CORE FORENSICS BLOG

Managing commercial roofing systems doesn’t have to be stressful ... or expensive. In fact, just one smart move can save you thousands of dollars and countless headaches: scheduling an annual roof inspection.

At CORE Forensics, we specialize in delivering accurate, unbiased data to help building owners and facility managers make informed decisions before problems escalate. Our Annual Roof System Inspection Service is designed specifically to support long-term roof health, budget planning, and insurance readiness.

The Cost of Reactive vs. Proactive Roof Maintenance

A 15-year alliance study between Firestone Building Products and ProLogis, published in Buildings Magazine, found that:

• Proactive roof maintenance costs averaged $0.14 per square foot
• Reactive roof maintenance costs jumped to $0.25 per square foot

That’s nearly a 40% cost savings for property owners who take a preventative approach. For a 100,000 sq ft roof, this could translate to thousands in annual savings.

Additional data from BOMA (Building Owners and Managers Association) supports the same conclusion: proactive maintenance implementation correlates to longer roof life, better roof performance, and reduced total cost of ownership over time.

What You Get with CORE Forensics’ Annual Inspection Service

Our inspection program is tailored for commercial, institutional, and public sector clients with one building or an entire portfolio. We provide:

• Visual assessments and photographic documentation
• Digital inspection reports with condition summaries and observations
• Pre-loss documentation to support insurance compliance
• Personalized client portal to access asset reports by building, roof type, and condition

Who We Serve

Our clients include:

• Commercial Property Owners
• Municipal Buildings
• School Districts and Universities
• Hospitals and Healthcare Facilities
• Religious Organizations
• Government Agencies

We proudly serve across Texas, Louisiana, Florida, Oklahoma, Colorado, and over a dozen other states nationwide.

Why Partner with CORE Forensics?

We’re more than inspectors — we’re forensic roof specialists with nearly a decade in business and decades of combined roof system and building envelope experience. Our team includes licensed civil engineers and Registered Roof Observers.

We stand by our work with:

• Accurate assessments grounded in science and field expertise
• Thorough evaluations that catch the unseen
• Responsive post-assessment support when needed
• Transparent communication every step of the way

"CORE Forensics’ Annual Roof System Inspection service helps us protect our investments and stay ahead of potential costly and disruptive business issues."
— Commercial Property Owner, Oklahoma

Ready to Be Proactive?

Contact Us Today

Supporting References

1. Firestone Building Products & ProLogis 15-Year Study – Buildings Magazine
2. BOMA International – Building Owners and Managers Association Research
3. Roofing Contractor Magazine – Trends in Preventative Maintenance
4. National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) – Roof System Maintenance Guidelines

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