ServicesShingle Roofing
Shingle Roofing in Tempe
We repair and replace asphalt shingle roofs that the sun has worn down. You get photos of what we find, a written estimate line by line, and a straight answer on whether a repair will do or the roof needs to come off.
Asphalt shingles, fixed or replaced
Tile gets most of the attention around here, but plenty of homes have shingle roofs, from older ranch houses to newer two-story builds. We fix worn shingle roofs and replace the ones that are past saving.
Heat and sun do most of the damage. Years of UV bake the asphalt, the granules come loose, and the shingles go brittle and curl. Once a shingle cracks, water reaches the underlayment and then the wood deck.
If you think wind or hail caused the damage, we take dated photos and explain how a claim usually goes. We don't act as your adjuster, and we won't tell you what your insurer will pay. We'll just give you clear records to work from.
What our shingle work covers
- Shingle and tab replacement
- Cracked, curled or missing shingles come out and new ones go in, sealed down tight. Sun-faded roofs rarely match perfectly, so we'll hold up the nearest color for you to see first.
- Full tear-off and re-roof
- If patching won't last, we take the roof down to bare wood, swap out bad decking, and install new underlayment, drip edge and shingles. The Roof Replacement page covers that job step by step.
- Flashing and pipe boots
- The rubber collars around plumbing pipes split in the sun years before the shingles wear out. We put in new ones and reseal flashing along walls, chimneys and vents.
- Attic ventilation
- Heat stuck in the attic bakes shingles from the underside. We look at intake and exhaust vents and fix the balance as part of a re-roof.
- Damage photos and an itemized estimate
- Every problem spot gets photographed, and the job is written up item by item. If you choose to file a claim, you can pass those records to your insurer as they are.
Signs your shingle roof needs work
Bare spots and loose granules
Smooth, darker patches show where the granules have worn off. Check the ground under the eaves for sandy grit.
Curled or cupped edges
When shingle corners turn up or the centers sink, the asphalt has lost its oils. From then on, a gust can catch the edge and peel it back.
Tabs missing after a windy day
Monsoon gusts can lift and tear tabs that have lost their seal. A few missing pieces can let water in during the next storm.
Stains on a ceiling
A brown ring on the drywall often traces back to a cracked pipe boot or failed flashing, not the shingles themselves.
A roof near the end of its life
If the roof came with the house and you don't know its age, it's worth having us look before small problems spread.
What sets the price
No two shingle roofs price out the same, so we quote yours after we've walked it. A handful of things account for most of the total. Each gets its own line on the written estimate, so nothing new shows up halfway through the job.
Roof area and slope
More square footage means more shingles to buy and more time to lay them. A steep roof also slows the crew down, since everyone works tied off with roof jacks set in place.
Old layers coming off
It's common to find a second roof laid right on top of the first. Both have to come off, which adds tear-off time and more weight to haul away.
Condition of the deck
Rotted or spongy boards get replaced before new shingles go down. Nobody can count them until the old roof is off, so your estimate lists a set price per board up front.
Shingle type
Flat 3-tab shingles cost less. Thicker architectural shingles cost more but hold up better against wind and sun.
Vents and flashing
New vents or fresh flashing raise the total some. That work also keeps heat and water off the new shingles, which helps them last.
How a shingle job goes
- 1
The phone call
Tell us what you're seeing and whether insurance might be involved. We set a time to come out.
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On the roof
We walk the roof, check the deck for soft spots, and photograph every problem we find. You see the same photos we do.
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Your estimate
We write up the work line by line and tell you plainly if a repair makes sense or the roof should be replaced. We pull the permit when the job calls for one.
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Work day
In summer we start early, because hot shingles scuff and crews slow down by midday. We cover plants and patios, then sweep the yard with a magnet for nails.
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Final walk-through
We show you the finished roof and hand over the paperwork. As an Arizona KB-2 licensed contractor, we back our labor with a 10-year labor warranty.
Shingle roofing questions
Will my insurance pay for a new shingle roof?
That depends on two things: what your policy says and what actually damaged the roof. A sudden hit from wind or hail is often covered. Wear from age and years of sun usually isn't. We give you photos and a written estimate, you file the claim, and we won't promise an outcome that's your insurer's call.
Can you match my existing shingles?
We'll get as close as what's on the market allows. Sun fades shingles over the years, so a fresh one set into a 12-year-old roof will stand out a little at first. If the repair sits where people will see it, we go over your choices before any work starts.
Can you put on shingles in the summer?
Yes. Crews get going at first light and save the heaviest work for the cooler part of the day. Shingles soften in the heat and mark easily under boots, so the schedule matters.
Should I switch to tile or foam instead?
Sometimes. Tile weighs a lot more, so your framing has to be able to carry it. Foam fits low-slope and flat sections. Our Tile Roofing and Foam Roofing pages explain both, and we'll be straight with you if shingles still make the most sense.
What does your warranty cover?
Our shingle work comes with a 10-year labor warranty, which covers the installation our crew did. The shingles themselves carry the maker's own coverage. We'll walk you through both sets of paperwork when the job is done.
Questions about your shingles? Start with a call.
Tell us what you're seeing on your home's roof. We'll set a time to come look and give you a written estimate you can keep.