Roofing Inspection Photo Checklist for Supplements

SUPPZONE / FIELD GUIDE / BEFORE PRODUCTION

A practical pre-production photo checklist for roofing contractors. Follow one sequence: ground, roof edge, roof, then file review.

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THE PHOTO RULE

Location.
Condition.
Measurement.

One close-up rarely tells the whole story. Show where the item is, what is visible, and the quantity or dimensions relevant to the proposed work.

Before production ≠ during tear-off

Gather visible, safely accessible details first. Capture concealed conditions during authorized production, before they are covered.

Use trained personnel, permission to access the property, and appropriate safety procedures. Describe observed conditions accurately. Required documentation and claim outcomes vary by file.

01 / GROUND

Start with the property.

Four elevationsCapture front, left, rear, and right views with both the roof and foundation visible. Show the slopes and accessories clearly enough to orient the rest of the photo set.Other structuresShow detached garages, sheds, and other relevant structures, with enough context to establish their position on the property.Material and dumpster accessDocument the proposed delivery and debris-container locations, driveway access, and relevant obstructions before production.Collateral conditionsPhotograph relevant gutters, downspouts, screens, siding, fascia, soffit, A/C units, and soft metals. Pair a location overview with a clear close-up of any observed damage.Accessible attic deckingWhere access is safe and authorized, show the decking type. Include a clear overall view of OSB or plywood; for spaced boards, add several context photos and visible gap measurements. Record areas you could not inspect.

02 / LADDER / ROOF EDGE

Show how the edge is built.

Access locationRecord the roof-access location. Roof and ladder documentation should be performed by trained personnel using the company’s access and fall-protection procedures.Drip edge or gutter apronShow the existing edge metal, profile, and condition. If absent, document the edge where it would be installed, with an overview and detail.Existing layers and eave assemblyPhotograph visible shingle layers, underlayment, and ice barrier where accessible without damage. Do not pry up sealed shingles just to get a checklist photo; record concealed details for authorized production documentation.Gutter hangers and strapsShow the hanger or strap type, attachment location, and condition, including any attachment through the roof edge metal.Pitch and shingle gaugeCapture readable roof-pitch and shingle-gauge measurements, identify the slope, and keep enough surrounding context to locate the measurement.Soffit / overhang measurementShow the overhang dimension to the exterior wall with the measuring device readable. Label the elevation and measurement endpoints.

03 / ROOF

Make every detail traceable.

Slope overviewsShow each roof slope, its boundaries, and relevant accessories. Use consistent directions or slope labels tied to the roof diagram.Accessories with counts and measurementsCount and identify pipe boots, exhausts, vents, skylights, and other accessories. Photograph relevant sizes and quantities; include chimney and skylight dimensions when applicable.Wall and chimney flashingShow flashing type, roof-to-wall connections, condition, and visible fasteners. Use a wide view plus details to explain any proposed work; photos do not guarantee approval.Valley constructionIdentify open-metal or closed-shingle valleys and their locations. Capture visible construction; document concealed lining at authorized tear-off rather than disturbing the roof for a photo.Labeled test squaresWhen applicable, include an overview of the labeled 10 × 10 test area on each major slope, followed by details of the observed conditions. Keep labels consistent with the roof diagram.Damage details and soft metalsPair each relevant observed hail or wind condition with a location view and close-up. Photograph dents or other conditions on vents, pipe jacks, caps, and flashing. Preserve originals and describe what is actually visible.

04 / BEFORE HANDOFF

Turn photos into a usable file.

Organize by locationGroup the images by ground, roof edge, and roof slope. Label each image with location, component, condition, and stage; use the same slope names as the measurement report.Check readability and quantitiesConfirm photos are sharp and measurement markings are legible. Reconcile accessory counts, measured lengths, and requested scope with the estimate; avoid duplicate allowances.Upload to the correct jobPut photos and supporting measurements in the contractor’s approved CRM or job file before production handoff. Share relevant claim documentation through the agreed workflow.Plan for concealed conditionsList anything that could not be observed initially. Assign production documentation for decking, concealed layers, and flashing as they become exposed, before the new work covers them.

EXAMPLE IMAGE LABEL

Rear slope / pipe boot / existing condition / pre-production

Match the label to an overview, detail, and relevant measurement. Retain the original photo with the job file.

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