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Roof Inspection in Huntington, New York
Smart Choice Contracting provides thorough roof inspections in Huntington, NY for homeowners dealing with an aging roof or visible damage. Owner Michael Falco personally completes every inspection and gives a straightforward assessment based on what he finds.
For roofs 17+ years old or with major damage · Done by the owner, not a salesperson
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Local experience you can verify
Licensed
Suffolk County #HI-62204
Nassau County #189141
Experienced
More than 26 years installing roofs on Long Island
Certified
Owens Corning Platinum Preferred contractor
Reviewed
100+ reviews, all five stars
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Is a Roof Inspection Right for You?
Our residential roof inspection is for older roofs, and our roof damage inspection is for roofs hit by a storm, a fallen tree or a large leak. Find your situation below to see what to book.
Your situation
What to book
Your roof is 17 years old or older
A storm, fallen tree or large leak caused major damage
Your roof is under 17 years old with a small leak or a few missing shingles
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You already know you want a new roof
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Another roofer recently repaired or replaced your roof
We don't review recent work by other contractors.
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Roofing inspection checklist
What Does a Roof Inspection Include?
Michael examines the areas where roofing problems most commonly develop, looking for signs of damage, wear, and potential future issues.
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Roof surface and structure
The roof is inspected for damaged shingles, soft spots, sagging areas, and signs that the roof system may be weakening.
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Shingles and protective layers
Checks for curling, cracking, missing shingles, granule loss, lifted seals, and other signs of aging or weather damage.
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Flashing and roof connections
Inspects the areas where water intrusion often begins, including walls, valleys, chimneys, skylights, and other roof transitions.
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Chimneys, vents, and roof penetrations
Checks flashing, seals, vent pipes, and other openings where leaks can develop over time.
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Roof edges and drainage areas
Reviews drip edges, gutters, soffits, and fascia to make sure water is being directed away from the home properly.
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Attic condition and ventilation
When accessible, checks attic ventilation, signs of moisture, and visible water staining beneath the roof.
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Signs of leaks or hidden damage
Looks for water stains, moisture, rot, and other indicators of roof issues that may not be visible from the outside.
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Previous repairs
Reviews older repairs or patchwork to determine whether they are still holding up or may need attention.
Why it matters here
Why Older Huntington Roofs Need a Closer Look
Roof problems are not always visible from the ground. As roofs get older, small issues like worn shingles, aging flashing, or early signs of leaks can develop before they become obvious. That’s why we recommend having older roofs inspected before minor problems turn into more expensive repairs.
Year 0
New roof
Nails are tight and every seal is fresh.
Middle years
Hidden wear begins
Weather, coastal air and time start to wear on nails, flashing and seals. From the ground, the roof can still look fine.
Year 17+
Consider a professional roof inspection
Roof lifespan depends on materials, installation quality, weather exposure, and maintenance. An inspection can help identify whether your roof still has useful life or needs attention.
Winter weather can cause hidden leaks
Ice and melting snow can get underneath shingles and cause water damage, especially on older roofs.
Coastal weather can affect your roof
Salt air and moisture can wear down metal parts of your roof over time. This can lead to loose shingles, leaks, and other problems.
Older homes can have hidden issues
Some older Huntington homes may have aging materials under the shingles that can affect the roof’s condition.
Service area
Where We Work
We work in Huntington and the towns around it, across Suffolk and Nassau County.
Roof Inspection Questions
Is the roof inspection free?
Why only roofs 17 years or older?
Will you check work another roofer did?
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