Inspections
Where is the safest place to walk on a roof?
Valley
What is Drip Edge?
Fascia flashing that protects from rot and rain water.
What is the #1 item missed on insurance contracts by Roofing Advisors?
Material Sales Tax
What is non recoverable depreciation?
The amount the insurance company WILL NOT pay the homeowner when the roof is complete.
What size area do mark when checking for hail on a slope?
Make a 10x10
What are the 3 types of underlayment?
#15, 30#, and synthetic
What is due in the file within 24 hours
Whole Shabang / Pictures / 3rd Party Form
Why is it best to meet with the adjuster?
Where do you look to find collateral damage?
What are rakes and eaves?
Rakes-Elevated portions of perimeter such as peaks, dormers etc.
Eaves- flat portions of perimeter
If there is two people on the home then who needs to be on the contract?
Both of them
How does a HO file for a reinspect?
Have HO call insurance company
What are the picture requirements?
Front of house, each slope, accessories, damage, items to supplement, attic, attic connections
What is the proper way to change shingle colors and change contract amount?
Get a change order signed by the homeowner.
What do you do if the adjuster misses something on the scope?
What do you do if you suspect there is bad decking?
Make note of it, notify the homeowner and make aware of extra cost
Why does warped decking occur
Poor Ventilation
What is due at contract signing?
Deductible & ACV OR 50% of retail package
What do you do when insurance puts mortgage on a check?
Explain to the HO they must have the mortgage company endorse it