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roof repairs

Top 5 Signs Your Roof Needs Repair

by Norma Gray •

Of the 3,082,000 homes in Arizona, 100 percent of them have some kind of roof. While the materials used and the size may vary, every home requires a sound covering in order to keep its occupants safe. Yet, it may sometimes be difficult to determine whether your roof needs repair. Your roof is your home’s first […]


ventilation system

How Important Is Roof Ventilation?

by Norma Gray •

In 2023, Phoenix set a new record. There were 54 days when the temperature exceeded 110 degrees. With the sun beating down and little to no shade, the temperature beneath an unventilated Arizona roof can easily exceed 160 degrees! Holding that much heat is not good for your roof or other systems in your house. […]


Homeowner's insurance

How to Get Insurance to Pay for Roof Replacement

by Norma Gray •

Severe thunderstorms and hailstones can wreak havoc on Arizona roofs. Monsoon storms that swept across the Phoenix metro area in the summer of 2023 left one homeowner with a collapsed roof and many more facing serious damage to their homes. In these situations, it is natural to turn to our homeowner’s insurance to pick up the pieces […]


How long does a roof last in Arizona

How Long Does a Roof Last in Arizona?

by Norma Gray •

Every homeowner wants a roof that will last for decades. The challenge is that Arizona’s harsh climate is not kind to roofs. The lifespan of a roof depends on the material and how well it is maintained, resulting in an average lifespan of 20 to 50 years. This wide range is not very helpful if […]