Free Roof Inspection in Keller TX: What's Actually Included (2026 Guide)

TL;DR -- A free roof inspection from 3:16 Roofing in Keller, Texas takes 35-45 minutes on a typical 2,500 sqft single-story, ends with a written field report and a minimum of 12 photos, and includes an honest 'no replacement needed' answer if that's what the roof shows. About one in three inspections every year ends exactly that way. No sales pressure, no obligation, and the report stays with you whether or not you hire us.

What 'Free Roof Inspection' Actually Means at 3:16 Roofing

A roof inspection is supposed to answer one question: does this roof need work, and if so, how much. The honest answer requires looking at the whole roof -- not just the spot the homeowner is worried about. Our 35-45 minute inspection process covers: shingle field condition (granule loss, cupping, cracking, hail bruising), flashing details (chimney, walls, plumbing penetrations, skylights), valleys and ridges, drip edge and starter course, gutter line attachment, and visible attic ventilation. The deliverable is a written field report with a minimum of 12 photos, organized by problem area, and a plain-English recommendation: repair-eligible, needs replacement, or no action needed.

What it is NOT: a sales pitch in a driveway. We don't write contracts on the spot. We send the photo report, you take a few days, you decide. About 30-35 percent of our annual inspections end with 'no replacement needed' -- a free written report you can keep on file for insurance or the next storm event.

Who Qualifies for a Free Inspection

Free roof inspections at 3:16 Roofing are available to homeowners and commercial property managers across the DFW Metroplex. Our year-round service core is a 25-mile radius from our Keller office at 424 Keller Parkway (Keller 76248, Fort Worth, Southlake 76092, Roanoke 76262, Colleyville, Trophy Club, Grapevine, North Richland Hills, Westlake, Flower Mound, Haslet, Saginaw, Bedford, Argyle), with extended coverage out to 50 miles across DFW (Frisco, Plano, Denton, Lewisville, Arlington, McKinney, Allen, Carrollton, Irving, and surrounding cities) for storm response, commercial projects, and residential roofing. The inspection itself is free regardless of whether you ultimately hire us for any work.

We do ask that an adult be on site for the start of the inspection (5-10 minutes for property walk-through) and at the end (20-30 minutes for the photo report and recommendation). Most inspections are completed in a single 35-45 minute appointment. Same-week appointments are standard across DFW; same-day response is standard during active hail or wind storm events.

What the Inspection Process Looks Like in DFW Storm Season

DFW hail season (typically late March through early August) accounts for over half our annual inspection volume. Insurance carriers want documentation of damage tied to specific storm dates. Our field inspectors carry annotated event maps for the Tarrant County hail database, so when you call after a storm we already know what was reported at your address and on what date. The written photo report we produce documents the date of inspection, weather conditions, visible damage, and tie-back to the storm event when applicable -- the documentation an insurance adjuster needs to approve a claim.

Important context on storm-season roofers in DFW: the Texas Insurance Council estimated 600+ unlicensed or out-of-state roofing crews operated in Tarrant County during the 2023 storm season. Most are gone before the supplements get filed in October. Our year-round 25-mile core radius from Keller has answered the phone (817) 402-7663 since 2017 -- and we extend out to 50 miles across DFW for storm response without losing the local accountability. The warranty conversation in 2031 will use the same number. That's the operational difference.

What's Included in Writing

Every 3:16 Roofing inspection produces a written field report that includes: (1) Date, time, and weather conditions of inspection. (2) Aerial drone imagery of the entire roof surface (when wind conditions permit). (3) Ground-level photos of every visible damage area, with annotations. (4) Detailed photo-by-photo descriptions in plain English (no industry jargon). (5) Recommendation: repair-eligible (with scope estimate), replacement-eligible (with material options), or no action needed. (6) Storm event tie-back where applicable. (7) Estimated remaining useful life of the existing roof system. (8) Notes on flashing, ventilation, gutters, and any safety concerns. The report typically runs 8-15 pages depending on the property size and findings.

You receive the full report by email, typically within 24 hours of the inspection. The report stays with you whether or not you proceed with any work. Several Keller homeowners have used our reports during home sale negotiations, insurance disputes, and HOA compliance verification.

