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Buying A House? What To Look For In A Roof

Are you looking for the home of your dreams? Want to make sure it is in the best condition possible prior to putting in your offer? When it comes to buying a new home, there are many things you should be keeping an eye out for. This includes the roof of the home. Why is the roof so important? What should you be looking out for? Today, we’ll be covering these questions. Have additional questions? Interested in scheduling roofing services in Valparaiso or the surrounding areas of the Florida Panhandle? Reach out to Timberman Roofing today, we’d be more than happy to assist with any of your roofing needs.


Picture of A Florida Panhandle Roof on A Home

Why Is The Roof So Important?

As mentioned above, there are quite a few things you should be checking out about a home before you decide to buy it, especially the roof. But, why is the roof so important when it comes to your home? Without a roof to your structure, there is no protection. A poorly maintained/damaged roof can be at risk for various damages. Water damage being one of the main issues that can occur, including:


  1. Water damage can begin to occur throughout the home, including ceilings, walls, rafters and more.

  2. Mold formation which can cause a wide range of health problems.

  3. Water can rot the roof beams, leading to very costly replacement.


None of the above issues are a quick and easy fix, often requiring a lot of money to deal with. Dealing with unexpected costs once you’ve purchased your home is the last thing you want to do. We recommend thoroughly checking the roof over or hiring a roofing expert near you to provide a professional inspection.


What To Look For In a Roof Before Buying a Home

  1. Damaged Shingles

  2. Missing Shingles

  3. Blocked Gutters

  4. Ceiling Stains

  5. Age of Roof


How Can Timberman Roofing Help?

Timberman Roofing proudly offers free roofing inspections (and quotes if any work is needed) throughout the Florida Panhandle, including Walton, Okaloosa, Santa Rosa, Escambia, and even Bay counties. Best of all, we'll actually climb up on your roof to look around, unlike many other companies these days that use drones or even satellite images which can miss important details.


Contact Our Valparaiso Roofing Company Today

Purchasing your dream home? Want an inspection of your roof prior to buying? Already bought a home and think you may need roofing services nearby? Regardless of your roofing needs, Timberman Roofing would be happy to assist.

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