Free Roof Inspection in Kyle, TX
Old home or new build—we get on your Kyle roof, inspect every component, and tell you exactly what's going on. Storm damage, foundation-related stress, builder shortcuts, aging wear. Honest answers, written report with photos, no pressure. Same-day inspections available.
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Why Kyle Homeowners Need Roof Inspections
Kyle isn't one kind of city anymore. Drive through downtown and you'll see 1990s ranch homes with original roofs approaching 25-30 years. Drive five minutes south and you're in Waterleaf or Cypress Forest, where homes are 3-8 years old with builder-grade roofing. Both types of Kyle homes need inspections—just for completely different reasons.
Older Kyle homes face the standard aging questions—how much life is left, what needs repair, what's been damaged by two decades of I-35 corridor storms. But they also face something most inspectors miss: foundation-related roof damage. Kyle's expansive clay soils shift over time, pulling flashing away from walls and stressing decking connections. That's not storm damage and it's not wear-and-tear. It's a separate problem that needs to be identified separately.
Newer Kyle homes were built fast during the boom. Production builders moved quickly, and we regularly find shortcuts: four-nail patterns where six are specified, skipped starter strips, minimal ridge ventilation. These aren't catastrophic yet, but they shorten roof life and make your home more vulnerable when the next I-35 storm rolls through.
A 45-minute inspection answers the question that matters: What's actually up there?
Should you schedule a free roof inspection?
If any of these apply, the answer is yes: There was a recent storm. You're buying or selling a Kyle home. A storm chaser knocked on your door. Your roof is over 10 years old. You see something that doesn't look right. You have a leak. Your FHA or VA lender needs a roof assessment. Your foundation has shifted and you're not sure what it's done to your roof. The inspection is free—the only cost is not knowing.
The Truth About "Free" Roof Inspections in Kyle
When a roofing company offers a free inspection, the obvious question is: what's the business reason?
Here's the honest answer: Free inspections are how we meet homeowners. Some need work done. Some don't. When you need work, we hope you'll choose us because we've already demonstrated honesty and expertise. That's it.
This matters more in Kyle than most cities. Kyle sits right on the I-35 corridor, and after every storm, crews from San Antonio and Dallas descend on Kyle's neighborhoods offering "free inspections" that are really sales pitches. They spend 10 minutes on your driveway, claim massive damage, and pressure you to sign before the next company knocks. Our inspections are 45 minutes to an hour, on your actual roof, with photos and a written report. If your roof is fine, we'll tell you.
How to Spot a Sales Pitch Disguised as an Inspection
Kyle's I-35 location makes it a magnet for out-of-town storm chasers after every weather event. Here's how to tell the difference.
Sales Pitch Disguised as Inspection
- Shows up uninvited the morning after a storm
- Claims damage from your driveway without getting on the roof
- Spends 10-15 minutes and says you need a full replacement
- Pressures you to sign immediately—"this price is only good today"
- No written report, vague explanations
- Offers to "waive your deductible" (insurance fraud in Texas)
Legitimate Roof Inspection
- Scheduled by you, arrives on time
- Actually gets on the roof for 45-60 minutes
- Honest assessment—including "your roof is fine"
- No pressure—take your time, get other opinions
- Written report with photos you can keep
- Local company with years of verifiable reviews
We've served the Austin area since 2008. Storm chasers come and go—we're the company that's still here when they leave. If your Kyle roof is fine, we'll tell you.
What We Actually Inspect on Kyle Roofs
A real roof inspection isn't a 10-minute walk around your house. We spend 45 minutes to an hour examining every component—including foundation-related stress patterns that most inspectors overlook entirely.
On the Roof
- Shingle condition: cracks, curling, granule loss, bald spots
- Seal strip integrity between shingle layers
- Flashing at chimneys, vents, pipes, skylights
- Ridge caps and hip lines
- Valleys where water concentrates
- Hail impact damage (soft spots, fractures)
- Wind damage patterns (lifted edges, creased tabs)
Foundation-Aware Assessment
- Flashing separation at wall transitions
- Decking alignment and stress points
- Ridge line straightness (sag from structural shift)
- Gaps at penetration points from movement
- Mortar cracks at chimney base connections
- Drip edge separation along eave lines
- Damage categorization: storm vs. foundation vs. wear
Attic & Exterior
- Ventilation effectiveness (soffit + ridge balance)
- Insulation condition and depth
- Signs of leaks: water stains, mold, daylight
- Structural condition of rafters and decking
- Gutters and downspouts
- Fascia and soffit condition
- Overall roofline for sagging or damage
What you get after inspection:
A detailed written report with photos of everything we find, along with honest recommendations. For Kyle homes, we specifically categorize findings—storm damage, foundation-related stress, builder shortcuts, and normal aging wear—because each category has different implications for insurance, repairs, and long-term planning. This report is yours to keep regardless of whether you do any work with us.
