Roof condition review
A careful visual assessment of accessible roofing components, explained in plain language.
Independent roof guidance · Ontario inquiries welcome
Before you replace your roof, get a second look.
An experienced roof specialist visually assesses the safely accessible parts of your roof, explains the visible condition in plain language and helps you understand reasonable next steps. If you already have a written roofing quote, we can review the proposed work with you.
Reviews start at $249 + HST. Your scope and full price are confirmed before booking.
40+ years behind our standardsNo roofing sales or commissionsClear next steps
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THE SECOND LOOK PROMISEFacts, not a sales pitch.
Start with your concern
What brings you here?
Why Second Look began
One homeowner needed an honest second opinion.
Second Look Roof Review grew from the experience of an older homeowner who was facing a very expensive roofing proposal and did not know who to trust. He did not need another sales pitch. He needed someone experienced, with nothing to sell, to examine the visible roof conditions and explain what work was actually necessary.
That experience made something clear: homeowners need somewhere to turn before making a major roofing decision. Second Look exists to provide that calm, independent second opinion—so you can understand the situation, ask better questions and decide what to do next without pressure.
Before or after a roofing quote
Get informed before—or after—you receive a roofing quote.
If you have not requested quotes yet, we can help you understand the roof’s visible condition and what work may reasonably be needed. That gives you a clearer starting point when speaking with contractors.
If you already have a written quote, we can review the proposed scope, explain what appears reasonable and help you identify the questions to ask before signing.
A contractor’s quote explains the work that contractor proposes to sell. Second Look Roof Review does not compete for the roofing job—you are paying for experienced judgment focused only on your decision.
- No roofing quotation from us
- No commission from the work
- Scope and full price confirmed before booking
What you receive
A specialist’s opinion—not another roofing estimate.
Every roof review is focused on what can be seen, what it means, and what you should do next.
Written report & photos
Clear documentation of visible conditions, concerns, priorities and reasonable next steps.
Quote second opinion
An experienced review when roofing quotes differ or the proposed scope doesn’t make sense.
Satellite roof takeoff
A property-specific aerial measurement report with roof area, pitch, facets, edge lengths and estimated material quantities.
Plan before there’s a problem
Not sure how much life your roof has left?
You may not need a new roof today, but knowing its general condition can help you prepare for what comes next. Second Look Roof Review assesses visible wear, previous repairs and other signs of aging to provide an experienced estimate of the roof’s remaining service life.
While no inspection can guarantee an exact number of years, you’ll have a clearer idea of whether your roof appears healthy, needs maintenance or may require replacement in the foreseeable future—giving you time to plan without pressure or surprises.
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Built on more than 40 years of hands-on Ontario roofing experience
Independent. Experienced. Clear.
The Second Look standard
Roofing advice without the pressure.
The Second Look Standard is built on more than 40 years of hands-on roofing experience. In that time, we’ve learned that the hardest part for homeowners isn’t always the roof itself. It’s knowing who to trust.
Our qualified roof specialists inspect and photograph the visible condition. The findings are documented and reviewed through our office so every customer receives the same careful, independent process.
You get clear findings, honest guidance and reasonable next steps—whether that means repairing, maintaining or replacing your roof.
“If your roof doesn’t need replacing, we’ll tell you.”
That’s the Second Look Standard.
How it works
Four simple steps to a confident decision.
- 1Tell us what happened
Share the concern, property address and any roofing quote you have received.
- 2Book the roof review
The scope and full price are confirmed before the appointment.
- 3A specialist assesses the roof
Safe, accessible components are visually assessed, measured and photographed.
- 4Office review and report
The onsite information is reviewed and organized into clear findings, with a satellite takeoff when included.
Straightforward pricing
Choose the level of detail you need.
Residential pricing shown below. HST is additional. Unusual access or travel is discussed before booking.
Roof Check
$249 + HST
Visual assessment from safe, accessible areas with a verbal explanation of the findings.
Best for: You want a professional opinion about the roof’s visible condition.
Request this service →Second Opinion
$299 + HST
Site assessment plus a review of one written roofing quotation.
Best for: You have a roofing quote and want to know whether the proposed work makes sense.
