Commercial roof inspection cost
What a Commercial Roof Inspection Costs
A commercial roof inspection costs $0.12 to $0.15 per square foot per year inside our Monitor program, with a $1,500 annual minimum, and standalone assessments are quoted by square footage and number of buildings within one business day.
What does a commercial roof inspection cost?
A commercial roof inspection with our robotic scan and PE-stamped report costs $0.12 to $0.15 per square foot per year in our Monitor program, with a $1,500 annual minimum.
The examples below apply that rate to common roof sizes. They show how the minimum works on small roofs and how the total scales on large ones.
| Roof size | At $0.12 | At $0.15 | What you pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10,000 sq ft | $1,200 | $1,500 | $1,500 minimum |
| 50,000 sq ft | $6,000 | $7,500 | $6,000 to $7,500 |
| 100,000 sq ft | $12,000 | $15,000 | $12,000 to $15,000 |
| 200,000 sq ft | $24,000 | $30,000 | $24,000 to $30,000 |
Figures are calculated from the published Monitor rate. Your quote depends on the roof itself.
What makes one roof cost more than another?
One roof costs more to inspect than another because of its size, its access, the number of penetrations and rooftop units, the number of roof levels, and how far apart the buildings in a portfolio are.
- Size: larger roofs cost less per square foot because setup is spread across more area.
- Access: a roof hatch is faster than a lift, and a lift adds equipment time.
- Complexity: many penetrations, curbs and levels mean more points to document.
- Location: buildings grouped in one area cost less than buildings spread across counties.
- Records: prior reports and roof plans shorten the work, so send them with your request.
Roof system type matters less than owners expect. We inspect TPO, EPDM, PVC, foam, modified bitumen and built-up roofs with the same process.
What an inspection saves usually matters more than what it costs. A Moisture Map that limits a repair to the wet sections, rather than a full replacement, can outweigh years of inspection fees. So can finding a blocked drain before it becomes interior damage.
Is a roof inspection cheaper as part of a program?
Yes, inspection is cheaper as part of a program, because visits are scheduled in advance, grouped by location, and priced by the year rather than one call at a time.
Programs also change what the inspection is worth. A single inspection is a snapshot. A program builds a record, year over year, that shows how the roof is changing and supports warranty and insurance documentation.
| Program | Price per sq ft per year | Annual minimum | Inspections per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monitor | $0.12 to $0.15 | $1,500 | One, with robotic scan |
| Protect | $0.22 to $0.25 | $2,500 | Two, plus post-storm |
| Manage | $0.40 to $0.45 | $4,500 | Two, plus post-storm, with cleaning and 24-hour leak response |
Everything included in each tier is on the maintenance programs and pricing page.
What does an assessment include?
An assessment includes a visual inspection of drainage, penetrations, HVAC curbs and flashings, our robotic scan below the membrane, geo-tagged photos, and a PE-stamped report within 48 hours.
- Moisture Map showing where water sits in the roof assembly.
- Deficiency Map with every recorded defect, photographed and located.
- Roof Condition Score from 0 to 100.
- Estimated Remaining Service Life in years.
- 3D and AutoCAD roof plans.
The report is written for more than one reader. The facilities team uses the Deficiency Map to schedule repairs, the asset manager uses the condition score to compare buildings, and the finance team uses Remaining Service Life to set the capital budget.
There is no charge for core cuts and patching because we make none. For the full list of what is reviewed, see the commercial roof inspection checklist.
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What else do owners ask about commercial roof inspection cost?
How much does a commercial roof inspection cost for a small building?
Small roofs fall under the $1,500 annual minimum in our Monitor program. For a 10,000-square-foot roof, the minimum applies.
What is the roof inspection price per square foot?
In our Monitor program, $0.12 to $0.15 per square foot per year, including the robotic scan and PE-stamped report.
Why is there a minimum?
Every visit has fixed costs for travel, setup, engineering review and reporting, regardless of roof size.
Can I buy a one-time inspection?
Yes. Standalone assessments are quoted by square footage and number of buildings within one business day.
Is the report included in the price?
Yes. The PE-stamped report with all maps, scores and roof plans is included.
Do you charge extra for the scan?
No. The robotic scan is part of every inspection we perform.
Are repairs included?
Not in Monitor. Protect includes light repairs up to $1,500 a year, and Manage up to $2,500 a year.
Do portfolios get better pricing?
Portfolios usually cost less per building because visits are grouped by location. Ask for a portfolio quote.
How fast can I get a quote?
Within one business day of your request.
What do I need to send for an accurate quote?
The address, approximate roof square footage, number of buildings and any prior reports or roof plans.
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