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Overcoming a Cracked Foam Roof

By Roofing Repair, CoolidgeNo Comments

In Coolidge, Arizona we did a pretty impressive roof repair, that made the customer very happy.  The challenge was overcoming a cracked foam roof, without replacing it entirely.  This is how aGAF Roofing Contractor - overcoming a cracked foam roof foam roof repair takes into consideration not only the roof, but also the customer’s wants and needs.

The Problem to Overcome With This Roof

This was a very unique roofing situation.  The customer had a shingle roof, which then had a foam roof applied on top of that.  In addition, a roof coating was applied as well.  Because of these layers, there was no damage to the underlaying of the roof’s structure.

The problem was that part of the foam roof had split off onto the side.  This was caused primarily due to the air conditioning unit continuously leaking water.  Along with this, and daily exposure to the outside elements, it destroyed the coating in a patch.  From there, the water made a pathway down the side of the roof.

When other roofing contractors looked at the situation, their only conclusion was to replace the entire roof.  An complete roof replacement was not the only option that Castile Roofing saw.

Castile Roofing’s Solution

Considering that the rest of the roof was in good shape, the customer was not ready to replace their entire roof prematurely.  After a careful assessment, we determined that there was an alternative solution.  Our conclusion not only protected their home once again, it was more what the customer wanted in the first place.

Our roofers were able to re-attach the section that had split off.  Then, using a mixture of polyester and super putty, they filled  and sealed the section, and every single crack the water had created.  After that, we applied  multiple layers of roof coating to ensure the roof was sealed.  Not only did ensure that the roof was fully protected, it also gave it a fantastic finish.  The best part is, this roof won’t need to be replaced for about 10 years.

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Trust Roof Repair to Us, the Experts of the Valley: Castile Roofing!

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Trust Roof Repair to Us, the Experts of the Valley: Castile Roofing!

Homeowners dread this, and business owners fear this: roof repair just isn’t something people are willing to concern themselves with. It’s costly to handle so most ignore it at first. Then the problem escalates to where they HAVE to address it, or it becomes far too hazardous to live/work/do business. While most would not let such damage go to this extreme, it’s still a hassle to deal with roof repair. Castile Roofing is more than eager to handle such ‘hassle.’ This makes us the best option for roof repair when you need Roofing Done Right!

Why Deal with Roof Repair?

It’s not enough to just ‘deal’ with roof repair. The roof of the home is just as important as water or electricity. It is the first and last line of defense against the elements of the sun and rain. Neglecting the roof could lead to further damage inside the home; and for those selling their home it will quickly devalue the property itself. It is in the best interest of home and business owners to have these matters handled properly. Castile Roofing is more than capable of this service.

What Types of Roofing Materials do you do for Roof Repair?

One of the most common questions we hear from customers is what type of materials can you handle as a roofing company. While the simple answer is ‘all known roofing materials in the Valley,’ we like to elaborate on roofing materials we specialize:

The roofing materials range from home to home, but the quality of work is universal to all residents of the Valley of the Sun! Having lived in the Valley ourselves, we literally are a part of the homes we serve. That’s how we can work for customers in Mesa, Tempe, Avondale, Glendale, Casa Grande, Phoenix, Scottsdale, and more!

How Do We Contact Castile Roofing?

We have many ways to contact us, and here’s how. First, the best method of contact is email: info@castileroofing.com. Our team will respond quickly and give you insight on scheduling. After this, the next best method is via phone. Though it is best to contact us as soon as possible, as our lines do get busy quickly. This is because residents trust the quality of our work; something we humbly thank them for. So if you need roof repair, consultations, installations or just want to witness Roofing Done Right, Castile Roofing is the best choice.

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Scottsdale Roofing Done Right by Castile!

By Roofing, Maintenance, Roofing Maintenance, Roofing Repair, Summertime, WintertimeNo Comments

Scottsdale Roofing

The City of Scottsdale has many types of homes and buildings that dot the city’s landscape. From simple and classic homes to modern and contemporary office buildings, Scottsdale has it all. This also gives rise to potential and unique roofing concerns. Scottsdale roofing issues are vital to resolve for residents of the area; and in a timely manner. That’s where Castile Roofing comes in, with quality service to showcase Scottsdale Roofing Done Right!

