Roof Inspection South Florida | Drone Roof Certification

On the roof

What We Check on Your Roof

The drone is already in the air. Scroll the checklist, or tap a pin, and switch to X-ray to see what we check from inside the attic.

Roof covering
Cracked, slipped or missing tiles and shingles, granule loss, rust on metal panels and blistering on flat roofs.
Tiles · shingles · panels
Ridges & hips
Ridge and hip caps, mortar or foam adhesion on tile roofs and fasteners: the first places wind gets under a roof.
Caps · adhesion
Flashing & penetrations
Vents, pipe boots, skylights and wall flashing, where most South Florida roof leaks begin.
Most leaks start here
Fascia, soffit & drip edge
Rot, gaps and damage at the roof edge that let water and pests into the attic.
Rot · gaps
Underlayment & roof deck
From inside the attic we look for stains, daylight, soft decking and signs of past leaks the outside won't show.
Seen from the attic
Attic ventilation
Intake and exhaust vents that control attic heat and moisture, a key factor in roof lifespan in Florida's climate.
Heat · moisture

Drone photo of a clay tile roof during a roof inspection in South Florida

Drone · 120 ft

Why inspect the roof

Your Roof Is Your Home's First Line of Defense

In South Florida, the roof takes the brunt of the sun, salt air, summer storms and hurricane season, and it's often the first thing an insurer asks about. A roof inspection tells you its real condition and how many years of service it likely has left.

Peter inspects the covering, flashing and roof edge up close or by drone, then checks the underside from the attic. Clay and concrete tiles crack easily, so we rely on drone imaging and safe vantage points whenever walking the roof could cause damage.

Drone photos of the entire roof surface
Remaining useful life estimate for buyers and insurers
Attic inspection to catch hidden leaks

Buying a home
A roof can cost tens of thousands to replace. Know its condition and remaining life before you close.
Insurance renewal
Many carriers set roof age limits and ask for a roof condition report or certification.
After a storm
Document hurricane or wind damage with photos while it's fresh.
Selling
Show buyers the roof's condition up front and avoid surprises during their inspection.

Know your roof

Roof Types in South Florida and How Long They Last

Typical service-life ranges and the issues we look for on each roof type.

Roof type	Typical service life	What we look for
Clay & concrete tile	30–50 years for the tiles; underlayment often 20–25	Cracked or slipped tiles, underlayment age, ridge and hip adhesion, flashing
Asphalt shingle	About 15–20 years in South Florida sun	Granule loss, curling or lifted tabs, nail pops, worn flashing
Metal (standing seam)	40+ years	Fasteners, seams, rust, coating condition and flashing at walls
Flat / low-slope	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 Your Roof Inspection Works

Book your roof inspection
Tell us the roof type and why you need the inspection: purchase, insurance or storm damage.
Drone & close-up inspection
We document the entire roof surface, flashing and roof edge, then inspect the attic.
Condition & 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, insurer or roofer.

Peter Lemos, certified home inspector in South Florida

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.

Meet Peter

2008Since

4.9★Google

3Counties

24hReports

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. …”

Monique M.4-point & wind mitigation

“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.”

Kendry A.Home inspection

“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.”

R. Mast4-point inspection

“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. …”

Mari H.4-point & wind mitigation

“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.”

NeilInsurance inspection

“Mr. Lemos is very responsive, attentive, customer friendly. Working with him and mutual customer was an absolute breath of fresh air. …”

Angela C.Insurance agent, State Farm

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Good questions

Roof Inspection FAQs

Straight answers from a South Florida inspector. Don't see yours? Call (954) 297-0317.

Do you walk on tile roofs?

Clay and concrete tiles crack easily under foot traffic. We use drone imaging and safe vantage points whenever walking the roof could cause damage, and we inspect the underside from the attic.

Can you tell me how many years my roof has left?

We estimate the remaining useful life based on the roof type, age, condition and installation details we can observe. It's an estimate, not a guarantee.

Do I need a roof inspection for insurance?

Many Florida insurers ask about roof age and condition, especially on older roofs. A roof condition report, often along with a 4-point inspection, gives them what they need.

Is the roof included in a home inspection?

Yes, the roof is part of every home inspection. A standalone roof inspection is more detailed and is useful when you only need the roof evaluated.

Do you inspect after hurricanes and storms?

Yes. We document visible wind and storm damage with photos, which can help when you talk to your roofer or insurance company.

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 of the age of a roof less than 15 years old. For an older roof, it must allow an inspection by an authorized inspector, and it may not refuse solely because of age if that inspection shows at least five years of useful life remaining.

Often booked together