4-Point Inspection in Hollywood
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Tile · Shingle · Metal · Flat · Hollywood, FL
Roof Inspection in Hollywood, FL
A roof inspection in Hollywood, FL tells you what your roof really looks like and about how long it has left. We photograph the whole surface by drone or up close, check the underside from the attic and give you a clear report for a purchase, an insurer or a roofer.
- ImagingDrone when needed
- Common hereTile · flat additions
- IncludesRemaining-life estimate
- ReportWithin 24 hours
Roofs in Hollywood
What Hollywood Roofs Go Through
Sun, salt, summer rain and hurricane season are hard on any South Florida roof. In Hollywood, a few things make the inspection more specific.
Local field sheetHollywood, FL
Sheet · Roof InspectionA planned city from the 1920s that grew in layers: older houses around downtown and Hollywood Lakes, mid-century ranch homes west of I-95, gated subdivisions further west and condo buildings along the beach.
- County
- Broward County, FL
- Building code zone
- High-Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ)
- From our office
- 4.9 miles from 3610 N 65th Ave, Hollywood
- Typical homes
- CBS ranch homes from the 1950s to the 1970s, with older houses near downtown and newer subdivisions out west
- Roofs
- Clay and concrete tile, shingle, and flat sections on additions and carports
- Condos
- Towers and older low-rise buildings on Hollywood Beach and along the Intracoastal
- Water and salt
- Canals in Hollywood Lakes and salt air near the beach. Flood zones vary by address
- ZIP codes
- 33019 · 33020 · 33021 · 33023 · 33024 · 33026
Neighborhoods we cover
- Hollywood Beach
- Hollywood Lakes
- Downtown Hollywood
- Emerald Hills
- Hollywood Hills
- Driftwood
- West Hollywood
- Boulevard Heights
- Park East
- Lawn Acres
- Oakridge
- West Lake Village
- Royal Poinciana
Salt air near the Intracoastal
Flashing, fasteners and metal edges corrode faster the closer you get to the beach and the canals in Hollywood Lakes. We look closely at those pieces, because that is where a sound-looking roof often starts to leak.
Flat roofs over additions
Many older Hollywood homes have a flat or low-slope section over an addition, a converted garage or a carport. Ponding water and tired seams are common at those joints, even when the main tile roof still looks good.
Roof age and your insurer
Florida law says an insurer may not refuse a policy solely because a roof is under 15 years old. For an older roof, an inspection showing at least five years of useful life can keep age alone from being the reason.
On the roof
What We Check on a Hollywood Roof
The drone is already up. Scroll the checklist, or tap a pin, then switch to X-ray to see what we check from inside the attic.
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Roof covering
Cracked or slipped tile, shingle granule loss, rust on metal panels and blisters on flat sections. Each material ages differently in Hollywood's sun.
Tiles · shingles · panels -
Ridges & hips
Ridge and hip caps and the mortar or foam holding them. After a windy season, loose caps are often the first damage to appear.
Caps · adhesion -
Flashing & penetrations
Vents, pipe boots, skylights and wall flashing, where most leaks begin. Salt speeds up corrosion on any exposed metal near the water.
Most leaks start here -
Fascia, soffit & drip edge
Fascia, soffit and drip edge, looking for rot, gaps and pest entry. Older wood fascia on 1960s homes deserves a closer look.
Rot · gaps -
Underlayment & roof deck
From the attic we look for stains, daylight and soft decking, including places a re-roof over the years may have covered up.
Seen from the attic -
Attic ventilation
Intake and exhaust vents that control heat and moisture. Many older Hollywood attics have limited ventilation, which shortens the life of the roof above.
Heat · moisture
Why inspect the roof
The Roof Is Often the First Question in Hollywood
Roof age and condition come up at nearly every step of owning a home here, from the buyer's inspection period to the insurer's renewal notice. A replacement is one of the largest repair bills a homeowner faces, so it pays to know what you have before someone else tells you.
Peter documents the covering, flashing and roof edge up close or by drone, then goes into the attic to see the underside. Clay and concrete tile crack under foot traffic, so we avoid walking on them when a drone gets a better view without the risk. You receive photos of the entire roof and an estimate of its remaining useful life.
- Drone photos of the entire roof surface
- Remaining-life estimate for buyers and insurers
- Attic inspection to catch hidden leaks
Buying in Hollywood
Know the roof's condition and rough remaining life before you close, not after the first summer storm.
Insurance renewal
Carriers ask about roof age. Citizens wants proof of useful life on older soft and hard roofing.
