Househand

How often should you inspect your roof?

Every 6 months (twice a year).

Best months: May and November (Northern Hemisphere)

How to do it

From the ground with binoculars, look for missing, curled or cracked shingles and damaged flashing around vents and the chimney.

Why it matters

A small repair caught early prevents a leak into the attic.

Recommended interval: every 6 months, per National Roofing Contractors Association.

General guidance for a typical home; the manufacturer's instructions come first.

Track “Inspect the roof” free See the full checklist

Get reminded when it is due

Paper works until it goes on the fridge and stays there. The Househand app keeps the same checklist and tells you when each job comes due, based on when you last did it.

  • A reminder when a job is due, not on a fixed date
  • A history of what you did and when
  • The same schedule as this site, optional tasks and all

The app is not in the stores yet. Until it is, track your house in the browser: same schedule, same rules.

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