Biggest Problem Areas On Phoenix Roofs

3 years ago

Houses come with many things, a roof being one of them–well, hopefully! The roof is just one part of the house that should be maintained to avoid any need for heavy repairs down the line. If you’re a homeowner in the Phoenix area, below we’ll discuss some common problem areas on Phoenix roofs that you may want to be aware of.

It’s a Dry Heat On That Roof

Arizona has a dry climate and heavy monsoon season which can result in significant, unexpected leaks. An unaddressed leak or poorly executed leak repair can cause larger problems later on. It may be a good idea to get your roof assessed to prevent such damage from occurring in the first place, and Roofstar Arizona Inc. can help with that. We’ll tell you the truth about your roof.

Low-quality products or materials can also contribute to roof problems. They may cause you to waste more energy than needed. At Roofstar Arizona Inc., we use the best materials built to last in Arizona climate and elements.

In addition to weathering and materials, lack of maintenance and shoddy design can also contribute to roof issues.

Problems can be different depending on what kind of roof your home has.

Different Roof Problems In Phoenix

Flat Roof Problems

According to American Weatherstar, the following are common problems with flat roofs in Phoenix:

Exposure: Roofs are constantly exposed to the sun and other elements, damage from the outside world is inevitable. This can come from wind, hail, you name it.
Leaks: Flat roofs with asphalt-based roof systems age and shrink as oils are baked out over time, leaving gaps around penetrations. As they become more brittle roofing tends to pull loose from metal flashings like drip edges and scuppers.
Punctures or tears: Flat roofs can get punctures or tears from storm damage, foot traffic, or tree and palm branches falling on the roof.
Biological growth: If water ponds for an extended period of time, plants and algae can start to grow. Small areas of water (“bird baths”) retained on the roof for 2 – 3 days are common and are not a concern.

That’s quite a few right? If you have any questions, contact us at (480) 426-1915! You can always trust our team to give you all of the information you need to know.

Tile Roof Problems

Problems on tile roofs in Phoenix include:

Cracked, broken, or sliding tiles
Corrosion
Deteriorating materials
Accumulation of debris in valley areas.
Moisture staining or rot at overhangs, fascia, and trim

Shingle Roof Problems

If you have a shingle roof in Phoenix be wary of problems like:

Accumulation of Debris
Cracks in the sealant around penetrations.
Wind damage and other weather damage
Shingle imperfections or missing shingles
Blistering, curling, and granule loss or shedding layers
Moisture staining or rot at overhangs, fascia, and trim

Next Steps

Talk a walk around your home and look under the overhangs. If you happen to notice any of these problems and want to know what they mean for your roof’s integrity and condition, give us a call! If you want your roof serviced, get a free estimate from us too!

As Roofstar Arizona Inc., we offer roofing, roofing repair, real estate (roofing inspections), and re-roofing services. We will work with you and make sure you have a proper roof for your home.

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I have had several neighbors ask about your company and have given favorable recommendations to this point. Your team was very professional and I think to this point did a great job! I am in sales as well and just to let you know Mike was very professional in his meeting with me and his presentation and follow up made the difference between other companies.

Steve Y.

Scottsdale, AZ

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Jack B.

Fountain Hills, AZ

Just met Santiago. Every business should have a representative like him!

George D.

Sun Lakes, AZ

Roofstar provided professional inspection and detail quotes on the repairs needed to be done for our properties. We collected a few quotes from different roofing companies for comparison. Roofstar repair cost was very competitive and reasonable. We ultimately chose to go with Roofstar because we felt confident that they would take care of the problems. They came back to correct the minor issue that we had and finished the job to our satisfaction without further questions. We would highly recommend Roofstar to our families and friends.

Andrea S.

Extremely pleased with our extensive roof repair work. The crew showed up early and we could hear them working on the roof all day for a number of days. The price was extremely fair for the scope of the job. I had other roofing companies give me a bid prior to Roofstar. But once Roofstar came out, inspected our roof and told us what needed to be done, I knew they were who we’d hire. They have integrity and honestly which is refreshing when hiring contractors.

Gail B.

I want to extend my compliments to Santiago Sr & Jr. I really appreciated Santiago Sr’s sense of ’ownership’ with the job and recognize and am grateful for the effort that he and his son put into making sure the job was done well. They did excellent work! Thank you.

Louie B.

Scottsdale, AZ

From start until finish, Roofstar Arizona was the perfect choice for our house. We were given a very clear and thorough quote for the work our 30+ year old roof needed; we could’ve choose to ‘band-aid’ key areas and spend less, or we could spend the money and fix it right. We had saved and knew we’d have to spend a good amount of money for the work, but Roofstar was professional enough to offer choices. We had a slight miscommunication with regard to instruction with the on-site supervisor, and though we were able to easily clear things up, Roofstars’ owner Jeff drove himself to our home just to make sure our minds were at ease. Excellent touch. The workers were courteous and very thorough with the work. They stuck to the time needed to complete (we had good weather), and our home has a new roof, ready for the next 30 years. It looks great, and we have the confidence knowing the job was done right. Great work, guys. Highly recommend this company.

….03/2020–an update–we’ve had a few rainy days since the roof work–and everything is in fantastic order. These guys did a great job for us, and I know they will for you, too.

Dan Y.

Andrea S.

Love that they didn’t try and sell you a roof and repaired. Thanks for helping us get by to save up for complete repair. Work was done timely. I loved they had women roofers!

Candace B.

Thank you Jeff. Your team (Juan Diaz and crew) did an outstanding job and we really appreciated the daily clean up. Awesome.

Sheryl S.

Fountain Hills, AZ

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