Roof Inspection Checklist for Homeowners

Tick any observation you have completed safely. This is a local, browser-only checklist; it does not transmit or store your answers.

I can see the roofline from a safe position on the ground without entering a road or unsafe space.
I have looked for obvious slipped, missing or cracked tiles or slates.
I have observed the gutters during rain for overflow or leaks, where safe.
I have checked internal ceilings for new water staining or peeling paint.
I have checked safe, accessible loft areas for signs of moisture, without touching unsafe materials or electrical installations.
I have noted any changes around chimneys, flashing or rooflight junctions visible from the ground.
I have noted the date, weather and location of any new problem.
I have photographs taken from a safe position, if available.

Do not: climb onto the roof, attempt to clear gutters from an unsafe ladder, approach unstable masonry, or touch wet electrical equipment. A checklist cannot identify hidden defects or replace a professional inspection.

What happens after your observations?

If you see new water ingress or displaced materials, note the evidence and arrange a competent assessment. If nothing is visibly wrong but the property has repeated damp patches or unexplained moisture, further investigation may still be needed.

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