Free roof inspection. Written photo report. Yours to keep.
A HAAG-Certified inspector documents your roof with drone and ground photos. 12-point checklist. Honest diagnosis. Repair, Roof Maxx, or replace. You get the written report regardless of whether you hire DreamHome.
Schedule your inspection
Active leak or storm damage? We prioritize same-day or next-day.
The credential insurance adjusters take seriously.
Even if you’re not filing a claim, HAAG methodology means the diagnosis is grounded in industry-standard inspection science. not a sales rep’s guess.
Kevin Butler
HAAG Education is the industry-standard methodology for residential roof inspection. Required curriculum, exam, and ongoing recertification. Kevin holds the credential and audits the standard every DreamHome inspector follows. Most contractors don’t hold HAAG. even most “storm restoration specialists” don’t.
The same protocol, every time.
Not a quick once-over from the driveway. Every inspection covers these twelve items with photo documentation of each.
Shingle condition
Curling, cracking, granule loss, lifting at corners. full surface assessment with drone + ground photos.
Granule loss measurement
Cup test of downspout output. Quantified, not estimated. Critical Roof Maxx eligibility signal.
Storm damage check
Hail bruising, wind lift, creased shingles, impact damage. HAAG-documented if present.
Flashing inspection
Chimney counter-flashing, wall step flashing, valley metal, drip edge. every transition photographed.
Pipe boot + vent condition
The #1 cause of mystery leaks. Each penetration photographed and assessed for boot + storm collar.
Ridge + valley assessment
Ridge cap condition, underlayment exposure, fastener pull-through. Valley metal + shingle reseat.
Attic ventilation balance
Intake vs. exhaust ratio measured. Half the failed roofs we see have the wrong ratio. preventable.
Decking condition (attic)
Stain patterns, soft spots, daylight visible at penetrations. Hidden until you look up.
Gutter condition
Sag, separation, downspout pitch, fascia rot behind. Often the cause of so-called “roof leaks.”
Skylight + chimney
Step flashing, kick-out flashing, mortar joint condition, counter-flashing tightness, skylight curb seal.
Soffit + fascia
Wood rot, paint failure, soffit ventilation. Often missed by roofer-only inspections that focus on shingles.
Age + life expectancy
Realistic remaining-life estimate based on shingle condition, manufacturer, and install year. Roof Maxx eligibility flagged.
Five steps from first call to written report.
Total time commitment: under an hour on-site, written report within 48 hours.
Schedule
Submit form or call. Standard inspections within 3–5 business days. Storm/leak situations same-day or next-day.
Confirm
Real person calls 24 hours before to confirm time. Crew lead introduces themselves on arrival.
Inspect
HAAG-Certified inspector walks the property. Drone + ground photos. 45–60 minutes typical, 90–120 for storm-damage.
Walkthrough
Inspector shows you findings on-site. 10–15 minutes. Honest diagnosis: repair, Roof Maxx, or replace.
Written report
Photo report + findings + recommendations delivered via email within 24–48 hours. Yours to keep.
Six situations where a free inspection pays for itself.
After any major storm
Wind, hail, or fallen branches. Damage is often invisible from the ground. Insurance claims have time limits. typically 12 months from date of storm in VA and MD.
If you see water inside
Ceiling staining, attic water, water near windows. Often not where the leak source actually is. Same-day inspection + emergency tarping available.
Before listing your home
Buyer’s inspector will flag any roof issue. Better to have your own HAAG report in hand. Roof Maxx pre-sale can boost resale value without full replacement.
Before buying a home
General home inspection rarely covers roof in HAAG detail. Get a real assessment of remaining life before closing. it can change your offer.
Roof is 10+ years old
The repair-vs-Roof-Maxx-vs-replace decision sweet spot starts at year 10. Honest assessment can save you $14,000 if Roof Maxx is the right answer.
Another contractor said “replace”
Many storm-chasers push replacement when repair or Roof Maxx is the right answer. We’re the only contractor in VA + MD with both OC Platinum + Roof Maxx. three honest paths.
Roof inspection questions.
Is the roof inspection really free?
