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We offer free roof inspections for Westchester homeowners who are evaluating repairs or replacement. If the inspection reveals only minor maintenance items, we’ll tell you — and we won’t pressure you into work you don’t need. That’s why most of our Westchester clients come from referrals.
Every inspection The Quick Guys performs in Westchester County covers these 21 items:
Shingles: Granule loss and bare spots — Curling, cupping, or lifted tabs — Cracked or missing shingles — Algae or moss growth (common in shaded Westchester lots near tree cover)
Flashing and seals: Step flashing at roof-wall junctions — Counter flashing at chimneys — Pipe boot seals around all penetrations — Valley flashing condition and lap — Drip edge at eaves and rakes
Gutters and drainage: Gutter attachment and pitch — Downspout discharge and distance from foundation — Signs of overflow or pooling at eaves
Structural: Ridge line straightness — Signs of sagging or deflection — Soft spots on the deck (detected by walking)
Attic and ventilation: Moisture staining on rafters — Mold or mildew on sheathing — Soffit and ridge vent obstruction — Insulation depth and condition at the attic floor
After the inspection, we deliver a written report with photos organized by priority: items to address immediately, items to monitor, and items in good condition.
A standard roof inspection in Westchester County costs between $200 and $500, depending on roof size, pitch, and complexity. Most single-family homes in Westchester — colonials, Capes, and split-levels — fall between $200 and $350. Larger roofs with multiple slopes, dormers, or steep pitch run $350–$500.
The Quick Guys offers free roof inspections when you’re evaluating a repair or replacement quote. There’s no obligation and no pressure. If you need an independent inspection for insurance documentation or a real estate transaction, we provide a certified written report for $250–$350, which includes photos of every problem area and a priority-ranked repair list.
For context: catching a failing flashing seal during an inspection costs $250–$500 to fix. Left alone for one Westchester winter, the same problem can cause $8,000–$15,000 in water damage to insulation, drywall, and structural framing. The inspection pays for itself on the first catch.
Westchester County sits in USDA hardiness zone 6b — a climate that puts roofing materials through more stress than most of the country. Three local factors accelerate roof wear:
Freeze-thaw cycling — Westchester averages 30–40 freeze-thaw cycles per winter. Each cycle expands and contracts the roofing materials, working at nail heads, cracking caulk, and separating flashing from masonry. A chimney flashing that looks fine in September can be fully separated by March.
Mature tree canopy — Westchester’s older neighborhoods — Bronxville, Larchmont, Pelham, Dobbs Ferry — have dense tree cover. Overhanging branches deposit debris that holds moisture against shingles, accelerating granule loss and algae growth. Shaded roof sections can lose 3–5 years of lifespan compared to exposed sections on the same house.
Ice dams — Inadequate attic insulation or ventilation allows heat to escape through the roof deck, melting snow that refreezes at the cold eaves. Ice dams force meltwater under shingles and into the structure. We find evidence of past ice dam damage on roughly 40% of Westchester homes we inspect that are 15+ years old.
The Quick Guys holds New York State license WC-38593-H25 and carries full general liability insurance. We’re registered with the NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection for home improvement contracting and can provide a certificate of insurance on request — required by many Westchester co-op boards and HOAs before authorizing exterior work.
Our inspection crew is composed of licensed roofers, not sales representatives. Every inspector who goes on your roof has completed installations and repairs in Westchester — they know what failure looks like because they’ve fixed it. We do not use subcontractors for inspections.
Westchester County homeowners should schedule a roof inspection in four situations:
After a major storm — Westchester averages 46 inches of rain and 25 inches of snow annually, with nor’easters that bring heavy ice loading. After any storm with winds above 50 mph or hail, a post-storm damage inspection documents the condition for an insurance claim. We provide written inspection reports that insurers accept for claims. Schedule within 30 days of the event — most policies require timely reporting.
Before winter — October and November are the best months to catch problems before snow and ice make repairs difficult. Ice dams — a common Westchester problem — form when heat escapes through a poorly ventilated attic and melts snow that refreezes at the eaves. A fall inspection catches the underlying ventilation issue before the first freeze.
Every 3–5 years — Asphalt shingles in Westchester’s climate typically last 20–25 years with proper maintenance. Annual inspections extend that lifespan; neglected roofs fail 5–7 years early. If your roof is 10–15 years old, a full inspection tells you exactly where you stand and what maintenance extends its life.
Before buying or selling a home — Real estate transactions in Westchester increasingly include a dedicated roof inspection separate from the general home inspection. A buyer’s inspector often flags visible issues; a specialist roofer finds flashing failures, deck soft spots, and ventilation problems that a generalist misses. We provide inspection reports formatted for real estate transactions.
We inspect roofs throughout Westchester County including Yonkers, White Plains, New Rochelle, Mount Vernon, Scarsdale, Mamaroneck, Tarrytown, Ossining, Pelham, Larchmont, Dobbs Ferry, Peekskill, Bronxville, Eastchester, Tuckahoe, Hastings-on-Hudson, and Ardsley. Most Westchester jobs are reachable same day or next morning. Call (929) 257-9396 for a free inspection estimate.
Common questions from Bronx homeowners about roofing services, costs, and our process.
Winter brings hard freezes here. Then sudden thaws wreck rooftops slowly. Windstorms tear at edges when least expected. Spotting cracked shingles early stops messes inside later. Valley seals rot quietly if ignored too long. Clogged gutters overflow without warning one spring day. Experts see what most miss during routine visits. Leaks avoid living rooms through careful inspection habits. Safety grows from knowing things work overhead. Dry walls stay intact season after season. Structure holds firm under pressure yearly. Guessing never protects buildings well ever.
From the start, we skip shortcuts like surface looks from down below. Instead, every rooftop across Westchester NY gets a full hands-on review from top to bottom. Step by step, our crew examines shingles up close, seal conditions around vent pipes, flashings near chimneys, plus how air moves through the attic space. Hidden leak paths? They get flagged right away – keeping support beams and base structures safe from damp.
After the inspection wraps up, here’s exactly what shows up in your report – no surprises. Urgent repairs get flagged first, while smaller tasks are listed separately for later attention. Should weather have taken its toll, a detailed cost breakdown appears, fully spelled out, always at no charge. Every number stays visible, nothing tucked away. Moving ahead becomes easier, knowing who to call and what comes next.
A basic roof inspection in Westchester typically costs $150–$400. The Quick Guys offer a free visual roof inspection with every estimate to give you a clear look at your roof’s health with zero obligations.
We recommend annual roof inspections, especially before winter. Westchester’s severe freeze-thaw cycles cause roofing materials to expand and contract, which can trap moisture and create hidden roof leaks.
Yes. We provide inspection reports formatted for real estate transactions — useful for buyers, sellers, and attorneys. Our reports identify deficiencies, estimate repair costs, and note remaining useful life of the roofing system. This is increasingly requested in Westchester transactions separately from the general home inspection, since a generalist inspector often misses flashing and ventilation issues.
Yes, our licensed team provides professional inspections for single-family homes, multi-family buildings, and commercial properties across Westchester County, adapting to any roof type or structure.
