This thread is dedicated exclusively for those students currentlyenrolled in the InterNACHI online video course titled, “10 Steps to Performing a Roof Inspection.”
After successful completion of this training video, the student will be able to:
performing an inspection of a residential roof system;
verify the installation of the roof covering and underlayment follows common building practices or the general recommendations of most roof covering manufacturers; and
confirm that the installation of the roof covering is such that water intrusion will be prevented.
And, in keeping with InterNACHI’s commitment to Continuing Education, this course is open and free to all members, and can be taken again and again, without limit.
Students are free to pose questions and comments here and join in the conversation with other students. The thread will be monitored by the course instructor.
Hi Everyone,
I am currently taking the Safe Practices for the Home Inspector Course. I know this thread is dedicated to Roof Inspection but cannot find a thread on Safe Practices. Part of the course is to write a short essay on safe practices so here it is:
The first thing to do after assessing the roof should be safe to walk is properly set up the extension ladder to be used. After assuring the ladder is correctly set up and warning sign has been posted to stay off ladder and roof I would recommend stopping before stepping onto the roof. It will be much easier to spot possible hazards such as week sheathing or loose materials that could cause injury that cannot be seen from the ground. While walking the roof one must be continuously alert for dangers not only from site but feel (such as spongy surfaces) and not stop alertness until ladder is safely removed.