Yes. Free of charge, no obligation, no contingency contract. A HAAG-Certified Inspector visits your home, documents the roof with drone and ground photos, and leaves you with a written report. You’re never locked into using DreamHome. The report is yours to keep regardless of whether you hire us.
What does HAAG-Certified mean?
HAAG Education is the industry-standard methodology for residential and commercial roof inspection. The HAAG Certified Inspector. Residential credential is what insurance adjusters take seriously when assessing storm-damage claims. Our GM Kevin Butler holds this credential and audits every storm inspection DreamHome conducts.
What does a DreamHome inspection include?
A 12-point inspection: shingle condition, granule loss measurement, storm damage check, flashing inspection, pipe boot + vent condition, ridge + valley assessment, attic ventilation balance, decking condition from attic, gutter condition, skylight + chimney, soffit + fascia, age + life expectancy. Drone aerial photos plus close-up ground photos. Written report with findings and recommendations.
How long does the inspection take?
Standard residential roof inspections take 45–60 minutes. Storm-damage HAAG inspections that require insurance-grade documentation can run 90–120 minutes. The walkthrough at the end (where we show you findings) is typically 10–15 minutes. Total on-site time commitment: roughly an hour.
Do I get the photos and report?
Yes. The report and photos are yours to keep regardless of whether you hire DreamHome. You can use them for insurance claims, real estate disclosure during a home sale, or your own records. Delivered within 24–48 hours of the inspection via email.
What if my roof is fine?
We tell you. Honestly: “your roof looks great, don’t replace it.” Sometimes the right answer is “no work needed.” Sometimes it’s Roof Maxx (a $2,500–$4,000 restoration vs. $14,000 replacement). Sometimes it’s targeted repair. We’re not paid to recommend work that isn’t needed, we’re the only contractor in VA + MD with both OC Platinum AND Roof Maxx authorization, so we have multiple honest paths to recommend.
Will you climb on a steep roof?
Yes, within OSHA safety limits. For very steep roofs (above 7/12 pitch), we rely more heavily on drone photography to safely document the surface. The drone gives us higher-resolution images than ground-level binoculars and is part of every modern HAAG inspection.
How quickly can you schedule an inspection?
Most standard inspections are scheduled within 3–5 business days. Storm-damage and active-leak situations are prioritized for 24–48 hour visits with emergency tarping available during business hours. After-storm volume can extend lead times. Call as soon as you suspect damage.
Free HAAG inspection across Northern Virginia and Maryland.
Inspectors dispatched from our Springfield VA office and Hanover MD office. Storm-damage and active-leak inspections prioritized for 24-48 hour visits.
Northern Virginia inspections
- › Alexandria
- › Annandale
- › Burke
- › Centreville
- › Fairfax County
- › Kingstowne
- › Lorton
- › Newington
- › Springfield
- › West Springfield
- › Woodbridge
Maryland inspections
Our Hanover team serves Anne Arundel, Howard, Prince George’s, and Baltimore counties. Storm-damage HAAG inspections prioritized on the I-95, Route 100, and BWI corridor.
Three honest paths we can recommend.
Four principles Lenny refuses to compromise.
Founded by Lenny Scarola in 1999. 2,400+ verified reviews across Google, Angi, HomeAdvisor, GuildQuality, BBB, and more. We approach roofing more like a forensic investigation than a sales appointment.
Diagnose before you sell
Inspector on the ladder, not a sales rep. Sometimes the real problem isn’t a roof at all.
Install to manufacturer spec
Less than 1% qualify for OC Platinum. Even the best shingles installed incorrectly can fail.
Honest pricing, no games
No inflate-and-discount. No “today only.” The quote is the price.
Trust compounds over time
Same leadership 25+ years. After the storms pass and the trucks disappear, what matters is who’s still standing.
“I’d rather lose a job because someone needed time to think than pressure someone into making a decision they don’t fully understand. The cheapest roof is almost never the cheapest roof long term. Trust compounds over time.”
Schedule your free roof inspection.
HAAG-Certified inspector, 12-point checklist, drone + ground photo report. Honest diagnosis. Repair, Roof Maxx, or replace. Yours to keep regardless of whether you hire us.