PHOENIX ARIZONA ROOFING BLOG
PHOENIX ROOFING BLOG
If you are interested in learning everything there is to know about roofs and roofing the Phoenix, Arizona area, you have come to the right place. Stradling Roofing is here to instruct and inform on best practices to keep your roof in tip-top shape.
Why DIY Roof Repairs are Dangerous in the Summer Heat
Top 10 Roofing Scams to Avoid in Maricopa CountyRoofs take it hard in Phoenix summers! If a tile cracks or there is a leak after the monsoon storms, it seems like a reasonable thing to do to get on a ladder and fix it. Save money, solve the issue, and get it done. The...
Top 10 Roofing Scams to Avoid in Maricopa County
Top 10 Roofing Scams to Avoid in Maricopa CountyWhen it rains in Maricopa County, it isn't just the driveways that get soaked, it's the saguaros too. It's also a warning to Phoenix homeowners that scam season is here. The moment the microbursts hit the ground in the...
How Long Does a Shingle Roof Actually Last in Arizona?
How Long Does a Shingle Roof Actually Last in Arizona?The typical asphalt shingle package guarantees 25 to 50 years of protection. That promise is rarely fulfilled in Phoenix. Many homeowners in Mesa, Chandler, Gilbert and Queen Creek experience roof replacement at...
Flat Roof Maintenance Tips for Phoenix Homeowners
Flat Roof Maintenance Tips for Phoenix HomeownersThere are thousands of flat roofs on homes throughout Mesa, Scottsdale, Gilbert and Paradise Valley. They are of Southwestern style and provide functional outdoor area. But they don't get off that lightly in Phoenix....
The Pros and Cons of Clay vs. Concrete Tiles
The Pros and Cons of Clay vs. Concrete TilesIt may be easy to decide between clay and concrete roof tiles until you get to the fine print. Both materials are assured to last decades, have exceptional curb appeal, and more than asphalt shingles. But the two tiles act...
How to Prevent Pigeon Nesting Under Your Roof Tiles
How to Prevent Pigeon Nesting Under Your Roof TilesThere are some innocent pigeons on the roof. But as soon as they get under your tiles and commence to nest, the damage soon follows. They corrupt your tiles with their excreements, block your gutters with nests, and...
Why You Should Never Pressure Wash Your Arizona Tile Roof
Why You Should Never Pressure Wash Your Arizona Tile RoofThe Arizona skyline is characterized by tile roofs. Most homes in Phoenix, Scottsdale, Mesa and Tucson are covered with concrete S-tiles and clay barrel tiles. They are beautiful, mirror the desert sun and are...
Best Roofing Materials for Energy Efficiency in the Sun Valley
Best Roofing Materials for Energy Efficiency in the Sun ValleyThis is one of the most common roofing questions answered wrong by energy guides by the Sun Valley residents. Popular articles promote white reflective and cool-roofs developed in Phoenix or Miami. Sun...
Signs Your Underlayment Needs Replacing (Even if Tiles Look OK)
Signs Your Underlayment Needs Replacing (Even if Tiles Look OK)Your roof may appear in good condition, but damage may be brewing beneath the surface. Homeowners often pay attention to the surface features such as tiles or shingles, but the true workhorse is the...
How to File an Insurance Claim for Hail Damage in Arizona
How to File an Insurance Claim for Hail Damage in ArizonaHail is not at the top of the list for most homeowners in Arizona. Yet Phoenix has the dubious distinction of the nation's most expensive single hailstorm, in 2010, which resulted in $3.8 billion in insured...