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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 experiences summer temperatures over 110°F. Roofing materials quickly deteriorate due to high UV radiation and sudden temperature drops during monsoons. Thermal shock describes when materials expand in the blazing heat, only to contract rapidly as storms roll in. These big temperature swings stress materials and reduce their expected lifespans. The best roof for Arizona homes must perform reliably every season of the year, year after year. Pros and Cons of Metal Roofing in Arizona If you’re considering a metal roof for your home in Phoenix or Prescott, it’s helpful to weigh the advantages and disadvantages. Arizona homeowners see cooling cost

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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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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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Does a New Roof Add Home Value? | Legacy Roofing

Does a New Roof Add Home Value?

Does a New Roof Increase Home Value? Northern Arizona homes get tested for their endurance year in and year out with the intense summer heat and winter snow. Whether you live in Flagstaff, Prescott, or any of the surrounding regions, you know that the higher elevations and fluctuations play a

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Legacy Roofing at the YCCA Home & Garden Show

Legacy Roofing at the YCCA Home & Garden Show

Join Legacy Roofing at the YCCA Home Garden Show, one of the biggest events of the year in Prescott, AZ! This event goes beyond a typical weekend event, it is a unique opportunity for homeowners, DIY enthusiasts, and community members to come together to explore innovations, get to know local

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8 Northern Phoenix Roof Maintenance Tips

8 Northern Phoenix Roof Maintenance Tips

What is maintaining a Northern Phoenix roof all about? Well, it goes beyond just protecting your home from the elements. Roof maintenance is about ensuring that your home’s roof lasts for decades as it is one of your most significant investments in your home.  With the region’s unique climate that

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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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