Request this service →Written Roof Report
$399 + HST
Assessment, labelled photographs and a clear written summary of visible conditions.
Best for: You need photographs and findings documented for your records.
Request this service →Complete Roof Review
$499 + HST
Onsite assessment, review of one written roofing quotation, written findings and a property-specific satellite roof takeoff with material calculations.
Best for: You want the fullest picture before making a major roofing decision.
Request this service →Not sure which service you need?
Call or text us first. We’ll listen to the concern and recommend the least expensive option that gives you the answer you need.
Text 905-581-1501Optional property-specific satellite takeoff
Need measurements to help compare roofing proposals?
A detailed PDF takeoff can show the roof’s size, pitch, edge measurements and estimated material requirements. It is an optional addition for homeowners who want another consistent set of measurements when comparing quotes.
✓ Total roof area and roofing squares✓ Roof pitch and individual roof sections✓ Eaves, rakes, ridges, hips and valleys✓ Flashing measurements✓ Estimated material quantities and waste factors✓ A complete property-specific PDF report
Satellite measurements are estimates based on available aerial imagery. Final dimensions and material orders should always be verified in the field.
EXAMPLE REPORTPitch & direction measurement
- Total roof area
- 1,148 sq ft
- Roof facets
- 10
- Predominant pitch
- 12/12
- Eaves + rakes
- 170 ft
- Hips + ridges
- 86 ft
- Suggested waste
- 15–25%
A line that won’t be crossed
Second Look Roof Review will not quote or perform roofing work on a property we inspect.
That separation removes the incentive to exaggerate a problem and protects the credibility of the report.
Common questions
Good questions deserve clear answers.
Why pay for a roof review when roofing quotes are free?
A roofing quote describes work a contractor hopes to perform. We do not compete for that work. Our fee is for independent judgment focused on helping you understand the visible condition, the proposed scope and the questions to ask before deciding.
What happens when I first contact you?
Tell us what concerns you, where the property is and whether you already have a written roofing quote. We’ll explain which review option fits, confirm availability, scope, travel and the full price before anything is booked.
Is this a complete home inspection?
No. This is a limited visual assessment focused on accessible roofing components. It is not a structural, engineering, environmental or full home inspection.
Will the specialist walk on every roof?
No. Weather, pitch, height, material condition and access all affect safety. The onsite specialist decides what can be accessed safely and records any limitations.
Can you tell me exactly how long my roof will last?
No one can guarantee an exact lifespan. We can provide an experienced estimate of remaining service life based on visible conditions and known limitations.
Can the report be used for insurance?
The report can document visible conditions for your records and may help you discuss a decision with your insurer. Acceptance is always determined by the insurance company.
How quickly will I receive a written report?
The normal target is within two business days after the inspection, unless a different timeline is agreed to before booking.
Do you serve all of Ontario?
Ontario inquiries are welcome. Onsite availability and any travel cost are confirmed before booking. Satellite roof takeoffs may be available more broadly where suitable aerial imagery exists.
What is included in the satellite roof takeoff?
The property-specific PDF includes roof area and squares, pitch, facets, eaves, rakes, ridges, hips, valleys, flashing measurements and estimated material quantities at different waste factors.
Are satellite roof measurements guaranteed?
No. They are third-party aerial measurement estimates and may be affected by imagery quality, trees or roof complexity. When key roof dimensions and pitch can be confirmed during the field inspection, those measurements can be entered into the program to refine the roof measurements. Material quantities and waste factors remain estimates because actual usage depends on the roofing product, roof complexity, layout and the installer’s methods and efficiency. The installing contractor should verify final dimensions and determine the quantities to order.
Now taking inquiries
Call before requesting quotes—or after receiving one.
Ontario inquiries are welcome. Onsite availability and any travel cost are confirmed before booking. Satellite takeoffs may be available wherever suitable aerial imagery exists.
Request a roof review
Send us the property address, what concerns you and whether you already have a roofing quote. If you do, include it with your inquiry. You can also ask about a satellite roof takeoff.
We don’t sell roofs or perform the work we review—our only job is to help you understand what your roof actually needs.