Although the majority of roofing material used in New Jersey is asphalt based there are some homes that have slate roof coverings. A requirement of…
The most common roof covering material found while performing New Jersey Home Inspections are asphalt shingles. Asphalt shingles are comprised of a base material made…
Low sloped roof systems can be prone to leakage then steep pitched roofing systems. To be successful the low sloped roofing material needs to be…
New Jersey Home Inspector – New Jersey Home Inspections Flashings are installed to keep water out of structural areas. Flashings are installed where roofing materials…
After more than two decades inspecting homes across New Jersey, I have seen just about every roof condition there is. The roof is one of…
As a NJ home inspector, I see it all the time, a small roof leak that has been ignored for too long. It usually starts…
New Jersey home inspectors should evaluate attic ventilation when performing home inspections in NJ and explain its importance to their home inspection clients. Adequate attic…
A roof structure is typically constructed of traditional rafters or a roof truss system. Home inspectors in New Jersey should be familiar with what a…
One important defect that I find while inspecting houses with flat type roofs is the lack of adequate roof drains. When a flat roof system exists it…
While performing home inspections in New Jersey I do come across my fair share of slate roof coverings. Slate roofing is a highly specialized roofing…