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Independent Roof Inspection Services Ltd
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Private User
Private User
Private User reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

leaking roof

Dave scheduled an appointment for us in a very short notice to accomodate our urgent need.

He was on time, actually even a bit earlier, by the time we met, he had already had a brief exam of the roof. He went onto the roof twice that morning in order to thoroughly address our questions and concerns. He spotted the problem that caused the leaking as well as a few other problematic areas. He backed his inspection verdicts with pictures and further explained to us what needs to be done. Because the problems are caused by the neighbour's construction and need to be taken care of from their side, Dave even approached their contractor on our behalf and discussed the solution.

Throughtout the whole meeting, he was professional and curtesous. More importantly, Dave kept his words, he sent me the inspection report in 2 days and came back after a week to check the remedy for the leaking which we feel is very considerate and responsible. He also promised to come back and check the other problematic spots once the construction is completely finished. What more can i say? We are very impressed with his service and look forward to seeing Dave soon.

Approximate cost of services:
$420.00
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Jenn
Jenn
5 reviews Mississauga, ON
10/10

Quick, easy but in-depth roof inspection

We had our roof redone and there were issues with leaks etc. immediately after. The roofing company provided by insurance said we needed a whole new roof again and provided a quote for them to complete (to be paid out of our pocket and not covered by insurance). After getting burned, I made sure to do a little extra due diligence and hired Independent Roof Inspection Services to come and provide a 3rd party, objective report on whether or not the full roof actually needed to be replaced. David and his son were fantastic to work with. They were responsive, attentive to details, reasonably priced and provided a great report showing the issues on my roof. I trust their expertise and would recommend their services.

Approximate cost of services:
$325.00
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Salim
Salim
5 reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

New home roof inspection

I hired Dave to have a look at my roof after just completing a new home build. I was wary of the quality of the work the roofing subcontractors had done per our agreement. Dave did a thorough review of the roof and provided appropriate recommendations. I have yet to present the findings to the subcontractor but there are sufficient issues that will likely save me money on the final payment due. Dave has offered to oversee any of the fixes to ensure they are done correctly. Highly recommend if you need an independent review of your roof.

Approximate cost of services:
$500.00
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Private User
Private User
Private User reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

Roof Inspection

We had hired a roofing contractor who proved to be incompetent and the result was a roof that looked very poor and which leaked with the first rains in the fall.
Dave and his team were excellent. They clearly identified the problem areas and supplied a detailed report that allowed us to complete emergency repairs on the roof before the onset of winter.
The report was also used to support our refusal to complete payment to the roofing contractor who was responsible for the shoddy work.
We have now gone through a the entire winter without any issues.
We would have no hesitation in recommending IRIS to anyone in need of an experienced and professional roof specialist.

Approximate cost of services:
$300.00
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Yvonne B.
Yvonne B.
2 reviews Mississauga, ON
10/10

Roof Inspection

A roofer installed a new roof on my home in July 2011 and during the April and November 2014 wind and rain storms in the GTA, a substantial amount of shingles blew off mine and my three other neighbours' roofs who also had their homes re-shingled by the same roofer. Three other roofing companies advised me that the roof was not installed properly and could not be repaired. Since the roofer refused to take any responsibility for his poor workmanship, I was forced to initiate a Small Claims Court action against him.

I contacted Dave Braughn of Independent Roof Inspection Services on December 4, 2015 to conduct an inspection on my roof; Dave responded promptly and had the job done by December 9th. On December 12th he provided me with a comprehensive report, which identified critical deficiencies in the workmanship and installation of the roof, supporting photo images, assessment of the roofing contract, and recommendations as to how best to resolve the issues and restore the safety of my home. I have no doubt the report provided by Independent Roof Inspection Services will be the critical evidence I need to prove my case in court.

I would have no hesitation in personally recommending Dave Braughn and Independent Roof Inspection Services if anyone I know requires roof inspection.

Approximate cost of services:
$412.45
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John Dixon from Toronto
John Dixon from Toronto
5 reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

Leaking roof inspection

Thank what falls from heaven Independent Roof Inspection Services (IRIS) can save home and business owners alike from bad roofing!

We called Dave Baughn after our new roof leaked, its installer came and "fixed" it, but it still leaked. Dave and his crew came, inspected, reported. Our roofer returned again but this time, under Dave's sharp eye and gentle instruction, finally achieved a no-leak roof.

Dave's supervision of our much less experienced roofer was aided by the excellent report IRIS had given us. It's succinctly detailed, and diagram- and photo-illustrated observations and recommendations were for our money a model of sound reporting. It showed and told readers what needed fixing now, how to do so, and what would later need replacing, why and when.

We very satisfied customers can't recommend IRIS highly enough. [etc.]

Approximate cost of services:
$575.00
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Kat from Oakville
Kat from Oakville
3 reviews Oakville, ON
9/10

Roof & Attic Inspection

I had put a conditional offer on a house and needed a professional to inspect the roof & mouldy attic before making a decision. I made some phone calls, but truth be told, most inspectors won't enter a mouldy attic or climb up on a roof. Thankfully the IRIS team was willing to do both for the sake of a thorough inspection. Despite the fact that the team arrived late, I am absolutely satisfied with their work. The company's reporting is detailed and they welcome follow up questions. Dave, the owner, is lovely to chat with on the phone.

Approximate cost of services:
$375.00
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satisfied customer from Toronto
satisfied customer from Toronto
1 review Toronto, ON
10/10

Roof and Attic Inspection

The roof on my home was done in 2002, due to faulty shingles and inadequate ventilation, I must re-shingle the roof within the next two years or less. I have had quotes from roofing companies but I never felt I was provided with an unbiased opinion I was pressured rather then informed . I called IRIS their inspection was unbiased and objective. Since the inspection I have forwarded them (IRIS) roof quotes and IRIS was accommodating in reviewing the quotes at no extra cost. Given that the roofing industry in Ontario is unregulated I welcome companies like IRIS to walk me through the vagaries of this industry.

Approximate cost of services:
$250.00
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Diana from Toronto
Diana from Toronto
2 reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

Flat Roof Inspection

We've had difficulty with moisture around some drywall screws in the ceiling on the second floor of our "newish" house each spring for some time. We weren't sure if the issue was a leak or ventilation. Dave came by and inspected for us and determined that there were no leaks but that lack of ventilation (condensation) was the cause of the moisture issues we've seen. Not sure why our builder didn't vent the roof at the original build but we have since installed roof vents and are looking forward to dry ceilings this spring!

Approximate cost of services:
$950.00
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Bill
Bill
13 reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

Roof Inspection

After heavy snow from this past winter, I wanted to know what had happened with my dual flat and peaked roof, but my house is too tall and I do not like heights.

When I saw IRIS inspecting my neighbours’ roof, I thought that is exactly what I needed. After I contacted IRIS, they immediately came and examined my roof, and attic, too. After the inspection, I received a very detailed report, which included photos of my roof and the sites to watch out for and repair, along with the expected cost for repairs. This has been incredibly useful when trying to obtain a contractor as I know what the problems are and how much a quote should be, as well as to know when in the future I will likely need to replace shingles and the flat roof.

Approximate cost of services:
$500.00
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Company Response

Thanks Bill. It's personally gratifying when I help people with roofing issues. We work for our customer, no one else.
Dave.

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Meet the Independent Roof Inspection Team Servicing the GTA At Independent Roof Inspection Services, we were salesman, estimators, and roofers. Roofing was what we did. We all climbed up ladders, loaded building materials and made a mess. However, when we were done, the property was always thoroughly cleaned up and ...
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