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How Sedona’s Sun Impacts Roof Longevity

How Sedona’s Sun Impacts Roof Longevity

The semi-arid desert climate can wreak havoc on your roof’s lifespan in Sedona, AZ. With summer temperatures frequently exceeding 100°F and then dipping down to the mid-50s, the climate can be tough on roofs, making them vulnerable to degradation, cracking, and leaks.  From monsoon season to the near-freezing winter months, Legacy Roofing is proud to install roof options designed to last in the harsh Arizona climate. We also provide professional roof inspections, repairs, and maintenance for your Sedona home. How UV Rays Affect Roofing Materials Roofing materials respond differently to UV radiation. Some materials, such as clay tiles, concrete tiles, metal roofing, reflective roof coatings, and reflective asphalt shingles, perform better in Arizona’s heat than traditional asphalt shingles, uncoated flat roofs, or metal roofs with low-grade coatings like polyester. Due to the city’s high elevation and the area’s nearly constant sunshine, roofs in Sedona must endure extreme ultraviolet (UV) exposure,

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How Arizona Heat Destroys Roofs Faster in Phoenix

How Arizona Heat Destroys Roofs Faster in Phoenix

Despite the intense heat, there’s lots to like about summertime in Phoenix, AZ. But even the best day of swimming at Burro Beach doesn’t change the fact that the extreme weather can have downsides, and your roof is a great example. In this guide, we’ll look at the realities of

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Why Roof Underlayment Matters More for Phoenix Homes

Why Roof Underlayment Matters More for Phoenix Homes

Arizona’s scorching summers and heavy monsoons can take a toll on your roof, which is why roof underlayment in Phoenix is key for protecting your home. Roof underlayment is a protective membrane installed between your roof deck and shingles or tiles, creating an extra barrier layer against the weather. Explore

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The Ultimate Phoenix Monsoon Roof Checklist

The Ultimate Phoenix Monsoon Roof Checklist

Monsoon storms in Phoenix and the surrounding areas produce heavy rains and extreme wind gusts that can significantly impact your roof. Local homeowners need to be prepared for these storms, which includes having a thorough checklist to ensure their roofs and properties stay protected. The professionals at Legacy Roofing have

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Why Roof Underlayment Matters More in Phoenix, AZ | Legacy Roofing

Why Roof Underlayment Matters More in Phoenix, AZ

Roof underlayment may not be a common household term, but it’s an important part of your home, especially in Phoenix, Arizona’s harsh desert climate. It’s the protective layer between the roof deck and your roof shingles or tiles. Blocking heat transfer and moisture, this material plays an important role in

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Metal vs. Shingle Roofing for Arizona Homes | Legacy Roofing

Metal vs. Shingle Roofing for Arizona Homes

Should you get a metal or shingle roof in Arizona? Roofs in the region face challenging conditions, with extreme summer heat, intense UV radiation, and unpredictable monsoons. Selecting the right roofing material involves weighing the balance between longevity, energy efficiency, and upfront installation costs.  Understanding Arizona’s Roofing Challenges Phoenix regularly

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A roofer measuring a tiled roof.

How to Calculate the Size of My Roof

Knowing the roof’s square footage is an essential part of any roofing project you have coming up as it will help you determine how much roofing it may cost to have your roof repaired. However, there are a few considerations to keep in mind when you need accurate roof measurements. 

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flat roof with a cricket

What is a Roof Cricket

Arizona is known for its dry climate and blistering heat. However, every year as the summer creeps to an end, the monsoon season thunders into the desert landscape. Picture torrential rainfall, loud storms, and of course, roof leaks. During the rainy season, it’s important for homeowners to make sure their

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What is a Tile Roof Lift and Tile Reset?

It’s a sad truth: roofs don’t last forever. You can try to prolong the inevitable, but it will happen. You will need to replace your roof. The lifetime of your roof will depend on how well it was installed, as well as what material it is. Asphalt shingles last around

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close up of a metal roof eave

A Guide to Roof Eaves

There are a lot of different parts that go into a roofing system. Each of them plays an important role, and most of them go unnoticed. Parts like the underlayment can’t even be seen, but it plays a vital part in keeping your house dry. Chances are, you either don’t know

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