Handling Roofing Contractors - House to close next week

[Kevin Turano]

This house is owned by a trust made up of 5 people.  The contract states "as is" and it is looking to close next week.  The realtors have been very easy to work with,,, do I ask them to make some concession for the roof?  One roofer told me the "current owner could make a claim" based on the hail damage we have had. Can they make a claim immediately and / or is it a pain in the butt?  Has anybody had this happen?  Any advice greatly appreciated.