For real estate agents
Roof inspections for real estate agents, buyers and sellers
Pre-listing inspections and repair estimates for residential agents, so the roof is a known quantity before the listing, the pricing and the negotiation.
Chapter 01
Before the listing goes live
The condition of a roof is a critical factor for both buyers and sellers, because it influences property value, the way negotiations go and the success of the whole transaction. A proactive agent can recommend a roof inspection by a qualified roofing contractor before the sign goes in the yard.
Foster Roofing provides a detailed assessment of the roof's condition and highlights any repairs or replacements that are needed, so you can describe the roof accurately to a buyer. Addressing those concerns early lets sellers avoid last-minute hiccups during negotiations, and it lets you list the house with the roof already accounted for.
Our team inspects steep, high or hard-to-reach areas by drone, without unnecessary foot traffic on the roof. High-resolution drone photos and video help identify leaks, storm damage, missing shingles, flashing issues and general wear, and they document what was found so the report has pictures behind it.
A close drone view across a finished charcoal shingle roof and its ridge cap
Pricing the house and talking about the roof honestly
The roof's condition directly affects the property's value. A deteriorating or damaged roof can lead to lower appraisals and less interest from buyers. Our assessment gives you data to price the property on its current condition, which helps prevent overpricing or underpricing because the roof was overlooked.
With our report in hand, an agent has a stronger position in negotiation. If repairs are needed, you can show buyers a transparent estimate of what they involve. Or the seller can fix the roof before listing and use its improved condition as a selling point to support a higher asking price.
Chapter 03
Closing on time
Roof problems are a common reason closings slip. When a seller handles the necessary repairs before listing, the sale moves more smoothly, and on the buyer's side a clear understanding of the roof reduces the chance of unexpected repairs after the purchase. Either office can start with a free inspection.
For buyers, a solid roof means security. Touring a home, they appreciate knowing the roof is in good condition, and if repairs are needed they can go ahead with the purchase knowing they have accurate information and can plan for future expenses. The roof stops being the unknown in the deal.
What agents and buyers learn from us
We educate agents and buyers about different roofing materials, maintenance needs and how long a roof can be expected to last. That helps buyers make informed decisions and gives you a deeper understanding of the properties you are working with. We have roofed homes across Northwest Arkansas and the River Valley since 1994, so the answers come from work on roofs in your market.
Foster Roofing also has extensive networks in the construction and real estate industries. We can recommend other reliable professionals for additional home inspections, repairs or improvements, which is a resource for agents and for their customers alike, and it gives a buyer's follow-up question a ready answer.
Locally owned since 1994 and Arkansas State Licensed #0156360427, with an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau in both Springdale and Fort Smith.
The eight ways we help
A valuable ally to residential real estate agents
- Pre-listing Inspections and Repairs
- Find the problems before a buyer does, and fix them on your schedule.
- Accurate Property Valuation
- Price the home on the roof it really has.
- Negotiation
- A transparent estimate gives you facts to bring to the table.
- Buyer Confidence
- Buyers can plan for future expenses with accurate information.
- Timely Transactions
- Repairs done before listing mean fewer delays at closing.
- Educational Support
- Agents and buyers learn about materials, maintenance and longevity.
- Network and Recommendations
- We can point you to other reliable professionals for the rest of the home.
- Pivotal To Your Success
- From valuation to negotiation support, the roof report helps a sale succeed for both sides.
Your client needs the roof replaced rather than repaired? Read how a roof replacement works, or point them to financing with approved credit.