NOW IN OUR 11TH YEAR!
Joe is Available and Ready to Schedule New Projects
If you’re planning a roofing project in Oregon or Washington and need unbiased, expert insight—Joe is here to help. Reach out by phone or email to schedule a consultation for a roof repair
“Thank you, Joe, for what you do for homeowners. You are the best.”
— Actual, unsolicited, unedited comment from a longtime real roofer
What We Do (and Don’t Do)
Let’s get this straight:
We do NOT sell or install roofing materials.
We do NOT install or repair roofs.
We are NOT affiliated with any roofing contractor, supplier, or manufacturer.
We are an independent, unbiased, and impartial third-party roofing consultancy. Our job is to protect homeowners and property owners from bad roofing work, poor industry practices, and predatory contractors. We provide professional inspections, reports, specifications, project monitoring, expert opinions, owner advocacy, and peace of mind.
With over 44 years of verifiable hands-on experience, Joe Sardotz helps homeowners get roofing quality and value—not sales pitches.
What You Can Expect
Professional roof inspections & assessments and the average cost to tear off and replace roof
Roofing project specifications and consulting
Expert witness services for legal matters
Owner advocacy—especially for those unable to advocate for themselves
Residential & commercial support for homeowners, HOAs, real estate professionals, property managers, churches, schools, government agencies, and more
Roof certifications (see blog for details)
Monitoring & oversight of roofing projects
Safe, Smart, and Sensible Roof Access
Joe doesn’t take unnecessary risks. Safety is priority #1. Roof access depends on height, pitch, terrain, and more. We use:
Ladders to gutter height
Binocular inspections
Drone services when needed
Occasional ladder support from trusted roofers
If we can’t safely walk your roof, we’ll still assess it thoroughly. Joe hasn’t been beaten by a roof yet—and yours won’t be the first.
Why This Service Matters
The roofing industry is deeply flawed. Many licensed contractors cut corners, ignore building codes, and deliver subpar work. Sadly, many homeowners don’t discover issues until it’s too late—sometimes even with brand new roofs.
We’ve seen:
Roofs with major code violations
“Lifetime” shingles that won’t last 20 years
Contractors using paper-thin materials
Contractors operating under multiple names
Customer service that disappears after the contract is signed
Our Mission:
To give homeowners real information, expert insight, and powerful leverage—before and after signing a roofing contract.
A Few Harsh Truths
The Oregon Construction Contractors Board reports roofing and concrete trades have the highest rates of complaints.
Many roofers haven’t read the Oregon Residential Specialty Code – Chapter 9.
“Licensed, bonded, and insured” doesn’t always mean “qualified, honest, and skilled.”
Some “50-year shingles” will barely last 15–20 years.
There are plenty of great roofing contractors out there—but they are, unfortunately, the minority.
Joe’s Philosophy
Integrity and accuracy over shortcuts and sales.
No texts, no fluff, no “awesome.”
No affiliations, no kickbacks—only honest advice.
“I don’t know everything, and never will—but I know who to ask.”
Roofing looks very different from the top than it does from the ground.
We Help You Get It Done Right
Whether you’re replacing a roof, building new, or facing a roofing dispute—Joe will give you the unfiltered, experience-backed truth. We help prevent costly mistakes and fix problems before they become disasters.
If you’ve already been ripped off, we may even be able to help you become un-ripped off.
Contact Oregon (& Washington) Roof Consulting and Inspection
Call or email Joe today.
No hype. No hidden agenda. Just real guidance from someone who knows.