What Brought You Here? Find Your Situation.
Kyle homeowners come to us for inspections for different reasons. Whatever brought you here, we can help.
"I think I have storm damage."
Storm damage inspection with insurance-ready documentation. Kyle's I-35 position means storms hit at full force across flat terrain—damage can be significant even when it's invisible from the ground.
"A storm chaser said I have damage. I want a second opinion."
Honest assessment of whether damage actually exists. If it does, we'll document it accurately—not inflate it. If it doesn't, we'll save you from a claim that raises your premiums for nothing.
"I'm buying a home in Kyle."
Full inspection with written report. Critical for FHA/VA buyers—your loan can be denied if the roof doesn't pass. We catch issues that general home inspectors miss, especially on Kyle's production-built homes.
"I'm selling my Kyle home."
Know what a buyer's inspector will find before you list. At Kyle's $280K-$400K price point, buyers use every issue as negotiation leverage. A clean report—or knowing what to fix first—prevents last-minute price reductions.
"My roof is old and I'm wondering how much life it has."
Honest remaining-life assessment. On Kyle's older homes, we also check for foundation-related stress that accelerates aging. We'll tell you if you have 2 years left, 5 years, or more—no pressure to replace before it's necessary.
"My foundation has shifted. What has it done to my roof?"
Foundation-aware inspection that identifies pulled flashing, stressed decking, and separated connections caused by clay soil movement. We document these separately from storm damage—important for insurance and repair planning.
"Another roofer said I need a new roof. Is that true?"
Honest second opinion. If you need a new roof, we'll confirm it. If you don't, we'll tell you that too. On Kyle homes, we often find that targeted repairs—especially foundation-related flashing work—can extend roof life significantly.
"I just want peace of mind."
Complete inspection, honest findings. If everything's good, you'll sleep better. If there's something to address or monitor, you'll know before it becomes expensive.
How Our Kyle Roof Inspection Works
Schedule (Same-Day Often Available)
Call us or fill out the form. We'll ask about your situation—storm damage, pre-purchase, aging roof, foundation concerns—and schedule a time that works. FHA/VA deadlines and real estate closings get priority.
We Arrive and Explain What We'll Do
Our inspector arrives on time at your Kyle home and explains exactly what they'll examine. We'll ask about your specific concerns and the age of your home so we know what to look for—aging issues on older homes, builder shortcuts on newer ones.
Full Inspection (45-60 Minutes)
We inspect the roof surface, foundation-related stress points, attic (if accessible), and exterior components. Photos of every area—damage, wear, builder issues, and foundation-related findings all documented separately.
We Walk You Through What We Found
We show you photos on the spot and explain findings in plain English. No jargon, no scare tactics. If your Kyle roof is fine, we'll say so clearly.
Written Report With Photos (Same Day)
Detailed report categorizing findings: storm damage, foundation-related stress, builder quality notes, and normal aging. Yours to keep for insurance, negotiations, or your records.
Recommendations (If Any)
If work is needed, we explain options and provide an estimate. If your roof is fine, we say so. If items need monitoring, we note them with a timeline. No pressure, no follow-up sales calls.
Three Factors That Shape Kyle Roof Inspections
Kyle's housing stock spans two distinct eras, and all of it sits in the I-35 hail corridor. Each factor needs a different inspection focus.
Older Kyle Homes
Downtown, Plum Creek originals, pre-2010 builds
What we focus on:
- Remaining roof life — Honest assessment of how many years of service are left before replacement becomes necessary.
- Foundation-related damage — Pulled flashing, shifted decking, and separated connections caused by 15-25 years of clay soil movement.
- Cumulative storm damage — Two decades of I-35 corridor storms leave damage that compounds over time.
- Previous repair quality — Were past repairs done correctly, or did they create new problems?
Newer Kyle Homes
Waterleaf, Steeplechase, Cypress Forest, 2012+
What we focus on:
- Builder installation quality — Fastener patterns, starter strip presence, underlayment overlap, and ventilation adequacy.
- Premature wear — Builder-grade materials combined with I-35 storm exposure can cause early deterioration that shouldn't happen on a 5-8 year old roof.
- Storm vulnerability — Builder shortcuts like insufficient nailing make roofs more susceptible to wind and hail damage.
