While there are reputable contractors that offer free estimates, there's a huge difference between a free roofing estimate and a comprehensive roof inspection which also includes a detailed estimate or repair plan.

Roofing Estimate vs. Roofing Inspection

A roofing estimate is a free or low-priced evaluation of one problem area of your home’s roof.  A roofing inspection (which also comes with an estimate) is when a licensed roof professional provides a thorough assessment of your total roofing system internally and externally, including the structural integrity, attic, ceilings, walls, windows, as well as existing problem areas, identifying issues that can prevent costly repairs down the road, and uncovering hard to find damage, leaks, missing materials, and much more.

Cost of A Free Estimate?

First: Free estimates more frequently end up being complete roof replacements because often the sales people or project managers aren't adequately trained to troubleshoot roofing issues or spot unseen and internal issues that could be easily repaired. This oversight will cost you thousands of dollars.

Second: Ultimately, a free roofing estimate might save you $200 to $300 up front. However, because they're not comprehensive, its very likely that problems or hard to find damage will be missed, which will cost you 3-4 times more to repair down the road and could've been prevented with a proper inspection right out of the gate.

Third: No matter how you break it down, there's no way a reputable roofing contractor could afford to provide for free, the comprehensive detail you'll receive with a proper inspection. And, we believe you can't afford NOT to have a thorough and transparent inspection.