Homeowners in Smiths Station, Alabama call Expert Roofers Columbus for free roof inspections. Smiths Station is a growing Lee County community east of Phenix City, close enough to our Columbus base that we are not a once-a-season crew passing through. Free inspections, written estimates, and real help with storm and insurance claims.
What we check during a Smiths Station roof inspection
- Shingles: wear, curling, cracking, granule loss, missing areas.
- Flashing & penetrations: chimneys, valleys, pipe boots.
- Decking & attic: signs of water intrusion or soft spots.
- Gutters & drainage: so water actually leaves the roof.
- Storm & hail damage: the kind an insurance adjuster looks for.
What you get
A clear picture of your roof's condition with photos, and an honest recommendation: repair, replace, or simply keep an eye on it. We would rather educate you than throw out a number.
When to schedule an inspection
- After any major storm, especially hail or high wind, even if nothing looks wrong from the ground.
- Before buying or selling a home in Smiths Station, so the roof is not a surprise at closing.
- Once a year on a roof older than about 15 years.
- When you see warning signs: ceiling stains, granules in the gutters, shingles in the yard or a musty attic.
How long it takes
A typical home inspection takes under an hour. We check the roof surface, flashing and penetrations, then the attic if you give us access, and we send you photos with a plain-English summary. There is no cost and no obligation either way.
Roofing in Smiths Station
Smiths Station grew quickly as a bedroom community for Opelika and Phenix City after U.S. Highway 280 was widened to four lanes in the early 1980s, and it incorporated as a city in 2001. Census estimates put the median home at 1989, and about 29 percent of homes were built in the 1990s. The Lowther House Complex is on the National Register of Historic Places.
Storms that have hit Smiths Station
On March 3, 2019 an EF4 tornado (170 mph peak winds) tracked from Beauregard to Smiths Station, killing 23 people in Lee County. NOAA notes roof and siding damage around Smiths Station and a cell tower knocked down at U.S. 280; the Red Cross estimated 225 homes destroyed and 133 with major damage. On January 21, 2017 an EF1 destroyed many buildings at the Smiths Station School Athletic Complex.
Permits for roof work in Smiths Station
The City of Smiths Station says Lee County Building Inspections administers building permits for the city (334-737-7014). Lee County keeps a Smiths Station Annex. The county's guidance is to call if you are unsure whether your project needs a permit.
Why our inspections are different
- Rated 4.7 stars across 77 Google reviews from local homeowners.
- Storm and insurance-claim specialists. We document damage the way adjusters need it.
- Free, no-pressure roof inspections. If you do not need the work, we will tell you.
- Licensed and insured roofing crews serving Georgia and Alabama.
- Local and responsive. We answer the phone and show up when we say we will.
Serving Smiths Station and the Chattahoochee Valley
Along with Smiths Station, we roof homes and businesses in Phenix City, Salem, Fort Mitchell, Ladonia, Columbus, Fortson, and the rest of the Valley on both sides of the river. Wherever you are within about 30 miles of Columbus, the standard is the same: done right, the first time.
Ready when you are. Call (706) 917-2768 or schedule a free inspection in Smiths Station.
Common questions
Is a roof inspection really free?
Yes. There is no charge for the inspection and no obligation to hire us afterward.
Do I need to be home for the inspection?
Not for the roof itself. If you want us to check the attic, someone needs to be there to let us in.
Will an inspection tell me if I have hail damage in Smiths Station?
Yes. We look specifically for the bruising, granule loss and dented metal that adjusters look for, and photograph it so you can decide whether to file a claim.
Who issues a roofing permit in Smiths Station?
The city says Lee County Building Inspections administers building permits for Smiths Station. Their number is 334-737-7014, and the county runs a Smiths Station Annex. If you are unsure whether your reroof needs a permit, the county asks you to call.
What did the 2019 tornado do to homes around Smiths Station?
The March 3, 2019 tornado was rated EF4 with peak winds of 170 mph and tracked from Beauregard to near Smiths Station. The Red Cross estimated 225 homes destroyed and 133 more with major damage, and NOAA notes roof and siding damage around Smiths Station.