- Early foundation effects — Even newer homes on Kyle's clay soils may already show early signs of movement at wall-to-roof connections.
I-35 Hail Corridor Homes
All Kyle — direct storm path exposure
What we focus on:
- Cumulative hail damage assessment — Kyle sits directly in the I-35 hail corridor. Even roofs without obvious damage may have compromised shingles from multiple storm impacts over the years.
- Impact pattern documentation — We photograph and map hail strikes across all slopes to establish damage patterns that support insurance claims.
- Hidden soft spots from repeated impacts — Hail doesn't always puncture—it bruises. We check for underlying mat damage that weakens shingles and leads to premature failure.
- Storm history timeline — We cross-reference your roof's age against major Kyle hail events to assess whether undocumented damage may exist from previous storms.
The inspection is free. Knowing your Kyle roof's age, construction quality, and storm exposure history is what makes the difference between an honest assessment and a generic one.
Why Kyle Homeowners Trust Our Inspections
We're not here to sell you a roof. We're here to tell you the truth about your roof.
Local Company Since 2008
We're not storm chasers passing through Kyle on I-35. We live and work in this community. Our reputation is everything.
Truly Free, Truly Thorough
45-60 minute inspections covering every component plus foundation-aware assessment. No strings attached, no obligation.
Honest Assessments
If your Kyle roof is fine, we'll tell you. We'd rather earn your trust than push an unnecessary replacement.
Categorized Written Reports
Reports that separate storm damage, foundation stress, builder issues, and normal wear—critical for insurance claims and repair planning.
We Know Kyle's Soil
We understand how Hays County clay soil movement affects roofs differently than storm damage or wear—and why that distinction matters for your claim or repair plan.
Same-Day Availability
FHA/VA loan deadlines, real estate closings, and storm damage don't wait. We accommodate urgent Kyle inspections whenever possible.
What Kyle Homeowners Say About Our Inspections
Real reviews from Kyle homeowners who trusted us with their roof inspections
Patricia and Damon Wells
We were buying our first home in Plum Creek and our lender flagged the roof for an FHA inspection. The seller's disclosure said the roof was 'in good condition.' Altair found cracked pipe boots, a missing drip edge section along the garage eave, and granule loss on the south slope that would have failed the FHA appraisal. They documented everything and our realtor negotiated an $8,200 seller credit for repairs. Without that inspection, we would have either lost the loan or paid for those repairs out of pocket within the first year.
Ricardo Fuentes
My downtown Kyle home was built in 2001 and the roof was original—23 years old. Another roofer told me I needed a full replacement immediately. Called Altair for a second opinion. Their inspector spent almost an hour up there and explained that while the shingles were aging, the real issue was flashing that had pulled away from two wall transitions due to foundation shift. They separated foundation-related damage from normal wear and recommended targeted flashing repairs plus monitoring the shingles for another 2-3 years. Saved me from a $14,000 replacement I didn't need yet.
Megan Kirkpatrick
A guy knocked on our Steeplechase door the morning after the August storm and said our entire roof needed replacement. He never got on the roof—just pointed at it from the driveway. I called Altair. Their inspector found legitimate hail damage on the south and west slopes but the north and east were clean. The door-knocker wanted to file for a full replacement on all four slopes. Altair documented the actual damage honestly—two slopes, not four. Filed with State Farm, adjuster matched Altair's assessment exactly. Targeted repair done in one day. Saved us from an inflated claim and the premium increase that comes with it.
Gregory H.
Had Altair do a pre-purchase inspection before buying our home. They found issues the home inspector missed—damaged flashing and improper ventilation. We negotiated $4,000 off the sale price based on their report. That inspection paid for itself many times over.
Laura S.
We schedule annual roof inspections with Altair and it has been worth every penny. They caught a small leak at a pipe boot last year before it caused any interior damage. Preventive maintenance saves money in the long run and these guys are thorough every single time.
Dennis W.
After the last storm, I wanted a professional opinion before filing an insurance claim. Altair inspected the roof, documented everything with photos, and gave me an honest assessment. Turns out we only had minor damage—they could have pushed for a full replacement but they were straight with us.
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Kyle Neighborhoods We Inspect
From older downtown Kyle homes to the newest phases in Waterleaf and Cypress Forest, we inspect roofs across every Kyle neighborhood—adapting our focus to the era and construction type of each home.
Serving Kyle & Southern Hays County
Whether you're checking storm damage in Steeplechase or getting a pre-purchase inspection on a downtown Kyle home, we're there. We cover all of Kyle, Buda, San Marcos, and the Greater Austin area. If you're within 100 miles of Austin, we've got you covered.
