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What belongs in a professional slate roof inspection report

A good report lets another qualified person understand the roof without guessing where a photograph was taken or why a recommendation was made.

01

Identify the roof system

Record building location, roof areas, slopes, slate sizes, thickness, colors, coursing, deck information when known, flashings, drainage and access limitations.

02

Locate every observation

Number photographs and connect them to elevations or a roof plan. Quantify broken, missing, sliding or delaminating slate and describe metal condition separately.

03

Prioritize recommendations

Separate active leakage and safety issues from near-term maintenance and long-term planning. Explain the evidence for repair versus replacement and identify further investigation where access was limited.

Further technical reading

Recognized sources behind this guide

Slate Boss writing is original. These links provide additional standards, preservation guidance and industry reference material.

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