First impressions last. That’s why if you’re planning to put up your home on the property market, it’s highly recommended that you make minor improvements to your exterior, which will leave a lasting first impression on prospective homebuyers. In particular, we recommend starting by scheduling an inspection for your roofing system, your home’s first line of defense against the elements.
Summit Roofing & Restoration, Inc., your trusted roofer, elaborates on the advantages of scheduling a roof inspection before selling your home below:
1. Inspections Can Detect Underlying Roofing Issues
A roof inspection can detect underlying roofing issues that can lower your home’s property value.
2. Detailed Inspection Reports Can Help You Negotiate a Better Price
In addition to searching for underlying roofing issues, your roofers will also assess the overall condition and estimate the remaining lifespan of your roof during the roof inspection. Details such as these can help you negotiate a better price for your property. For instance, if you can provide details showing your roof still has a long lifespan, they may be willing to pay more. Remember: the more you know about your roof’s condition, the more leverage you have in negotiations.
3. Scheduling a Roof Inspection Could Help Your Home Stand Out in a Competitive Property Market
Scheduling a roof inspection is a goodwill gesture that shows you’re willing to be upfront about your home’s actual condition.
Does Your Home Still Need a Roof Inspection After Undergoing a General Inspection?
We would still recommend scheduling a roof inspection. Since general home inspections aren’t as comprehensive as roof inspections, they might not be able to detect all the underlying issues in your roof.
One more thing: to make sure your roofers don’t miss anything during the inspection, make sure to vet them.
Summit Roofing & Restoration, Inc., a family-owned and -operated roofing company, offers a wide range of professional roofing services, including roof replacement and storm damage repair services. To get free estimate, call us at (731) 206-3821 or (901) 676-7449. You can also fill out this form.