A Roof Certification is a statement of opinion by a licensed inspector who deems the roof has a life expectancy of up to 3 years and should be FHA compliant. Before this certification is issued, however, a thorough roof inspection is carried out to assess the rooftop’s current condition and uncover any deficiencies. This form is usually required by insurers to issue coverage, and can only be completed by one of the following professionals: Licensed Building Contractors, Roofers, Home Inspectors, Engineers, Architects.