Storm roof proof
Hail and roof recovery documentation.
Hail and roof storm damage captured during an inspection, with examples of the kind of evidence a homeowner can use after a storm.
Roof inspection
Roof inspection for sale, purchase, and maintenance.
Smart Construction provides roof inspections for Twin Cities homeowners — pre-listing reports with TISH context, pre-purchase reviews during the real-estate contingency window, annual maintenance walk-throughs, and written no-defects inspection notes when condition supports them.
Recent work
Real Smart Construction footage.
Actual Smart Construction roof and exterior footage gives you a clear look at how our crews work before you book an inspection.
Roofing crew proof
Active roof replacement work.
Smart Construction crews actively replacing a Twin Cities roof — materials, sequence, and job-site flow on a real project.
Roof montage proof
Roof crew and aerial roof montage.
Aerial and ground shots of roof planes and crews on active asphalt roof replacements across the Twin Cities.
Scope
What we cover.
Pre-listing roof inspection with photographs and documented condition notes
Pre-purchase roof inspection during the real-estate contingency window
Annual maintenance roof review with prioritized scope recommendations
Written no-defects report (when applicable) suitable for sale-side and refinance paperwork
Process
How we work — from first call to finished roof.
Schedule the inspection based on transaction stage or annual maintenance cadence.
Inspect roof planes, flashing, valleys, vents, soffit, fascia, and gutters from the ground and on-roof where conditions allow.
Document condition with photographs and written observation notes.
Provide a written report and, when applicable, a no-defects observation note suitable for sale or refinance paperwork.
Questions
Common questions.
What is included in a Smart Construction roof inspection?
The inspection covers roof planes, shingle condition, flashing details at chimneys and valleys, vent boots, ridge caps, soffit and fascia, and gutters and downspouts visible from exterior access. Attic-side moisture signals are reviewed when interior access is included in the scope. The written report summarizes condition, lists priority items, and notes any code-related observations.
When should I get a roof inspection?
Three common triggers: pre-listing (30-60 days before going to market so you can address surprises on your timeline), pre-purchase (during the inspection-contingency window with a written report supporting negotiation), and annual maintenance as the roof ages past its mid-life and at the start of each spring. Smart Construction handles all three.
How much does a roof inspection cost in Minnesota?
Most Twin Cities residential roof inspections fall in a modest mid-hundreds price range depending on roof complexity, access, and report depth requested. The written estimate provides specific pricing before the visit is scheduled.
Do you provide a written inspection report?
Yes. Every paid roof inspection includes a written report with photographs, observations, and priority recommendations. Report format suits homeowner records, realtor disclosure, and lender or insurance-side reference where applicable.
What is a TISH roof inspection and where is it required?
Truth-in-Sale of Housing is a pre-listing inspection required in select Minnesota cities before a home is listed for sale, with roof condition as one of the inspected items. The roof-repair page covers a reference TISH city list and Blaine's status. Smart Construction can review roof condition pre-listing so a TISH report does not surface surprises.
Can you do a pre-purchase roof inspection during my contingency window?
Yes. Pre-purchase inspections are scheduled inside the standard real-estate contingency window and produce a written report homeowners can share with the listing side, lender, or insurance carrier during negotiation or closing.
Do you provide a no-defects report suitable for sale paperwork?
When the inspection finds no immediate defects, the written report explicitly notes the no-defects observation in language suitable for sale-side or refinance paperwork. Formal third-party roof certification programs are issued by separate certification bodies; Smart Construction's deliverable is the inspection report itself.
Can realtors request roof inspections for client homes?
Yes. Realtors representing Twin Cities buyers or sellers can request roof inspections on behalf of clients, with the written report addressed appropriately. Contact the office to discuss scheduling and any recurring inspection needs.
Related
Related services and Twin Cities areas we serve.
Storm damage
For hail, wind, leaks, and storm-damaged exteriors, Smart Construction starts with roof-first documentation and then routes the full restoration scope.
RoofingRoof replacement is what Smart Construction does most — full tear-off, new underlayment per Minnesota code, asphalt shingle installation, and roofing-contractor work for Twin Cities homes.
SidingSiding repair and replacement for Twin Cities homes — James Hardie fiber cement, LP SmartSide engineered wood, vinyl, steel, and cedar options across the exterior envelope.
BurnsvilleRoof-first storm recovery, roofing, siding, gutters, windows, and exterior restoration routing for Burnsville, MN homeowners.
Apple ValleyRoof-first storm recovery, roofing, siding, gutters, windows, and exterior restoration routing for Apple Valley, MN homeowners.
BlaineBlaine, MN homeowner roof storm response from the Smart Construction HQ on 92nd Lane NE — Highway 65 corridor, Northtown area, and Anoka-Hennepin neighborhoods.
MinneapolisMinneapolis roof storm inspection routing for older Hennepin County homes — Bryn Mawr, Powderhorn, Linden Hills, and Nokomis area roof recovery work.
St. PaulRoof-first storm recovery, roofing, siding, gutters, windows, and exterior restoration routing for St. Paul, MN homeowners.
Coon RapidsRoof-first storm recovery, roofing, siding, gutters, windows, and exterior restoration routing for Coon Rapids, MN homeowners.
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Call (612) 260-5267 or send your inspection request and our team will follow up as soon as practical.
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