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Free Roof Inspection in Leander, TX

Storm damage? Builder-grade concerns? Selling your home? We get on your Leander roof, inspect every component, and tell you exactly what's going on. Honest answers, written report with photos, no pressure. Same-day inspections available.

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Why Leander Homeowners Need Roof Inspections

In most cities, roof inspections are about aging. An older roof, gradual deterioration, end-of-life questions. Leander is different. Most homes were built between 2015 and 2023. The roofs are relatively new. So why would you need an inspection?

Because "new" doesn't mean "good." Leander's rapid building boom meant production builders moved fast. We've inspected hundreds of Leander roofs and regularly find shortcuts that aren't visible from the ground: four-nail patterns where six are specified, underlayment that doesn't overlap properly, starter strips that were skipped on back eaves, and ridge ventilation that doesn't provide balanced airflow. These aren't catastrophic—yet. But they shorten your roof's life and make it more vulnerable to storm damage.

Add Central Texas hail and wind to builder-grade installation, and you have a recipe for problems that surprise Leander homeowners who assumed their "new roof" was fine. A 45-minute inspection answers the question: What's actually up there?

Should you schedule an inspection?

If any of these apply to you, the answer is yes: There was a recent storm. You're buying or selling a home in Leander. A door-knocker claimed you have damage. Your builder's warranty is approaching expiration. Your roof is showing visible wear. You have a leak. Your insurance asked for one. You want peace of mind. The inspection is free—the only cost is the uncertainty of not knowing.

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The Truth About "Free" Roof Inspections in Leander

Let's address the obvious question: When a roofing company offers a free inspection, 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 the entire business model.

This is especially important in Leander, where storm chasers flood neighborhoods after every weather event offering "free inspections" that are really just sales pitches. Our inspections are genuinely thorough—45 minutes to an hour on your roof—and genuinely honest. If your roof is fine, we'll tell you. If it needs minor repairs, we'll tell you that. If it needs replacement, we'll explain why and give you options. Then we leave you alone to decide.

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How to Spot a Sales Pitch Disguised as an Inspection

After every Leander storm, door-knockers offer "free inspections." Here's how to tell the difference between a real inspection and a sales pitch.

Sales Pitch Disguised as Inspection

  • Shows up uninvited the day after a storm
  • Claims damage from your driveway without getting on the roof
  • Spends 10-15 minutes and declares you need a full replacement
  • Pressures you to sign immediately—"this deal expires 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—long before most Leander subdivisions existed. Our business is built on honest assessments, not storm-chasing sales tactics. If your roof is fine, we'll tell you.

What We Actually Inspect on Leander Roofs

A real roof inspection isn't a 10-minute walk around your house. We spend 45 minutes to an hour examining every component—plus builder-specific issues that quick inspections miss.

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)

Builder Quality Check

  • Fastener pattern (4-nail vs. 6-nail)
  • Starter strip installation (often skipped on rear eaves)
  • Underlayment type and proper overlap
  • Ridge ventilation balance
  • Drip edge presence and condition
  • Pipe boot quality and seal integrity
  • Flashing at wall transitions

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 Leander homes, we specifically note builder installation quality alongside any storm damage or wear issues. This report is yours to keep for insurance claims, real estate negotiations, builder warranty submissions, or your own records—regardless of whether you do any work with us.

What Brought You Here? Find Your Situation.

Leander homeowners come to us for inspections for different reasons. No matter what brought you here, we can help.

"There was a storm and I think I have damage."

Storm damage inspection with insurance-ready documentation. We find the damage your adjuster would miss and can meet with them on-site when you file.

"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 properly. If it doesn't, we'll save you from an unnecessary claim.

"I'm buying a home in Leander."

Full inspection with written report. We check builder installation quality alongside condition—things general home inspectors miss on production-built homes. Use it for negotiations.

"I'm selling my Leander home."

