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Roof Certification
A roof certification is a documented, inspection-based assessment of your roof's condition and remaining service life, the report buyers, sellers, lenders, and insurers ask for during a real estate transaction. Roof Doctors offers a 2-year roof certification from a licensed and liability insured roofing contractor.
2-Year
Roof certification term
1987
Certifying roofs since
1 to 2
Business days to schedule
Roof Certification vs Roof Warranty
These two are often confused. A certification documents the current condition of a roof. A warranty is a separate promise to stand behind future performance. Here is the difference.
Roof Certification
A documented assessment of condition and remaining life
- An inspection-based report of the roof's current condition
- An estimate of the roof's remaining useful life
- The document buyers, sellers, lenders, and insurers request during a sale
- Valid for a defined period, commonly used to close a real estate transaction
Roof Warranty
A separate promise covering future performance
- A commitment to repair covered issues after the work
- Workmanship warranties cover our installation; manufacturer warranties cover materials
- Our optional 2-year Roof Leak Certification is a purchasable warranty instrument, see Warranty Protection below
- A certification is not a warranty, and a warranty is not a certification
When You Need a Roof Certification
A roof certification is most often requested around a real estate transaction, but it is useful any time the condition of a roof needs to be documented.
Selling a home
A certification reassures buyers and helps a sale move forward by documenting the roof's condition up front.
A buyer or lender requires it
Lenders and escrow often ask for a roof certification before closing to confirm the roof is sound.
Insurance or FHA requirement
Some insurance policies and FHA-backed loans require a certified assessment of the roof before they will proceed.
Peace of mind
Even outside a sale, a certification gives owners a clear, documented picture of their roof's condition and remaining life.
What a Roof Certification Covers
Our certification is inspection-based. A licensed roofing professional assesses the roof and documents the findings in a report you can hand to a buyer, lender, or insurer.
Condition Assessment
A thorough evaluation of the roof surface, flashing, penetrations, and visible wear.
Remaining Useful Life
An estimate of how many years of service the roof has left, based on its material and condition.
Leak Check
A check for active leaks and the common failure points where water intrudes.
Documented Report
A written certificate documenting the findings, suitable for a real estate transaction or insurer.
Related Roofing Services
A certification is one part of caring for a roof. Explore the related services it connects to.
Residential Roof Certification
Certifications for single-family homes and residential properties, documented for buyers, sellers, realtors, and lenders during a sale.
Residential Roofing
Commercial Roof Certification
Certifications for commercial and multi-unit properties, documenting roof condition and remaining life for transactions, insurers, and asset management.
Commercial RoofingOrder a Roof Certification
Two intake paths. Both connect you with a licensed inspector within 1 to 2 business days.
Realtors
Realtor and Transaction Certification
Managing a sale? We coordinate the certification around your escrow timeline, document the roof's condition and remaining life, and provide the report buyers and lenders ask for. Roof Doctors works with leading real estate and home warranty partners.
Homeowners
Homeowner Certification
Selling your home or want a documented picture of your roof? Request a certification and a knowledgeable inspector will assess the roof and issue the report.
How Much Does a Roof Certification Cost?
The cost of a roof certification depends on the roof size, material, access, and whether any repair is needed before it can be certified.
Standard Residential Certification
$150-$400
A single-family home in sound condition that needs no repair before certifying.
Larger or Complex Roofs
$400-$1,000
Larger homes, steep or cut-up roofs, or roofs that require closer assessment.
Certification With Repair
Varies by Scope
When a roof needs repair before it can be certified, the repair is priced separately from a written estimate.
How We Certify Your Roof
A clear, no-pressure process. We respond promptly and schedule inspections within 1 to 2 business days.
1
Inspect
A licensed inspector visits the property and documents the roof surface, flashing, penetrations, and visible wear with photographs.
2
Assess Remaining Life
We evaluate the roof's material and condition to estimate how many years of service it has left.
3
Document
We compile the findings into a written report, including any repair needed before the roof can be certified.
4
Issue the 2-Year Certification
For a roof in certifiable condition, we issue a 2-year roof certification you can hand to a buyer, lender, or insurer.
Financing Available
Financing is available on qualifying roofing projects through our lending partners. If a certification uncovers repairs, ask your inspector about current financing options.
Warranty Protection
Roof Doctors offers a distinct 2-year Roof Leak Certification, a purchasable warranty instrument separate from the inspection-based certification above.
2 Years
2-Year Roof Leak Certification
Optional purchasable certification
A purchasable 2-year certification. A $75 service fee applies per reported leak, and any covered repair is completed at no additional charge.
Optional add-on. Available on roofs that need no repair, or roofs where Roof Doctors performs the repair. Not available on roof replacements.
1 Year
Workmanship Warranty
Labor and materials on any repair
When a certification calls for a repair and we perform it, the work is backed by a 1-year workmanship warranty.
Manufacturer (GAF Silver Pledge)
Applies to roof replacements
GAF Silver Pledge manufacturer coverage applies to full roof replacements, not to certifications or repairs.
Certification and Insurance Claims
Certifications and Insurance Claims
Some insurance policies request a roof certification before they will write or renew coverage. If a roof needs repair after a storm, Roof Doctors documents the damage, works directly with your adjuster, and processes claims within the Xactimate and Symbility estimating platforms.
Areas We Serve
Roof Doctors serves communities across California. Find your area or view the full directory.
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Roof Certification: Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to get a roof certified?
It means a licensed roofing professional inspects the roof, assesses its condition and remaining service life, and documents the findings in a written certificate. That certificate is the report buyers, sellers, lenders, and insurers ask for during a sale.
How long is a roof certification good for?
Roof Doctors issues a 2-year roof certification for roofs in certifiable condition. The certification documents the roof's condition at the time of inspection and is valid for that term.
How much does a roof certification cost?
The cost depends on the roof size, material, access, and whether any repair is needed before it can be certified. A roof in sound condition is the least expensive to certify. Every certification is priced from an on-site inspection, with no advance deposit.
Do I need a roof certification to sell my home?
Not always, but buyers, lenders, and escrow frequently request one before closing. A certification documents that the roof is sound and can help a sale move forward. Roof Doctors works with leading real estate and home warranty partners to coordinate certifications around your timeline.
Is a roof certification the same as a warranty?
No. A certification documents the current condition and remaining life of a roof. A warranty is a separate promise to stand behind future performance. Roof Doctors also offers an optional, purchasable 2-year Roof Leak Certification, which is a warranty instrument distinct from the inspection-based certification.
Do you require a deposit?
No. Roof Doctors does not require an advance deposit to schedule a certification.
Schedule Your Roof Certification
A licensed inspector will assess your roof, document its condition and remaining life, and issue your certification. No obligation, no advance deposit.
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