Last Updated: May 2026

New Orleans averages over 60 inches of rainfall per year. Add hurricane-force winds, 90-degree summer heat that bakes shingles, and humidity that feeds mold and algae growth, and your roof absorbs more punishment than roofs in most American cities. A checklist keeps you from forgetting the small things that turn into expensive problems. This is not a generic list pulled from a national template. Every item below reflects conditions specific to southeastern Louisiana, where Big Easy Roofing inspects roofs across Orleans, Jefferson, and St. Tammany parishes year-round.

Table of Contents

• How Often Should New Orleans Homeowners Inspect Their Roof?
• What Should You Look for on Your Shingles?
• How Do You Check Roof Flashing for Problems?
• Are Your Gutters and Drainage Working Correctly?
• What Condition Are Your Pipe Boots and Roof Vents In?
• What Does Your Attic Tell You About Your Roof’s Health?
• Do Flat Roofs Need a Different Inspection Approach?
• What Changes on the Checklist After a Major Storm Passes?
• Frequently Asked Questions

How Often Should New Orleans Homeowners Inspect Their Roof?

Twice a year at minimum: once in April or May before hurricane season opens June 1, and once in late November or December after the season closes. These two inspections catch problems created by summer heat and storm damage before they compound through the next weather cycle. A spring inspection gives you time to schedule repairs before contractors get buried in storm season work.

If a named storm passes within 50 miles of your home, inspect again withi