile: cracked or slipped tiles, and signs that the underlayment beneath, which typically needs replacement every 25-30 years, is reaching its end. On metal: loose fasteners, panel and seam movement, and sealant at penetrations. On every roof: flashing at walls, chimneys and skylights, valleys holding debris, and soffit and fascia showing water damage.

Inside, where there's attic access, we look at the underside of the decking for staining, soft spots and daylight. A slow leak often shows up there long before a ceiling stain does.

Post-Storm and Insurance Inspections

After a hurricane or named storm, damage isn't always visible from the ground. Shingles can look flat from the street with their seal already broken. An inspection soon after the storm gives you dated photos to support a claim within your insurer's window, and if a claim makes sense, we handle the documentation and meet the adjuster on-site.

After the Inspection

You get a written report with photos within 24-48 hours. If we find problems, the report includes repair recommendations with itemized pricing, so you can decide what to do: a small roof repair, ongoing roof maintenance, or, if the roof is near the end of its life, a roof replacement planned on your schedule instead of after a leak. Own a commercial building? Our commercial roof inspection covers flat-roof systems, drains and rooftop equipment.

Frequently Asked Questions