@davidelks8972 I guess it depends on the condition of the shingle. I’ve been on a 7/12 that was 25 years old and little to no granules left, and it scared me to death. I can walk on a 10/12 with no problem, if the shingle is in good condition. I can also walk on 12/12 for about a minute, but then I have to get off. Work on your flexibility of your ankles. The surface that your boot touches on the roof, the more grip the cougar paws will have. Most people slip because they’re walking on the balls of their feet. Also make sure your pads are in good shape on your boots. Hope this makes sense.
@justhunt1070 if it is a roof or wind claim, we are required to draw the roof. Some carriers will provide these measurements, but most don’t. I measure with a tape measure, and eventually you’ll get very fast and good at doing it. I am required to sketch the roof, even if there’s no damage, so measurements are most of the time needed.
We just had golf ball sized hail here. My cars windshield is smashed and car is dented up pretty good too. I haven't gotten up on the roof yet. Should I get a roofer out first or just file a claim with my insurance?
@dangolfishin What state do you live in? Typically if you have had the hail, I would definitely call an insurance claim on the house. You don’t need a roofer to do the inspection. You will have to call another claim in for your car with your auto policy.
As a roofing contractor, it is always very informative and helpful to watch your videos to make sure we are steering homeowners in the right direction as to whether they have enough damage worthy of a claim. Thanks Daniel!
@RoscoPColtrane17 Unfortunately, independent adjusters cannot use drones for our inspections. The employee staff adjusters use them since the Carrier is responsible for their medical care and does not want to put the employee at risk of falling. Maybe one day the Carrier will change their mind, but for now, it's boots on the roof!
@ajgumper6273 Good question. Each carrier and State is different in regards to this. If the roof was exposed and I saw missing plywood, then I might add some to the estimate since the shingles need a nailable surface. But this is tricky, cause wear and tear could have caused it, and therefore this would not be covered.
@marlonlicup10 Each Carrier is different and how they handle wind or water damage. This Carrier, Universal North America, replaces 20 yr 3 TAB entire roof shingles for very little wind damage. The roof replacement will solve the leaking issue, even if I really couldn't definitively find it. Most Carriers will not replace shingles even if they are leaking, unless they are wind damaged.
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Is there a certain pitch to a roof that you don't walk on?
@davidelks8972 I guess it depends on the condition of the shingle. I’ve been on a 7/12 that was 25 years old and little to no granules left, and it scared me to death. I can walk on a 10/12 with no problem, if the shingle is in good condition. I can also walk on 12/12 for about a minute, but then I have to get off. Work on your flexibility of your ankles. The surface that your boot touches on the roof, the more grip the cougar paws will have. Most people slip because they’re walking on the balls of their feet. Also make sure your pads are in good shape on your boots. Hope this makes sense.
how did you get the roof dimensions for your sketch? and did you do that before or after you determined if there was a claim or not
@justhunt1070 if it is a roof or wind claim, we are required to draw the roof. Some carriers will provide these measurements, but most don’t. I measure with a tape measure, and eventually you’ll get very fast and good at doing it. I am required to sketch the roof, even if there’s no damage, so measurements are most of the time needed.
Always learning. !! Thank you
You are welcome
We just had golf ball sized hail here. My cars windshield is smashed and car is dented up pretty good too. I haven't gotten up on the roof yet. Should I get a roofer out first or just file a claim with my insurance?
@dangolfishin What state do you live in? Typically if you have had the hail, I would definitely call an insurance claim on the house. You don’t need a roofer to do the inspection. You will have to call another claim in for your car with your auto policy.
God that music makes this unwatchable
So sorry
@danieltheadjuster cut the volume of it in half, and it'll be fine. Or delete it entirely. We are all here to learn not to be entertained
@MEjewelsCo ….appreciate your feedback
Thank you for being a honest inspector! Most are not
@shaunphillips1164 You’re welcome, I appreciate your comment
As a roofing contractor, it is always very informative and helpful to watch your videos to make sure we are steering homeowners in the right direction as to whether they have enough damage worthy of a claim. Thanks Daniel!
@RoofingInsuranceRestoration You are welcome. Glad to help you and the insured.
I wish you were my adjuster. Your honest. Mine wasn't. He nickled and dimed me. Where are you located? I may need help.
@marlonlicup10 Ha ha. Thanks. I’m in Raleigh. Unfortunately you can’t pick your Adjuster. Sorry.
Curious, are you able to use a drone instead of getting on the roof ever? If so, ballpark what % of the time and what are the circumstances? Thanks
@RoscoPColtrane17 Unfortunately, independent adjusters cannot use drones for our inspections. The employee staff adjusters use them since the Carrier is responsible for their medical care and does not want to put the employee at risk of falling. Maybe one day the Carrier will change their mind, but for now, it's boots on the roof!
This video helps me see what scoping would be like. Thank you! I feel like I’m better prepared to start working after watching your videos.
@eugenex.p.3430 Very good news. Thanks for your compliments. Thanks for watching.
Question, would you estimate for new sheathing where the leak was, or is would that be denied to wear and tear, maintenance?
@ajgumper6273 Good question. Each carrier and State is different in regards to this. If the roof was exposed and I saw missing plywood, then I might add some to the estimate since the shingles need a nailable surface. But this is tricky, cause wear and tear could have caused it, and therefore this would not be covered.
Thank you for the video, great info, although I would not be doing two ladders 🤕
Thanks for your comment. It’s all what you’re comfortable with.
Great video! Very thorough.
Thank you so much
very informative video
@user-np8mv7sb9h Glad you liked it
So did you actually replace roof and leakage even though it wasn't really noticeable where the leak came from?
@marlonlicup10 Each Carrier is different and how they handle wind or water damage. This Carrier, Universal North America, replaces 20 yr 3 TAB entire roof shingles for very little wind damage. The roof replacement will solve the leaking issue, even if I really couldn't definitively find it. Most Carriers will not replace shingles even if they are leaking, unless they are wind damaged.
@@danieltheadjuster ok but how do you know its wind damaged ? How can that be proven?
@marlonlicup10 experience. Seeing 5000+ roofs. The damage is very consistent.
@@danieltheadjuster if its flashing or around some sealant issue. Will that be fixed?
@marlonlicup10 no, this would be considered wear and tear.