For Religious and Institutional Properties

3:16 Roofing has handled commercial and institutional inspections across DFW since 2017, including churches, religious schools, community centers, and faith-based campus properties. Institutional inspections differ from residential in scope: we evaluate large flat or low-slope sections (TPO, EPDM, modified bitumen, BUR), parapet and edge metal details, large-scale drainage (drains, scuppers, overflow), HVAC curb flashing, and access from rooftop. The written report includes specific maintenance schedule recommendations and a remaining-useful-life estimate based on the system in place. We provide free assessments within our 25-mile year-round service core (Keller, Fort Worth, Southlake, Colleyville, Grapevine, Trophy Club, Roanoke, North Richland Hills) and extend coverage to 50 miles across the DFW Metroplex for larger campus assessments. Call (817) 402-7663 or schedule online to coordinate an inspection during a low-activity window.

Commercial Building Inspections

For commercial roof inspections, the deliverable expands to include moisture scanning data (when requested), core cut documentation for warranty submittals, and condition reporting suitable for property manager files. We have completed commercial inspections across Tarrant County for warehouse, retail, light industrial, and church properties since 2017. Authorized manufacturer relationships include Mule-Hide, Carlisle SynTec, GAF EverGuard, Holcim Elevate, Versico, and Johns Manville. Commercial inspections are free within our 25-mile year-round core radius and extend to 50 miles across DFW for qualifying commercial RFPs and storm response.

What Happens After the Inspection

If the report shows no action needed: you keep the documentation, we don't follow up with sales calls. About 30-35 percent of our annual inspections end this way -- and that's intentional. A roofer that tries to sell every roof they inspect isn't an inspector; they are a salesperson with a ladder. We'd rather earn the call back in three years when something actually needs doing than push a replacement that doesn't.

If the report shows repair-eligible damage: we provide a written repair scope and price, typically within 48 hours of the inspection. Most repairs can be scheduled within 1-2 weeks. Repairs include a 12-month workmanship warranty. About 40 percent of our inspections end this way.

If the report shows replacement-eligible damage or end-of-life: we provide a detailed replacement proposal that includes material options (architectural asphalt, impact-rated Class 4, metal standing seam, metal R-panel, or tile), manufacturer certifications and warranties, our workmanship warranty, and insurance claim coordination if applicable. Replacement decisions should never be made in your driveway -- we send the proposal, you take 2-3 weeks if you need to, you decide.

Credentials Behind the Inspection

3:16 Roofing and Construction LLC has been a family-owned Keller business since 2017, founded by Marcos and Rachel Garza. We are RCAT Licensed (#03-0246), IBHS FORTIFIED Wise Certified Roofer (one of fewer than 50 such designations in Texas), BBB A+ Accredited with zero unresolved complaints, Google Guaranteed, and Fort Worth Magazine Editor's Pick for Best Roofing Company. Our 4.9-star Google rating reflects 239+ verified reviews accumulated steadily over time, not all at once. We have completed 4,000+ residential and commercial roofs in DFW since founding.

Field inspectors carry CertainTeed SELECT ShingleMaster, Malarkey Emerald Pro, and IKO Roof Pro SELECT manufacturer certifications. Every inspection vehicle is marked with the company name, phone number, and license number. Crews are bilingual (English/Spanish). Trucks have Texas plates registered to the company at 424 Keller Parkway.

How to Schedule

Schedule a free inspection by calling (817) 402-7663 (live answer during business hours, same-day callback otherwise) or online at 316roofingtx.com/contact-us. Same-week appointments are standard across DFW. Same-day response is standard during active hail or wind storm events. For commercial or religious property inspections, mention the property type when scheduling so we can assign the right inspector and budget the appropriate time window.

Our year-round service core covers a 25-mile radius from 424 Keller Parkway, Keller TX 76248 -- the entire Tarrant County north corridor (Keller, Southlake, Roanoke, Trophy Club, Grapevine, Colleyville, North Richland Hills, Bedford, Westlake, Flower Mound, Haslet, Saginaw) plus Fort Worth and Denton County (Argyle, Lantana, Justin). For storm response, commercial projects, and residential roofing, we extend coverage to 50 miles across the DFW Metroplex -- including Frisco, Plano, Denton, Lewisville, Arlington, McKinney, Allen, Carrollton, Irving, Prosper, Celina, Mansfield, Garland, The Colony, Rockwall, and surrounding cities. If you're not sure if your address is in our coverage area, call (817) 402-7663 and we will confirm.