Roof Inspection Questions Kyle Homeowners Ask
Answers to the questions we hear most from homeowners across Kyle and southern Hays County
- Is the roof inspection really free? What's the catch?
- Yes, genuinely free. No obligation, no strings attached. We offer free inspections because it's how we meet homeowners. If you need work, we hope you'll choose us. If you don't—and we tell plenty of Kyle homeowners their roof is fine—you owe us nothing. We've been doing this since 2008.
- My Kyle home is only 5-8 years old. Does it need an inspection?
- Age doesn't tell you condition. Kyle's newer production homes in Waterleaf, Steeplechase, and Cypress Forest were built fast during the boom. We regularly find builder shortcuts—four nails where six are specified, skipped starter strips on rear eaves, minimal ridge ventilation. Add the I-35 corridor's hail and wind exposure, and even a newer roof can have problems that aren't visible from the ground.
- My home is in older Kyle—downtown or Plum Creek area. What should I expect?
- Older Kyle homes face different issues than newer builds. We're looking for aging-related wear—granule loss, curled shingles, cracked flashing—plus damage caused by foundation movement. Kyle's clay soils shift over time, pulling flashing away from walls and stressing decking connections. An inspection separates normal wear from foundation-related damage, which matters if you're filing an insurance claim or planning repairs.
- How long does a roof inspection take?
- A thorough inspection takes 45 minutes to an hour depending on roof size and accessibility. On Kyle homes, we pay special attention to foundation-related stress points—wall transitions, flashing connections, and decking alignment—that quick inspections miss. If someone spends 10-15 minutes on your roof, they're not really inspecting it.
- I'm buying a home in Kyle. Can you inspect before closing?
- Yes, and this is especially important in Kyle's market. Many Kyle buyers use FHA or VA loans, which have strict roof condition requirements—your loan can be denied if the roof doesn't pass. We can usually schedule within 24-48 hours and provide a detailed report you can use for negotiations or loan documentation.
- I'm selling my Kyle home. Will you be honest even if it's bad news?
- Yes. It's better to know what a buyer's inspector will find before you list. At Kyle's $280K-$400K price point, buyers are stretched on budget and will use every roof issue as leverage. A clean report—or knowing exactly what to repair first—prevents surprise $10K-$20K negotiation reductions at the worst possible time.
- A storm chaser knocked on my door and said I have damage. Should I get a second opinion?
- Absolutely. Kyle sits right on the I-35 corridor, so storm chasers pour in from San Antonio and Dallas after every weather event. Many claim damage from your driveway without ever getting on the roof. We'll give you an honest assessment—if damage exists, we'll document it properly. If it doesn't, we'll save you from an unnecessary claim that raises your premiums.
- Does Kyle's clay soil really affect my roof?
- Yes, indirectly. Kyle's expansive clay soils cause foundation movement over time—slight shifts that pull flashing away from wall transitions, stress decking connections, and create gaps where water can enter. These foundation-related roof issues look different from storm damage or normal aging, and they need to be identified separately. Our inspections specifically check for foundation-related stress patterns.
- There was a storm but I don't see damage from the ground. Should I still get inspected?
- Yes. Hail damage and wind damage on Kyle roofs are often invisible from ground level—hairline shingle cracks, broken seal strips, and loosened flashing all require roof-level inspection. Kyle's I-35 corridor position means storms hit at full force across flat terrain. A free inspection removes the guesswork.
- Do you provide a written report?
- Yes. Every inspection includes a detailed written report with photos. On Kyle homes, we specifically note foundation-related observations alongside any storm damage or aging wear. This report is yours to keep for insurance, real estate negotiations, or your own records—regardless of whether you do any work with us.
- Can you inspect my roof for an insurance claim?
- Absolutely. We specialize in insurance documentation for Kyle homeowners. Our reports include photos, measurements, and professional assessment that separates storm damage from foundation-related issues and normal wear—a critical distinction that determines what your insurance will and won't cover.
- How soon can you come out for a Kyle inspection?
- Often same-day or next-day. We know some inspections are time-sensitive—FHA/VA loan deadlines, real estate closings, and recent storm damage. Call us and we'll accommodate your timeline.
Don't Wonder About Your Kyle Roof. Know.
A free inspection takes less than an hour and gives you real answers. Whether your Kyle home is 5 years old or 25, whether you're buying, selling, dealing with storm damage, or wondering about foundation effects—we'll tell you exactly what's going on. No pressure, no obligation, no follow-up sales calls.