Mariano Akers is the founder of Roof Reality Check and brings over 40 years of hands-on roofing experience to homeowners seeking honest, independent guidance.

Born in New York, Mariano began his roofing career in 1985 and has been working in Florida since 1997, gaining experience in one of the most demanding roofing environments in the country.

Over the decades, he has worked across many phases of roofing, including:

• Built-Up Roofing (BUR)
• Shingle systems
• Single-ply roofing
• Torch-down applications
• Tile roofing
• Stone-coated systems
• Silicone coatings
• And a wide range of residential and commercial systems

He has held multiple roles throughout his career, including:

👉 Roof mechanic, foreman, supervisor, and manager

A Different Approach

Throughout his career, Mariano chose to focus on the workmanship and technical side of roofing rather than pursuing sales roles.

His priority has always been understanding roofing systems and helping ensure work is approached with care and attention to detail.

Why Roof Reality Check Exists

After decades in the field, Mariano has seen how complex roofing decisions can be for homeowners.

Many homeowners:

• Receive varying opinions
• Are unsure what their roof may need
• Feel pressured to make quick, high-cost decisions

Roof Reality Check was created to provide a more measured approach.

Today

Through Roof Reality Check, Mariano provides:

• Independent, virtual second opinions
• General guidance on repair and replacement considerations
• Real-world insight based on decades of experience

All services are based on homeowner-submitted information and visible conditions.

No pressure. No sales pitch. Just straightforward, experience-based guidance.

“I’ve spent my life working on roofs. Now I help homeowners better understand their options before making a decision.”