What this checklist covers
The InterNACHI Standards of Practice for home inspections say the inspector shall inspect, from ground level or the eaves, the roof-covering materials, the gutters, the downspouts, the vents, flashing, skylights, chimney and other roof penetrations, and the general structure of the roof from readily accessible panels, doors or stairs. They also say to describe the type of roof covering and to report observed indications of active roof leaks.
The same standards say an inspector is not required to walk on any roof surface, or on any roof area that appears unsafe or where walking might cause damage. That is a good rule for a roofer too. OSHA requires fall protection at six feet in construction work. For a version with OK and needs-attention marks and notes to give the customer, use the roof inspection report.
How to use it
Tick each item as you go. The sheet saves in this browser, so you can close the page and come back. Print a blank copy for the truck, or fill it in on your phone and print or save it as a PDF for the customer at the end.
With Koira: Estimates from the inspection
Turn what you found into an estimate before you leave: Koira drafts good, better and best options from your photos and your price list, and the customer signs and pays the deposit on their phone. Koira can also measure the roof from above.
Sources
- InterNACHI: Home Inspection Standards of Practice, checked October 9, 2026
- OSHA: Fall protection, checked October 9, 2026
Last checked October 9, 2026. This page is general information, not legal or tax advice. Rules change and differ by state and city, so confirm with the agency named before you act.