Storm Damage Guide · Newmarket
Storm Damage Guide: Roof Inspection After Severe Weather in Newmarket
Here's how Newmarket homeowners actually approach roof inspection in 2026, based on what our field crews see every week. Deeper freeze depths mean liner condensation and cap ice-loading. Below: what to expect, real numbers, and the questions worth asking before you book.
Quick answer
The three signs Newmarket homeowners keep missing on roof inspection: smell changes, staining above the firebox, and unusual sound. Any one means schedule; two together means stop-use.
Typical
$201–$322
Duration
45–75 min
Freeze-thaw
70/yr
Signs the roof inspection can't wait
The most reliable early warnings on Newmarket homes: smell changes near the appliance, staining above the firebox or on interior ceilings, unusual soot at the cap, and any water inside the smoke chamber. Any one of these is a call — two together is a stop-use.
The 90-second self-check
Look at the cap for gap or crushing, walk the crown for hairline cracks (70 freeze-thaw days a year here will find any weakness), and shine a light up the flue for glazing. Photograph anything unclear and text it over.
When to stop using the appliance
Any active water ingress, visible flame licking outside the firebox opening, or the smell of gas products in the room means shut down and call. Insurance coverage on damage during "known unsafe operation" is thin.
Common questions
What if it rains or snows on the booking day?
Roof-side work reschedules to the next dry window at no charge. Interior scopes (firebox, damper, appliance) proceed regardless.
Are you WETT and WSIB certified?
Yes — WETT SITE-Comprehensive #C-46082, CSIA #12408, and active WSIB #7248194. Certificates emailed on request before the job.
When's the best time of year for roof inspection in Newmarket?
Late September through mid-November with Newmarket averaging 154cm of snow starting December. Spring (April–May) is the second window and often 10–15% cheaper.
Do you need a permit for roof inspection in Newmarket?
Cleaning and inspection are permit-exempt in Newmarket. Structural masonry, liner replacement, or a new appliance install typically need one — we pull it as part of the job when required.
How much does roof inspection cost in Newmarket?
Most Newmarket jobs land between $201 and $322. Complex access or heritage masonry can reach $523. We quote fixed price after a free on-site scope.
Do you offer same-day roof inspection in Newmarket?
Usually — call before 9am and we'll confirm a same-day arrival window inside Newmarket for most standard scopes.
Is roof inspection covered by home insurance in Newmarket?
Sudden damage (storm, animal, appliance failure) is usually covered minus deductible. Gradual wear generally isn't. A written pro assessment before the claim call materially improves outcomes.
What warranty do you offer on roof inspection in Newmarket?
Five-year written workmanship warranty on materials and labour, transferable to a new homeowner within that window. Manufacturer warranties on any installed products pass through separately.
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