Know what a buyer's inspector will find before you list. In Leander's competitive market, a clean roof report prevents $15K-$25K in last-minute price reductions.

"My builder warranty is expiring soon."

Smart timing. We identify builder defects—insufficient nailing, missing starter strip, underlayment issues—that are still covered under warranty. After expiration, those defects are your responsibility.

"I have a leak but can't find where it's coming from."

We'll find where water is getting in. On Leander's production-built homes, leaks often trace back to improperly sealed flashing at wall transitions or failed pipe boots—not obvious shingle damage.

"Another roofer said I need a new roof. Is that true?"

Honest second opinion. If you need a new roof, we'll confirm it and explain why. If you don't, we'll tell you that too. Many Leander roofs we inspect for second opinions don't actually need replacement.

"I just want to know what's up there."

Peace of mind. Complete inspection, honest findings. If everything's good, you'll sleep better. If there's something to monitor or address, you'll know before it becomes expensive.

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How Our Leander Roof Inspection Works

1

Schedule (Same-Day Often Available)

Call us or fill out the form. We'll ask about your situation and schedule a time that works. Real estate transactions and warranty deadlines get priority scheduling.

2

We Arrive and Explain What We'll Do

Our inspector arrives on time at your Leander home and explains exactly what they'll be examining. We'll ask about your specific concerns and the age of your home so we know what builder shortcuts to look for.

3

Full Inspection (45-60 Minutes)

We inspect the roof surface, builder installation quality, attic (if accessible), and exterior components. Photos of every area including any damage, wear, or builder-specific issues we find.

4

We Walk You Through What We Found

We show you photos on the spot and explain our findings in plain English. No jargon, no scare tactics. If your Leander roof is fine, we'll tell you that clearly.

5

Written Report With Photos (Same Day)

Detailed report documenting condition, any damage, builder quality notes, and photos. Yours to keep for insurance, negotiations, warranty claims, or your records.

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Recommendations (If Any)

If work is needed, we'll explain options and provide an estimate. If your roof is fine, we say so. If minor items need monitoring, we'll note them. No pressure, no follow-up calls.

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Three Stages of Leander Roof Ownership — What We Check at Each

Whether your Leander home is approaching warranty expiration, recently built, or well-established, the inspection focus changes based on your roof's age and history.

Warranty-Age Homes

2014-2017 builds, approaching 10-year expiration

What we focus on:

  • Insufficient fastener patternsManufacturers specify 6 nails for high-wind zones. Some builders used 4. Defects found now are the builder's responsibility to fix.
  • Missing or improper starter stripsEspecially on back eaves where inspectors rarely look during construction.
  • Underlayment overlap issuesShort overlaps let water wick underneath, causing hidden damage over time.
  • Inadequate ventilationMinimum code ventilation that causes excess attic heat and accelerates shingle aging.

Recent Production Homes

2018+ builds, Crystal Falls, Travisso, Bryson

What we focus on:

  • Builder-grade material assessmentEntry-level shingles age faster. We establish baseline condition before problems surface.
  • Early wear detectionOn 3-7 year roofs, we identify premature deterioration that shouldn't be happening yet.
  • Installation quality checkNail patterns, flashing details, and ventilation adequacy before warranty periods end.
  • Storm vulnerability assessmentBuilder shortcuts like insufficient nailing make roofs more susceptible to wind and hail damage.

Established Leander

Pre-2012 homes, Block House Creek, Lakeline Ranch

What we focus on:

  • Remaining roof lifeHonest assessment of how many years of service are left before replacement becomes necessary.
  • Cumulative storm damage15+ years of Central Texas storms leave damage that compounds over time.
  • Past repair qualityWere previous repairs done correctly, or did they create new problems that need addressing?
  • Foundation movement effectsOlder homes on Leander's clay soils may show pulled flashing and shifted connections.

The inspection is free. Knowing which stage your Leander roof is in—and what to look for—is what separates an honest assessment from a generic one.

