Simon Roofing

Licensed Residential Roofing Contractor in Fountain Hills, AZ.

Tile roofs are traditionally made from materials like slate & terracotta, and sometimes cement. There is generally a felt underlayment under most tile roofs with wooden tile-hanging sticks atop the felt paper. We use double underlayments on ALL roofs for maximum durability. How long do tile roofs usually last for? Typically most tile roofs last 15-20 years depending on conditions and underlayment types.

Tile Roof Replacement Information:

• Complete removal & replacement of existing felt tile roof underlayment.
• DOUBLE or SINGLE layer underlayment tile roof installations available.
• Existing tile is re-used if possible, or new tile is installed at an additional cost.
• Every roof is inspected for rotting wood upon tear-off.
• Fascia & plywood replacement available.
• All tile roof replacements come with a 2 year workmanship warranty.

Common Signs It's Time For A New Tile Roof:

• Existing Roof is 20+ years old.
• Has already been "patched" or repaired in the past.
• High number of tiles are shifted, misplaced, broken.
• Cracking or peeling paper underlayment around or under tiles.
• Stains on felt paper or other signs of moisture.
• Flashing, valley metals, or drip-edge non-existent, or no longer functioning.

Shingle Roofs usually consist of individual lapping shingle elements that are most times flat rectangles. These shingles are laid out in courses from the bottom-edge of the roof to the top of the roof, with each row successfully overlapping the last. How long do shingle roofs usually last? Depending on the type of shingle, most last anywhere from 20-30 years.

Shingle Roof Replacement Information:

• Our underlayment's & shingle roof installations are the best in the roofing business.
• We use top-quality roofing materials on all shingle roof installations.
• Every roof is inspected for rotting wood upon tear-off.
• Fascia & plywood replacement available.
• Pick the color of your new shingle roof.
• Before & After Photos available upon request.

Common Signs It's Time For A Shingle Roof Replacement:

• Existing Roof is 20+ years old or has been repaired in the past.
• Signs of stains or moisture on or around shingles and wood.
• Obvious cracking or peeling of shingles, or the roof underlayment is showing.
• Shingles are shifted, misplaced, or missing.
• Roof shingles are bent, missing, or torn.
• Multiple loose rows of shingles.

Generally flat roof coatings are done with elastomeric coatings, asphalt coatings, & silicon coatings. Here at Simon Roofing we offer elastomeric roof coatings & silicon roof coatings under certain conditions. We offer a durable cloth membrane sandwiched in-between layers of coating for a strong-stretchable flat roof. How long do flat roofs usually hold up? Typically flat roofs need re-coated every 5 years.

Flat Roof Coating Information:

• We use high quality Armor Coat elastomeric roofing coating on every job
• Coatings can be used over foam roofs or roofs with rolled roofing.
• Cloth membrane available for extra roof longevity.
• We use American: Peel & Stick rolled roofing along with high quality Armor Coat elastomeric roof coating.
• Energy saving coating reflects the sun & keeps your home cool during strenuous summer heat.
• Coating your flat roof with an elastomeric roof coating will give you a more energy-efficient, water-tight roof, that'll save you money for years!

Common Signs It's Time For A Flat Roof Re-Coating:

• Existing flat roof hasn't had a coating in at least 5 years.
• Obvious cracking or peeling on the flat roof or patio.
• Granules(similar to sand) in or near the drains.
• Signs of stains or moisture.
• Cracking in walls/roof or on chimney's located on flat roof.
• Muddy, debris-filled drains, usually from nearby trees & Arizona dust.

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