Paid Consultations
A Paid Roof Consultation That Works for You
Sometimes you do not need a crew. You need an experienced set of eyes, a straight answer, and documentation you own. That is what a paid consultation buys.
Updated October 13, 2026
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The short version
- A paid roof consultation gives you an expert view, a written answer, and records you own.
- It covers bid reviews, second opinions, and condition checks before a big decision. You get findings in writing, with photos.
- You pay for the answer, so the advice does not have to lead to a job, and you owe nothing more when it is done.
- Rates depend on scope and are quoted plainly when you call, before anything is scheduled.
- We advise and educate you on your options and rights, document the roof, and submit documented supplements. We are not a public adjuster and never negotiate or settle a claim for you.
Describe your decision and get the rate quoted: call or text 512-575-5052 or use Get Help.
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Scope of Work
What a consultation covers
Bid reviews, second opinions, and decisions that deserve more than a free sales visit. Before you book, the estimate anatomy guide shows how to read each bid line yourself; the consultation is for the questions that are left.
This covers bid reviews and second opinions, with findings in writing and photos.
Bid and scope review
Most free inspections lead to a sales conversation, and that is fine when you want a bid. A paid consultation is different: you are the client, the deliverable is a written answer to your question, and you owe us nothing more when it is done.
Common engagements include reviewing bids you have already collected, a second opinion on a recommended replacement, condition assessment before a major decision, and walking through documentation another party produced. You get findings in writing, with photos, in language built for decisions.
- Line-by-line reading of contractor proposals: what is real, what is padding, and what is missing.
- Second opinions. A second read on a recommended repair or replacement before you commit.
- Pre-decision assessments. Condition documentation before renovations, solar installation, or a major purchase.
- Your record, your call. Everything documented belongs to you, and what you do with it is entirely your decision.
Your Question First
Why paying for it matters
You pay for the answer, so the answer is the whole job.
Because you pay for the answer, the answer can be that no work is needed, and rates are quoted by phone based on scope.
The consultation is the product
Because the consultation is the product, the answer can be that no work is needed. If the honest answer is that the cheapest bid is fine, or that your roof has years left, that is the answer you get. If work is needed and you want us to do it, we can manage the project for you. That is your choice, with no obligation. Current consultation rates are quoted when you call, based on scope.
Where We Work
Roof consultations in Round Rock and nearby towns
The Roof Shepherd is based in Round Rock and works anywhere in Texas. These are the towns closest to home.
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What homeowners ask
Paid versus free inspections
Why pay when other companies inspect for free?
A free inspection is usually paid for by the job that may follow. A paid consultation is paid for by you, so the work product is a written answer to your question. We also do roofing work, and we say so; the consultation carries no obligation to hire us.
What does a consultation cost?
Rates depend on scope: a bid review is a different engagement than a full on-site condition assessment. Call and describe the decision you are facing, and you will get the current rate quoted plainly before anything is scheduled.
Will you review bids from other contractors?
Yes, and it is one of the most valuable uses of a consultation. We read scope, materials, exclusions, and warranty terms, and flag what is padded, what is missing, and what questions to ask before signing.
Do I have to hire you for the work afterward?
No. The consultation is complete in itself and the documentation is yours. If you want us to do the work afterward, we can, but the consultation carries no obligation and no follow-up sales pressure.
Can a consultation help with an insurance decision?
Yes. It establishes factual condition and equips you to exercise your policyholder rights: requesting a re-inspection, submitting additional documentation, or invoking appraisal when the amount of loss is disputed. We document the damage and explain your options and which path we believe is best. We are not public adjusters, and Texas law bars a contractor from negotiating or settling a claim on your behalf, so the decisions stay yours.
How is this different from your other inspections?
Scope and depth. A consultation is built around a specific decision you are facing and includes analysis, like bid review, that goes beyond documenting condition. If all you need is the standard documentation visit, we will tell you that and save you the difference.
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