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Roof Inspection

Know exactly what shape your roof is in — a thorough, no-pressure inspection from licensed roofers (Lic. #1092628) serving Southern California.

We inspect the roof, flashing, and attic — and tell you if it’s fine.

Photos and clear findings you can actually use, not a sales pitch.

Licensed (Lic. #1092628), bonded, and fully insured inspectors and crews.

Professional Roof Inspection in Los Angeles

A roof inspection is how you replace guesswork with facts — before buying a home, after a windstorm, or when you simply want to know how many years you have left. Hollywood Contractor Corp is a licensed roofing contractor (CSLB #1092628) inspecting roofs throughout Los Angeles County. We assess the covering, the flashing and every penetration, the drainage, and the attic underneath, where daylight through the deck or damp insulation tells the real story. You get photographs, a written report, a remaining-life estimate, and a clear split between what is urgent and what can wait. Plenty of our inspections end with us saying the roof is fine. Explore our roofing services.

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When You Should Get a Roof Inspection

A roof rarely fails without warning. These are the moments when an inspection pays for itself.

  • Before buying or selling a home
  • After a major windstorm or heavy rain
  • When the roof is 15+ years old
  • Before filing an insurance claim
  • When you see stains on interior ceilings
  • Every few years as routine maintenance

What We Inspect

A real inspection covers far more than a look at the shingles from the driveway.

  • Shingles, tiles, or membrane condition
  • Flashing at walls, chimneys, and skylights
  • Pipe boots, vents, and penetrations
  • Gutters, drip edge, and drainage
  • Attic for leaks, daylight, and moisture
  • Ventilation and insulation condition
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What You Get From Us

You get information you can act on — not pressure to buy a new roof.

  • Written report — findings in plain language
  • Photo documentation — so you can see what we saw
  • Remaining life estimate — how many years you likely have
  • Prioritized issues — what’s urgent vs. what can wait
  • Repair options — with clear, fixed pricing
  • Honest advice — including “your roof is fine”

Types of Roof Inspections We Perform

Different situations call for different levels of detail. We match the inspection to why you need it.

  • Real-estate / pre-purchase — know what you’re buying.
  • Storm-damage assessment — documented for insurance.
  • Maintenance inspection — catch small issues early.
  • Leak investigation — find the true source of a leak.
  • Pre-listing inspection — avoid surprises in escrow.
  • Post-repair verification — confirm the work held up.

Our Roof Inspection Process

A careful, methodical look at the whole roof system — top and bottom — then a clear explanation.

1

Schedule the Visit

We set a time that works and show up when we say we will.

2

Roof & Attic Inspection

We inspect the roof surface, every flashing and penetration, and the attic below.

3

Photo Documentation

We photograph the condition and any problem areas so you can see them yourself.

4

Report & Recommendations

You get a written report with findings, priorities, and clear options.

Why Homeowners Choose Hollywood Contractor Corp

The point of an inspection is the truth about your roof. We give you that, with photos, whether or not it leads to work for us.

  • Licensed, bonded & insured (Lic. #1092628)
  • Free, no-pressure inspections
  • We’ll tell you if your roof is fine
  • Photos and a written report
  • Attic inspection, not just the surface
  • Local crews who know LA weather patterns
  • Clear, fixed pricing on any repairs
  • Hundreds of completed LA-area projects

How Much Does Roof Inspection Cost?

Standard roof inspections for homeowners are free. Paid inspections apply when you need documentation a third party will rely on.

Scope of work Typical LA range What it covers
Homeowner inspection Free Full roof and attic assessment with findings explained and a quote if work is needed.
Real-estate / pre-purchase $250 – $650 Written report with photos and a remaining-life estimate, suitable for escrow.
Storm damage documentation $300 – $800 Photographed findings prepared for an insurance claim.
Maintenance inspection Free – $350 Periodic check on an ageing roof to catch problems while they are still small.
Post-repair verification Free Confirming earlier work has held up.

A dedicated roof inspection is worth more than the roof section of a general home inspection, which is often done from the ground or the edge of the roof and rarely includes the attic.

When to Get Your Roof Inspected

Roofs rarely fail without warning. These are the moments when an inspection earns its keep.

