These are the questions that do not fit on our other pages. Each answer starts with the short version.
Can I roof my own house?
Legally, an owner can usually work on their own house, but we do not recommend DIY roofing. Falls from roofs are serious, and in Scottsdale the roof surface gets dangerously hot for much of the year. Tile breaks under a misplaced foot, foam dents, and a flashing mistake may not show until the first monsoon storm. Manufacturer warranties often depend on correct installation. Small ground-level jobs, such as clearing a downspout, are a different matter.
Is it safe to walk on my roof?
It is safer not to walk on it. Concrete and clay tiles crack when stepped on in the wrong place, and a cracked tile exposes the underlayment to the sun. Foam roofs dent under heels and dropped tools. Hot shingles scuff. Any roof is slippery with dust or after rain. Look from the ground with binoculars, or from a ladder at the edge, and leave the rest to someone who walks roofs for a living.
Will the crew clean up the nails?
Yes. Clean-up is part of the job. We collect debris as we go, run a magnet over the driveway, walkways and gravel around the house to pick up nails, and walk the site with you at the end. Gravel yards hide nails well, so tell us if you find one afterwards. Pool owners should mention the pool beforehand so it can be protected from dust and debris.
Will a new roof lower my energy bill or insurance?
A new roof can lower your energy bill if it is more reflective or better ventilated than the old one, and cooling is the big energy cost here. A white coating on a flat roof, added foam insulation, or lighter tile or shingles all cut heat gain. We will not promise a figure, because it depends on the house and the air conditioning. For insurance, some companies price by roof age, so tell your agent when the roof is replaced and ask.
Does a new roof add value to the house?
A new roof adds value mainly by removing a reason for buyers to walk away or to ask for a price cut. Buyers and their inspectors in Scottsdale ask about roof age and, on tile, about the underlayment. A recent roof or underlayment replacement with paperwork makes a sale smoother. Do not expect to recover every dollar in the resale price, and be cautious of anyone who quotes a guaranteed return.
Do you work on businesses and multi-unit buildings?
Yes. We work on flat commercial roofs and pitched residential roofs, for businesses, apartment and condo buildings, and HOAs as well as single homes. That includes TPO, PVC, EPDM, modified bitumen and built-up systems, foam and coatings. We plan the work around your opening hours and tenants.
Do you give free estimates?
Yes. We give free estimates. A free inspection comes with photos of your roof and a written quote, with repair and replacement options where both make sense. Call or text (480) 442-0926, or send the form on this site.
Are there grants or programs that help pay for a roof?
Yes, a few, mostly for owner-occupiers on lower incomes. The City of Scottsdale lists a Roof Repair and Replacement Program for deteriorated roofs that threaten a household's health or safety. The city describes it as a one-time federal grant of up to $25,000 per household, with income limits and a rule that you own and live in the home. It also lists an Emergency Repair Program and a Major Housing Rehabilitation Program, which is a deferred loan. All three run through the Community Assistance Office, 480-312-7156. Funding and rules change, so confirm with that office. Outside Scottsdale, ask your own city's housing office. We are not part of these programs and cannot say who qualifies.
I am a landlord with a leaking rental and a tenant complaining. What should I do?
Get a roofer out promptly and tell the tenant in writing what is being done. This is general information, not legal advice. Arizona's residential landlord and tenant law, A.R.S. 33-1324, requires a landlord to make all repairs needed to keep the premises fit and habitable, and a roof that lets water in falls under that. Stop the water first with a temporary repair, then decide on repair or replacement from an inspection with photos. Keep dated records of the complaint and each step. Arrange access with the tenant, and ask about damage inside so it is on record.
A free roof inspection with photos and a written quote is the only way to get a real price for your roof. Call or text (480) 442-0926.