Why Leander 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 were here before most Leander subdivisions broke ground. We're not storm chasers—we live and work in this community.

Truly Free, Truly Thorough

45-60 minute inspections covering every component plus builder quality checks. No strings attached, no obligation.

Honest Assessments

If your Leander roof is fine, we'll tell you. We'd rather earn your trust than push an unnecessary sale.

Written Reports With Photos

Documentation for insurance, real estate, builder warranty, or your own records. Yours to keep regardless.

We Know Leander's Builders

We've inspected hundreds of production-built Leander homes. We know exactly what shortcuts to look for and where builders typically cut corners.

Same-Day Availability

Real estate deadlines, warranty expirations, and storm damage don't wait. We accommodate urgent Leander inspections whenever possible.

What Leander Homeowners Say About Our Inspections

Real reviews from Leander homeowners who trusted us with their roof inspections

Tina and Mark Ellison

Google

Getting ready to list our Summerlyn home and our realtor suggested a roof inspection before going to market. Altair found that the builder had missed a section of starter strip along the back eave and two pipe boots were cracked. Nothing catastrophic, but exactly the kind of thing a buyer's inspector would flag. They repaired everything for under $400 and gave us a clean report we could show prospective buyers. Our home sold in 11 days with zero roof issues raised. Worth every penny of the repair to avoid a $15K negotiation headache.

Leander, TX

Steve Nakamura

Google

A storm chaser knocked on our Crystal Falls door the morning after the August hailstorm and said we definitely had damage. My wife was skeptical—he never even got on the roof. Called Altair for a second opinion. Their inspector spent 45 minutes up there and found actual hail damage on the south slope—about 30 impacts—but the other three slopes were fine. The door-knocker wanted to file for a full replacement. Altair said a targeted repair was the honest answer. Filed with USAA, adjuster agreed with Altair's assessment. Repair done in one day. Saved us from an unnecessary replacement and a higher insurance claim.

Leander, TX

Lauren Bridges

Google

Our Block House Creek home was built in 2015 and I realized the builder warranty was about to expire. Scheduled a free inspection with Altair hoping they'd find nothing. Instead, they found the builder had used only four nails per shingle where the manufacturer specifies six for our wind zone, plus the underlayment overlap was short in two areas. Altair documented everything and I submitted it to the builder before the warranty expired. Builder sent a crew to correct both issues at no cost to us. Without that inspection, those defects would have been our problem for the life of the roof.

Leander, TX

Gregory H.

Google

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.

Leander, TX

Laura S.

Google

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.

Leander, TX

Dennis W.

Google

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.

Leander, TX

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Leander Neighborhoods We Inspect

From the earliest Leander builds in Block House Creek and Summerlyn to the newest phases in Crystal Falls and Travisso, we inspect roofs across every Leander neighborhood.

Crystal FallsTravissoMason HillsBrysonCold SpringsSummerlynBlock House CreekBenbrook RanchHorizon ParkReagan's OverlookBar W RanchPalmera RidgeLarkspurSarita ValleyRancho SiennaDeerbrookeLakeline RanchParksideRosenbusch RanchOverlook EstatesApple SpringsNorth CreekMason CreekMagnolia CreekConnellys CrossingCounty GlenHighland OaksHomesteadSavanna RanchRidgewood SouthSummerlyn WestCap Rock at Crystal FallsGrand Mesa at Crystal FallsFalcon OaksVista RidgeHawkes LandingCaughfieldMason RanchScenic OverlookOld Town Village

Serving Leander & Western Williamson County

Whether you're checking storm damage in Crystal Falls or doing a pre-purchase inspection on a Bryson home, we're there. We cover all of Leander and the Greater Austin area. If you're within 100 miles of Austin, we've got you covered.