After a storm
Document wind damage with photos while it is fresh, for your roofer or your insurance claim.
Selling your home
Show buyers the roof's condition up front and take a common objection off the table.
Know your roof
Roof Types in Hollywood and How Long They Last
Typical service life for the roof types you will find around Hollywood, and what we look for on each.
| Roof type | Typical service life | What we look for |
|---|---|---|
 | 30–50 years for the tiles; underlayment often 20–25 | Cracked or slipped tiles, underlayment age, ridge and hip adhesion, flashing |
 | About 15–20 years in South Florida sun | Granule loss, curling or lifted tabs, nail pops, worn flashing |
 | 40+ years | Fasteners, seams, rust, coating condition and flashing at walls |
 | About 10–20 years | Ponding water, blisters, open seams and flashing at parapets |
Typical ranges only. Actual life depends on installation, maintenance and storm exposure, and your insurer may apply its own age limits.
Simple from start to finish
How a Hollywood Roof Inspection Works
Tell us why you need it
A purchase, an insurer's request or storm damage: the reason shapes what the report emphasizes.
Drone and close-up review
We document the entire surface, flashing and roof edge, then inspect the attic from below.
Condition and remaining life
Findings are photographed and summarized, with an estimate of remaining useful life.
Report within 24 hours
A clear report you can share with your agent, your insurer or your roofer.
Your inspector
Peter Lemos, Certified Master Inspector®
Locally owned in Hollywood, FL and serving South Florida since 2008. Peter holds InterNACHI certifications in wind mitigation, 4-point and mold inspection, and clients rate Global Home Inspectors 5 stars on Google.
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Client notes · Google reviews
What South Florida Homeowners Say
4.9 Based on 82 Google reviews
“I called Global Home Inspectors to conduct a 4 point inspection and wind mitigation inspection. Peter arrived on time and was very professional. He started the inspection process immediately and took pictures. I received my report the same day and I am very pleased with the service. …”
“From start to finish, Peter was prompt, professional, and incredibly thorough. He took the time to explain every detail, answer our questions, and provide a clear and comprehensive report.”
“He was able to come out and complete the inspection within 24 hours and send me the report the same day. Most companies would have taken a week to come out and another week to send the report.”
“After a few upgrades to our home, we needed to provide our insurance company with an updated 4 point & wind mitigation inspection. I’m so glad I went with Peter because he was fantastic! He arrived on time, was a great communicator, and sent the reports very quickly. …”
“Peter visited my place as scheduled and came prepared with a good understanding of my house's historical record. … I received the report 20 minutes right after his leave. Super fast! … p.s. the drone is really cool; used to take a full view of the roof.”
“Mr. Lemos is very responsive, attentive, customer friendly. Working with him and mutual customer was an absolute breath of fresh air. …”
Good questions
Roof Inspection FAQs for Hollywood, FL
What Hollywood homeowners ask about their roofs. Don't see yours? Call (954) 297-0317.
Can you fly a drone over my Hollywood home?
Usually, yes. We fly where the rules and conditions allow, and we let you know if something near the property limits a flight. If a drone is not an option, we use safe vantage points and the attic.
Can my insurer refuse my policy because of the roof's age?
Under Section 627.7011, Florida Statutes, an insurer may not refuse to issue or renew a homeowner's policy solely because a roof is under 15 years old. For an older roof, it must allow an inspection by an authorized inspector, and age alone cannot be the reason if that inspection shows at least five years of useful life.
How long does a tile roof last in Hollywood?
The tiles themselves can last 30 to 50 years, but the underlayment beneath them often needs replacing after about 20 to 25. Salt exposure and installation quality can shorten that. Actual life varies from roof to roof.
Do you walk on tile roofs in Hollywood?
We avoid it. Clay and concrete tile crack under foot traffic, so we rely on drone imaging and safe vantage points whenever walking could cause damage, and we inspect the underside from the attic.
Do you inspect Hollywood roofs after a hurricane?
Yes. We document visible wind and storm damage with photos, which helps when you talk to your roofer or your insurance company. We report condition. We don't sell roofing work.
Is the roof included in a home inspection?
Yes, every home inspection includes the roof. A standalone roof inspection goes deeper and is useful when the roof is the question you need answered.
Often booked together
Other Inspections in Hollywood
A roof question often comes with an insurance question. These are commonly booked together in Hollywood. All inspection services in Hollywood
Wind Mitigation Inspection in Hollywood
Form OIR-B1-1802, where homes here answer the Region question as HVHZ.
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