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A thorough roof inspection in Lubbock covers the shingles, flashing, vents and other penetrations, valleys, gutters and the attic, with dated photos of what was found. Texas Roof Pros inspects after hailstorms, before home purchases and on a yearly maintenance schedule, and tells you plainly what needs work now and what can wait.
Most roof trouble starts small: a lifted shingle, a cracked pipe boot, a valley packed with grit. Caught early, these are simple fixes; left through a Lubbock summer, they become wet decking and stained ceilings.
If we find a problem, you'll know whether it calls for a targeted roof repair or something bigger, with photos either way.
Signs It's Time for a Roof Inspection
Hail in your neighborhood
If hail dented cars or gutters on your street, your roof took hits too. Bruised shingles are hard to see from the ground, so get it checked before the next rain.
Buying or selling a home
A general home inspector may not walk a steep or tall roof. A dedicated roof inspection before closing tells you what you're buying and gives both sides the facts.
A dust storm or high wind
South Plains wind drives grit into valleys and gutters and can break shingle seals. Lifted tabs and clogged drainage are easy to fix early and costly to ignore.
A year since the last check
Sun, heat and temperature swings wear down sealant, pipe boots and flashing steadily. A yearly look catches that wear while it's still a maintenance item instead of a leak.
Small clues inside
A faint ceiling stain, a musty attic, daylight around a vent pipe or upstairs rooms that run unusually hot can all trace back to the roof or its ventilation.
What Our Roof Inspection Covers
Ground and gutter check
We start in the yard: gutters, downspouts, granule buildup, fascia and the roofline. A sagging ridge or wavy decking line shows from the ground before anyone climbs.
Roof surface
On the roof we check every slope for hail hits, cracked or lifted shingles, exposed nails, worn granules and soft spots underfoot, marking anything that needs a closer look.
Flashing, penetrations and valleys
Chimneys, wall joints, skylights, pipe boots, vents and valleys get individual attention, because that's where leaks usually start. We look for cracked rubber, loose metal and failed sealant.
Attic and ventilation
In the attic we look for daylight, water stains and damp decking, and check whether intake and exhaust vents move enough air to keep heat from baking the shingles.
Photo report
You get dated photos of each issue with a plain-language note: fix now, watch it, or fine for now. Keep the report with your homeowners insurance records.
What Affects the Cost of a Roof Inspection in Lubbock?
Inspections are priced by time and access, and maintenance by the work done. These factors make the difference.
Roof size and complexity
More slopes, valleys and roof-to-wall joints mean more to walk, photograph and document.
Pitch and height
Steep or two-story roofs need extra safety setup and more time on the roof.
Purpose of the visit
Post-hail documentation with test squares or a pre-purchase report takes more detail than a routine check.
Attic access
Tight, blocked or multiple attic spaces add time to the interior review.
Maintenance performed
Clearing valleys and gutters, resealing flashing or replacing pipe boots is priced by the work done.
How often should a West Texas roof be inspected?
Plan on a roof inspection once a year in West Texas, ideally before spring storm season, plus an extra check after any hailstorm, high-wind event or dust storm. Hail season peaks in spring and early summer here, but damaging storms have come as late as October.
After a storm, an inspection doubles as documentation. On June 24, 2019, NWS Lubbock logged quarter to golf-ball-size hail around Lubbock and baseball to softball-size hail in Slaton, Wilson and east of New Deal. Our guide to the signs of hail damage on a roof shows what to look for, and confirmed damage moves on to storm and hail damage repair.
What does a pre-purchase roof inspection tell a home buyer?
A pre-purchase roof inspection tells a Lubbock home buyer the roof's general condition, signs of past or active leaks, any hail or wind damage, and roughly how much life the covering has left. You get dated photos before closing, so repairs can be planned or discussed with the seller instead of discovered after move-in.
Age alone doesn't settle it; see how long a roof lasts in West Texas. If a roof is near the end of its life, we'll walk you through roof replacement options without pressure.
Seasonal roof maintenance on the South Plains
- Spring: reseal exposed nail heads and flashing, replace cracked pipe boots, and secure loose ridge cap.
- Summer: check attic ventilation, because trapped heat ages shingles from underneath.
- Fall: clean gutters and valleys and trim limbs back, especially under mature trees in areas like Tech Terrace.
- After a dust storm: clear grit from valleys, gutters and drains. The October 17, 2011 haboob brought gusts measured near 76 mph and near-zero visibility to Lubbock.
We inspect roofs across Lubbock, from Tech Terrace to newer homes south of Loop 289, and in Abilene and the Big Country and Midland and the Permian Basin.
Want to know where your roof stands? Call (806) 249-0342 to schedule a roof inspection, 7 AM–7 PM, seven days a week.
Roof Inspections & Maintenance FAQs
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Related Roofing Services
Roof Repair
Leak tracing, flashing and pipe boot repairs, wind-lifted shingle replacement and nail pop fixes, with an honest call on whether repair or replacement makes more sense.
Storm & Hail Damage Repair
Post-storm roof inspections, photo documentation and lasting repairs for hail and wind damage across Lubbock, Abilene and Midland, including being on site when your adjuster inspects.
Roof Replacement
Full tear-off replacements with a decking check, new underlayment, drip edge and ventilation, plus Class 4 shingle or metal options built for South Plains hail and wind.
Roofing Guides for Homeowners
8 Signs of Hail Damage on Your Roof (and What Isn't Hail)
Bruised shingles, dented gutters and cracked flashing are classic hail tells, but blistering and old age can look similar. Here are eight signs to check from the ground, plus what usually isn't hail.
How Long Does a Roof Last in West Texas?
Manufacturer ratings assume gentler weather than the South Plains delivers. Learn what shortens roof life in Lubbock, Abilene and Midland, how each material ages here, and the signs your roof is near the end.
What to Do After a Hailstorm: A West Texas Homeowner's Checklist
Hail just hit your neighborhood. Here's a ten-step checklist for West Texas homeowners: stay safe, document everything, call your insurer first, get a professional roof inspection and spot storm-chaser red flags.
Roof Inspections & Maintenance Across West Texas
Roof Inspections & Maintenance is available in all three of our service areas. See local hail history and permit notes for roofing in Lubbock, TX, roofing in Abilene, TX, and roofing in Midland, TX.