Inspect now

  • Before buying or selling a property
  • After a windstorm or heavy rain
  • Roof is 15+ years old
  • Any interior water staining
  • Before a solar installation
  • Before filing an insurance claim

What we check

  • Shingle, tile, or membrane condition
  • Flashing at every penetration and transition
  • Pipe boots, vents, and skylights
  • Gutters, drip edge, and drainage
  • Attic for daylight, damp, and staining
  • Ventilation and insulation condition

The attic tells the real story — an inspection that skips it is missing half the evidence.

Types of Inspection Compared

Different situations call for different levels of documentation. We match the inspection to why you need it.

Option Best for Expected life Relative cost
Visual assessment General peace of mind Baseline Free
Pre-purchase report Buying a home Negotiating evidence $$
Insurance documentation Storm damage claims Claim support $$
Maintenance check Roofs over 15 years Preventative Free/$
Leak investigation An active, untraced leak Diagnostic Free/$

If you only want to know how many years your roof has left before you budget for replacement, the free assessment answers that. Paid reports exist for when someone else needs to rely on the findings.

What to Expect During the Project

A residential roof inspection takes about 45 to 90 minutes, and you get the findings before we leave.

Stage Typical timing What happens
Ground & perimeter 10 min Roof lines, gutters, and visible damage assessed from ground level.
On-roof assessment 20–40 min Surface, flashing, penetrations, and problem areas inspected and photographed.
Attic inspection 15–25 min Checking for daylight, damp insulation, staining, and ventilation problems.
Findings walkthrough 10–15 min We show you the photographs and explain what we found, in plain language.
Written report 1–3 days Documented findings where a written report was requested.

Plenty of our inspections conclude the roof is fine and needs nothing. You should be wary of any inspector whose findings never reach that conclusion.

How to Choose a Contractor

Roof inspection work is largely invisible once it is finished, which is exactly why standards vary so widely. A few things reliably separate a proper job from an expensive patch.

Good signs

  • An active CSLB licence you can verify online
  • A written, itemised, fixed-price scope
  • They explain the cause, not just the fix
  • Realistic timelines rather than optimistic ones
  • A workmanship warranty in writing
  • They actually get on the roof and into the attic
  • They will tell you the roof is fine when it is

Warning signs

  • A quote given without a proper site visit
  • Pressure to sign today for a discount
  • Large cash deposits up front
  • The same solution proposed for every home
  • Vague allowances instead of fixed pricing
  • Every inspection concluding you need a new roof

Hollywood Contractor Corp holds CSLB licence #1092628 — verify it, and any contractor you are considering, with the California State License Board.


Roof Inspection FAQs

How much does a roof inspection cost?

Our standard roof inspection is free for homeowners considering repair or replacement. For specialized needs — such as a detailed real-estate or insurance-documentation report — there may be a fee, which we’ll tell you about up front before scheduling.

How long does a roof inspection take?

Most residential roof inspections take about 45 minutes to an hour and a half, depending on the size and complexity of the roof and whether the attic is accessible. We’ll walk you through what we found before we leave.

Do you go into the attic?

Yes, whenever it’s accessible. The attic often tells the real story — daylight through the deck, damp insulation, or water tracks along the rafters reveal problems you simply cannot see from the surface.

How often should a roof be inspected?

A good rule is every two to three years for a newer roof, and annually once it passes about 15 years. You should also have it inspected after any major windstorm or heavy rain event, and before buying or selling a home.

Will you tell me my roof is bad just to sell me a new one?

No. A large share of the inspections we do end with us telling the homeowner the roof is in good shape and needs nothing. You get photos and a written report so you can judge the evidence for yourself.

Can you inspect my roof for an insurance claim?

Yes. We document storm damage with photos and written findings that you can submit to your insurer, and we’re happy to talk with your adjuster about what we found.

Do I need an inspection before buying a house?

It’s a very good idea. A general home inspection often covers the roof only briefly from the ground or the edge. A dedicated roof inspection tells you the remaining life and what repairs to expect — useful information during negotiation.

What if you find a problem?

We prioritize it for you: what needs attention now, what can wait, and what’s merely cosmetic. If you want us to fix it, we’ll give you a clear, fixed-price quote — with no obligation.

What Our Customers Say

Don’t just take our word for it — here’s what LA-area homeowners say about working with Hollywood Contractor Corp.

Want to Know the Real Condition of Your Roof?

Schedule a free, no-pressure roof inspection. We’ll check the roof and attic, document everything with photos, and give you an honest assessment.

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