Specify the inspection question
An active leak investigation, a pre-coating assessment and a maintenance inspection are different assignments. Tell the reviewer what decision you need to make and provide roof records, repair history and equipment changes. The inspection preparation checklist helps facilities teams collect these records.
Ask for a usable deliverable
- Roof plan with area names and observed conditions.
- Photographs tied to locations, rather than an unlabelled folder.
- Repair priorities with the evidence supporting them.
- Access limitations, unanswered questions and recommended follow-up.
If coating is being considered, ask whether a moisture assessment or adhesion testing is needed. These are separate evidence tasks, not implied by a walk-through.
Keep roof access controlled
Agree on access rules, roof openings, fall protection arrangements and tenant restrictions before a visit. OSHA describes fall hazards at roof edges, hatches and skylights. Facilities staff should use their site procedures and qualified personnel for roof access.
This is planning information, not a site assessment or installation procedure. Use current product documents, qualified personnel and site-specific requirements for a project decision.