Roof Inspection Checklist

Verify truss positions match layout drawing with correct centres and bracing specification

Check bracing (longitudinal, diagonal, chevron) installed per truss engineer design

Confirm felt / breathable membrane is correctly lapped (150mm horizontal, 100mm vertical)

Inspect tile batten gauge matches tile manufacturer specification with correct fixings

Check ridge, hip and valley details per manufacturer guidance with correct mortar / dry-fix system

Verify lead flashings and soakers are correctly dressed, code weight matches specification

Confirm soffit and fascia ventilation meets requirements (10mm continuous or equivalent area)

Check roof space insulation plan against design — no gaps, compression or missing quilt

Verify truss clips or framing anchors installed at correct positions to all bearing points

Confirm party wall fire stopping extends to underside of roof covering with no gaps

Check verge detail is correct — mortar bedded or dry verge system properly clipped

Verify water tank platform is correctly positioned and supported per truss engineer detail

Confirm any dormer / roof window construction matches structural design and is weathertight

Check valley tiles / trays are correctly cut and dressed with adequate side lap

Verify roof space pipework (SVPs, overflows) is correctly supported and insulated

Confirm vapour control layer (VCL) is installed where specified (warm roof construction)

Check any solar panel / renewable energy fixings have adequate weatherproofing detail

Verify roof ladder / walkway boards are fitted where specified for maintenance access

Confirm eaves detail — tilting fillet, felt support tray and bird comb correctly installed

Check all penetrations through roof covering (flues, vents, aerials) are correctly sealed