Roof Inspection Questions Leander Homeowners Ask

Answers to the questions we hear most from homeowners across Leander and western Williamson 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 need work—and many Leander roofs don't—we'll tell you honestly and you owe us nothing. We've been doing this since 2008.
My Leander home is only 5-8 years old. Does it really need an inspection?
Age alone doesn't tell you the condition of your roof. Many Leander production builders installed entry-level materials with minimum code installation. Some of those roofs are already showing premature wear—granule loss, curling edges, or failed seal strips—at 5-8 years. Add Central Texas hail and wind exposure, and even a newer roof can have hidden problems. An inspection tells you what you're actually dealing with.
How long does a roof inspection take?
A thorough inspection takes 45 minutes to an hour depending on roof size and accessibility. On Leander's production-built homes, we pay special attention to builder-specific shortcuts—fastener patterns, starter strip installation, underlayment quality—that quick 10-15 minute inspections miss entirely. If someone spends less than 30 minutes on your roof, they're not really inspecting it.
I'm buying a home in Leander. Can you inspect before closing?
Yes, and we do pre-purchase inspections frequently in Leander. We can usually schedule within 24-48 hours. Given that most Leander homes are production-built, we specifically look for builder shortcuts that a general home inspector may not catch. You'll get a detailed report with photos you can use for negotiations.
I'm selling my Leander 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 than to be blindsided during negotiations. Leander's $350K-$550K market expects move-in ready homes. If your roof has issues, we'll tell you honestly so you can decide whether to repair, replace, or adjust your price—before a buyer uses it as leverage.
A storm chaser knocked on my door and said I have damage. Should I get a second opinion?
Absolutely. After every significant storm, door-knockers flood Leander's newer neighborhoods claiming damage that may or may not exist. Some are legitimate, many are not. We'll give you an honest assessment—if you have damage, we'll document it properly. If you don't, we'll tell you and save you the headache of filing a claim you don't need.
There was a storm last week but I don't see damage from the ground. Should I still get inspected?
Yes. Hail damage and wind damage on Leander's production-built roofs are often invisible from ground level. Broken seal strips, hairline shingle cracks, and loosened flashing look normal from your driveway. A free inspection takes the guesswork out of it. If there's no damage, you'll have peace of mind. If there is, you'll want to file a claim before the next storm makes it worse.
My builder's 10-year warranty is about to expire. Should I get inspected?
Yes—this is one of the smartest reasons to schedule an inspection. Many Leander homes built in 2015-2016 are approaching their 10-year structural warranty expiration. An inspection now can identify builder defects—improper underlayment overlap, insufficient nailing, flashing issues—that are still covered under warranty. After expiration, those defects become your responsibility.
Do you provide a written report?
Yes. Every inspection includes a detailed written report with photos of everything we find, along with honest recommendations. On Leander homes, we document builder installation quality alongside any storm damage or wear issues. This report is yours to keep for insurance, negotiations, builder warranty claims, or your own records.
Can you inspect my roof for an insurance claim?
Absolutely. We specialize in insurance documentation for Leander homeowners. Our reports include everything adjusters need: photos, measurements, damage maps, and professional assessment distinguishing storm damage from wear. We can also meet with your adjuster on-site to walk every slope together.
How do I know you won't just tell me I need a new roof to make a sale?
Look at our reviews. We've been in business since 2008—long before most Leander subdivisions were built. If your roof is fine, telling you that earns your trust and future business. Telling you that you need work when you don't would destroy our reputation. Our business runs on honesty, not one-time sales.
How soon can you come out for a Leander inspection?
Often same-day or next-day. We know some inspections are time-sensitive—real estate transactions, warranty deadlines, or recent storm damage. Call us and we'll do our best to accommodate your timeline.
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Don't Wonder About Your Leander Roof. Know.

A free inspection takes less than an hour and gives you real answers. Storm damage, builder-grade concerns, warranty deadlines, pre-sale preparation, or just peace of mind—we'll tell you exactly what's going on with your Leander roof. No pressure, no obligation, no follow-up sales calls.

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