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Hire a roofer by recording a video

Roofing quotes usually start with a roofer climbing a ladder just to look. A video — even one shot from the ground or a window — lets multiple roofers assess the damage first, so only the right ones come out.

What to film for a roofing job

A good roofer can quote far more accurately when they see these things in your video:

  • Film the roof from the ground on all sides, then from an upstairs window if you can
  • Zoom in on missing, curling, or cracked shingles and any exposed underlayment
  • Show interior ceiling stains, drips, or attic daylight that point to active leaks
  • Capture the roof's pitch, number of stories, and any skylights or chimneys
  • Mention the roof's age and material (asphalt shingle, tile, flat/foam) if you know it

What roofers look for

  • Whether it's a repair, partial replacement, or full tear-off
  • Roof pitch and access, which affect labor and safety pricing
  • Material type and how many layers may be on there already
  • Signs of structural or decking damage under the surface

Common roofing projects

Whatever the job, showing it on video gets you connected with roofers who actually do that work.

Leak repairsMissing or storm-damaged shinglesFull roof replacementFlat & foam roof coatingTile roof repairGutter & flashing work

How VideoTag works

No phone tag, no vague quotes, no pay-per-lead fees. Here's how homeowners connect with local roofers:

Record it

Use your phone to record a short video of the project — show the problem and the space around it.

Tag it

Our AI turns your video into a clear job post with a title and description, so local pros know exactly what's involved.

Send it

Nearby contractors watch your video and decide if they're a fit. You connect only with the ones you choose.

Frequently asked questions

I can't get on my roof safely. Is that a problem?

Not at all — never get on your roof to film. A video from the ground, a window, or a phone held up on a pole gives roofers plenty to assess. They'll do the close-up inspection themselves once you've picked one.

Does roof type matter for the quote?

A lot. Tile, asphalt shingle, and flat foam roofs are priced very differently. Showing the material on video means the roofers who quote you actually work with your roof type.

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Need a roofer?

Record your roofing job in 60 seconds and connect with local pros who can see exactly what's involved.