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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 home comfort and preventing damage from the elements.  SharkSkin Ultra Radiant protects your home by reflecting heat that would otherwise pass through your roof. We’ll look at how it blocks radiant heat, plus other benefits, including roof deck protection against moisture, leaks, and mold. Understanding Heat Transfer Through Your Roof In summer, high temperatures around Phoenix, Anthem, and Prescott regularly exceed 100℉. Exposure to heat can cause the temperature of roof surfaces to rise above 150℉, creating thermal stress that can cause materials to crack, warp, and become brittle, create gaps in seals, or loosen fasteners.  Heat transfer has significant

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Interior of a damaged ceiling and roof.

ROOF LEAK SIGNS TO LOOK OUT FOR

Here in the Southwest, we’re usually grateful for any rain. However, unmaintained roofs, older roofs, or wild monsoon storms can let some moisture inside your home and wreak havoc. Roof leaks can cause damage that only gets worse the longer you allow the leak to go on. The sooner you can

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Professionals coating a flat roof.

ROOF COATING SYSTEMS: SILICONE VS. ELASTOMERIC

Replacing a commercial roof can be an expensive endeavor. Tearing off all the existing material and installing a new system will likely require lots of work in 10-15 years. There are options for recovery that help your roof stay maintained and affordable. However, there are other options to consider that help your

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A roll being applied using flame to a roof.

What is Roll Roofing: A Practical Guide

Today’s roofing market offers homeowners many options for roofing their homes in terms of style, material type, and design. The endless options sometimes create a challenge for homeowners when it comes to understanding what’s what. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore roll roofing and how it is used, its

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ICE DAMS: WHAT THEY ARE, AND HOW TO DEAL WITH THEM

Snow is beautiful. Children wait with bated breath to hear the news if tomorrow is going to be a snow day. We all love spending the night around the fire drinking hot cocoa. We might love and hope for snow, but your roof may think differently. Your roof may be

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A worker adding shingles to a roof.

HOW OFTEN DOES A ROOF NEED TO BE REPLACED?

Even gentle wear and tear can take a toll on your roof. Proper roof maintenance can help with its longevity, but eventually, it’ll get too old to function correctly. Sometimes there are obvious signs that your roof is in disrepair, but sometimes, it’s more subtle. So how often should a

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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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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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