I inspected a home that was built in 1983. Indications were that a wood shake roof was installed when the home was built. The roof had been replaced with concrete tiles (not sure when, no information available from Realtor, buyer or permit). There was an indication that the roof on the right side of the home appeared to have bowed slightly in the center from top to bottom. The galvanized gutter on the right front of the home appeared to be out of alignment, directing water towards the center of the gutter. The interior ceiling in this area was vaulted, so, of course, no attic to check the structural support. There was no collateral damage observed in the ceiling or the drywall. I suspect that the weight of the concrete tiles may have caused the bowing and gutter issue. What are your thoughts and how would or should you report this? I have attached pictures. Thank you.
By the way, the back side of this roof attic was accessible with 2x8 wood joists, 16" OC. There were no indications of problems on the backside in the attic. The roof was a salt box gable style.
but this wouldn’t have take place for the needed engineering/calculations for the framing/foundation considerations that would have taken place upon the issuance of a permit, which would likely be what I’d report, in conjunction with what you’ve stated above.
When was the home built? Footing sizes and such can come into play sometimes too… concrete tile is heavy stuff, 700lbs or more per square (unless lightweight tile).
I’d likely indicate something simple/concise along the lines of the heavy/concrete roof has replaced a much lighter wood shake roof and where you were able to witness said sag. Any time there is sag, loads are concentrated etc. I’d likely recommend research for documentation, maybe specialist evaluation.
Sagging of the rafters indicated that the roof structure is inadequate to support the weight of the concrete tile covering the roof. This condition may be made worse by the accumulation of wet, heavy snow and could result in eventual structural failure of the roof structure. Such a structural failure could cause serious or fatal injury.
The inspector recommends that, before the expiration of your Inspection Objection Deadline, you consult with a qualified contractor to discuss options and costs for stabilization."
"Structural engineer
Sagging of the rafters indicated that the roof structure is inadequate to support the weight of the concrete tile covering the roof. This condition may be made worse by the accumulation of wet, heavy snow and could result in eventual structural failure of the roof structure. Such a structural failure could cause serious or fatal injury.
The inspector recommends that, before the expiration of your Inspection Objection Deadline, The roof be evaluated by a structural engineer."
Sagging of the rafters indicated that the roof structure is inadequate to support the weight of the concrete tile covering the roof. This condition may be made worse by the accumulation of wet, heavy snow and could result in eventual structural failure of the roof structure. Such a structural failure could cause serous or fatal injury.
The Inspector recommends that, before the expiration of your Inspection Objection Deadline, you consult with a qualified contractor to discuss options and costs for stabilization."
"Structural engineer
Sagging of the rafters indicated that the roof structure is inadequate to support the weight of the concrete tile covering the roof. This condition may be made worse by the accumulation of wet, heavy snow and could result in eventual structural failure of the roof structure. Such a structural failure could cause serous or fatal injury.
The Inspector recommends that, before the expiration of your Inspection Objection Deadline, The roof be evaluated by a structural engineer."
