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Choosing the Best Roof Material for Arizona’s Extreme Heat & UV Exposure | Legacy Roofing

Choosing the Best Roof Material for Arizona’s Extreme Heat & UV Exposure

Arizona roofs experience more sun and heat than most others in the country, presenting several challenges for roofing materials. High heat, UV radiation, and seasonal storms determine a roof’s wear and lifespan. The best roofs for Arizona homes strike a balance between energy efficiency, durability, and style. Learn how Arizona’s climate affects roofing materials and how Legacy Roofing can help you choose the best roof for your home. Why Arizona’s Climate Demands the Right Roofing Material From months of scorching sun to sudden summer storms, Arizona’s climate demands a lot from roofs. The right roofing materials for Arizona homes should offer durability and efficiency, even in desert conditions. Intense heat and prolonged sun exposure Afternoon highs in Arizona often hit triple digits, and roof surfaces can reach up to 200°F. These temperatures accelerate wear on roofing materials, which then require more maintenance and may need a roof replacement sooner than

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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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Closeup of a red tile roof.

What is the Lifespan of a Tile Roof

Tile roofs have existed for thousands of years and are still widely used today. The first known record of tile roofs is in China in 10,000 B.C., and then in the Middle East not long after that. Clay tile used for roofing quickly spread from China and the Middle East

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A woman holding up two types of shingles next to her house to compare them.

Choosing the Best Roofing Shingle: 3-Tab Vs. Architectural

Choosing a roof replacement is a hard enough decision to make. There is much to prepare for and many options to consider including what materials to choose for your new roof. You could update using similar materials or recognize it’s time to upgrade. Below you’ll find all the information you need to compare

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How to Reroof a Roof with Solar Panels

How to Reroof With Solar Panels Installed

Any roof replacement project is bound to be a stressful process that requires time and great skill. But when you add solar panels to the mix, the project can be even more complex. Luckily, the professional roofers at Legacy Roofing have it all figured out. We have a team of

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Rolls of roofing materials.

Flat Roof Renovation & Recovery Options

A roof of any kind plays an important role in protecting your home and property from the different types of weather conditions and unwelcome guests like animals and insects. When the roof is in good order, many homeowners pay little mind to it, going about their daily tasks with little

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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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