Get a roof answer you can trust.
I'm John, the Bearded Roofer. I help homeowners figure out what is actually wrong, what can wait, and what to do next, before anyone asks you to sign anything.
Calling or texting is the fastest way to reach me. Free roof inspections, no strings attached. Emergency tarping 24/7.
John Jenkins · The Bearded Roofer
- Honest inspections
- Storm damage help
- Insurance claim guidance
- Clear next steps
- Roof maintenance plans
Four visits a year. Your roof stays covered.
I come out four times a year to check everything on your roof and clean out your gutters, so small problems get caught before they turn into big bills.
- ✓ Four roof checkups every year
- ✓ Gutters cleaned out
- ✓ One simple yearly price, set by the size of your roof and home
- ✓ Plain-English notes after every visit
Priced by the size of your roof and home. Call or text for details.
Check your roof before you call anyone
Three quick tools below: no sign-up, nothing is saved. The two free guides ask for your contact info so I can send them. If your results worry you, send me the request form below.
Get a free roof check Free storm checklist
Roof damage check
Look from the ground first. Never climb a wet or damaged roof. Tick what you see.
Nothing ticked yet. A roof can still have hidden problems, so an inspection is the only way to be sure.
Request a free lookGeneral guidance only. This is not an inspection or a repair quote.
Should I call a roofer?
Answer four questions.
A yearly look from the ground is a good habit.
Ask JohnGeneral guidance only. An inspection is the only way to know for sure.
Storm hit? Do these in order
- Stay safeStay off the roof. Watch for downed lines and ceilings holding water.
- Take photosCapture damage from the ground, inside the house, and anything that fell.
- Stop more damageMove belongings, catch drips, and ask about a temporary tarp. Keep every receipt.
- Read your policyCheck your deductible and what your insurer needs from you.
- Report the claimContact your insurance company and write down dates, names, and claim numbers.
- Get a second set of eyesHave a roofer you trust inspect and document what he finds.
Call me now, or send your address and a photo. I'll tell you what a temporary fix looks like.
General guidance, not legal or insurance advice. Your policy and your insurer's instructions come first.
The guy on the roof, not the guy in the sales pitch
I put my name on every answer I give. If your roof needs work, I'll show you the photos and explain it in plain words. If it doesn't, I'll tell you that too.
This site is where I share what I learn in the field: what roofs actually fail from, how insurance claims really go, and how to avoid getting talked into the wrong job.
15 years in the roofing industry. I work with Renoir Restoration, and The Bearded Roofer is my own personal brand. I serve the Charlotte metro area, anywhere within about a 1.5-hour drive of the center of Charlotte. I am fully bonded and insured.
Free help that keeps growing
New material from John, written and filmed for homeowners.
Straight From The Ridge
John's blog: plain-English roofing and insurance guides, updated often.
YouTube
Real roof walk-throughs and what to look for.
The Podcast
Conversations about roofs, storms, and the trade.
The Book
John's roofing playbook for homeowners.
Quick answers
How much does a roof inspection cost?
It is free, with no strings attached. You do not have to file a claim for me to come out, and there is no pressure to sign anything.
Will insurance pay for my roof?
It depends on your policy, the cause of damage, and your insurer's decision. I can help you document what you see. I can't promise any claim outcome.
Should I climb up and look myself?
No. Use binoculars or your phone zoom from the ground and check the attic. Roofs are dangerous, especially wet or damaged ones.
How fast will I hear back?
You get an instant email when you send a request, and I aim to call you back within 5 minutes. Hours: Monday to Friday 8 am to 6 pm, Saturday by appointment only, closed Sundays. Emergency tarping is available 24/7.
Should I call or send a request?
Call or text for the fastest answer. If you have photos, send a request and I'll look at them first so my answer is useful instead of a guess.
Schedule a free inspection
Pick a time that works. It goes straight on John's calendar and you get a confirmation. Prefer to talk first? Call now.
Tell me what's going on
Send your address, a few photos, and what you're seeing. I'll get back to you with what I think and what to do next.
No pressure and no pushy sales calls. Prefer to talk? Call or text me.