Scottsdale Roofing Issues Know No Season

While the Valley of the Sun may have two seasons (Summer and ‘Everything Else’), in truth a roofing problem is not beholden to one specific time of the year. While more noticeable damage is shown during the monsoon season, that’s not to say that debris or ‘unwanted guests’ atop the roof won’t show up at any other time. Just like the maintenance INSIDE the home, it is equally important to take care of the outside, and this includes the roof. Our staff will quickly arrive to deal with this aspect. Our crew will handle the challenge presented to them, showing Scottsdale Roofing Done Right!

How Do We Get the Process Started?

To contact Castile Roofing, you can use our contact page, linked here. You can also contact us via phone at 602-687-7282 or 480-418-8317. Once contacted, we will schedule a visit based on your time. Finally, once on site, we will handle the situation as Castile Roofing can: Showing Roofing Done Right in a professional manner.

What Does Castile Roofing Offer?

Our services come in a variety of sorts, from basic inspections and consultations to full roof installations. Castile Roofing has also professional that have lived as roofers for the Valley; some as early as twelve years old! While the focus is on Scottsdale, we offer this same level of quality for all Valley Cities. If you live in Mesa, Tempe, Phoenix, Chandler, Avondale, Glendale and beyond, we’re here to offer our services as the Valley’s premier roofing company. Call us today!

Sharing the Sheridon – One of Castile Roofing’s Finest Works!

By Roofing, Casa Grande, Chandler, Glendale, Mesa, Peoria, Phoenix, Scottsdale, Sun City/Sun City West, Tempe, Valley Cities

Sheridan Showcase for Castile Roofing

While we view all of our efforts to satisfy our customers as our finest works, one particular location (what we call ‘The Sheridan’) is one of our ‘masterworks.’ Even our lead roofer, who actually let his team do this work themselves WITHOUT his direct supervision, felt this as the exemplary standard of ‘Roofing Done Right!’ That alone goes a long way as a roofing company. It is also the reason we are a trusted roofing company. Here are a few pictures we like to offer:

The Sheridan Has New Vents!

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We first showcase the new ventilation covers recently installed onto the roof and sealing properly around the tiles. This will not only help in the removal of excess heat, but also help cut down Air Conditioning costs. This is a BIG plus to have as a homeonwer in the Valley of the Sun.

Additional Sealing Work on the Roof

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From these photos, you can can see the completion of necessary sealant on ventilation and exhaust pipes on the roof. The first picture showcases the main duct for the air conditioner; followed by the water exhaust from the same machine to that picture’s right. The next two photos further showcase the usage of sealant from different and closer angles. Finally, we have the cleanup and finish of the project itself.

The Final Cleanup and Finish

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The final touches showcase the love and care taken into this masterwork. From the newly minted vent systems to the articulate use of sealant to the overall cleanup and disposal, our roofers earned their pay on this one. Rarely, roofing is seen as a work of art, but today, this art was on display for the neighborhood of this customer to see! If you would like your roof to be the next masterwork, do not hesitate to contact Castile Roofing today! We cover all the major cities in the Valley of the Sun: Casa Grande, Chandler, Glendale, Mesa, Peoria, Phoenix, Scottsdale, Sun City (and SC West), Tempe, and more.

Buckskin Roofing Maintenance made by Castile Roofing

By Roofing, Roofing Maintenance, Roofing Repair, Tile Roof

Buckskin Roofing Maintenance made by Castile Roofing

Castile Roofing is continuing to be at the forefront of helping our customers with their roofing need. One such example took place in the neighborhood of Buckskin. We like to showcase this with some photos of the job we completed a few weeks ago.

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Here we see the installation of new roofing tile to replace the damaged tile that was there beforehand. As you notice, the coloration is lighter than the surrounding tile. While we make every effort to go EXACTLY as colored, there are times we have to let nature do the proper tanning for us. The primary goal is to get your home’s roof back to proper functioning capability.

Another Benefit Courtesy of Castile Roofing

Here is another example to our commitment to our customers with these photos:

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Sometimes, we may be asked to provide additional work; the kind that is outside the scope of the original invoice. In this instance, it was to install bird-deterrent spikes. Under normal circumstances, we would have to reschedule for a second attempt, charge for items, complete the work, etc. This is also handled on a case-by-case basis; not all cases are like this. Even so, we took the time to install these bird-deterrent spikes provided by the customer for an additional charge. Yes, we must be paid for services rendered. We cannot change that aspect of our business.

The Final Touches and The Final Message

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These last set of picture overlook the runoff corner to ensure that are properly overlooking the roof and angled correctly. This is critical to prevent water deposits and to help with getting water off the roof quickly. This will give the roof additional years of life, and hopefully remove further calls to repairs.

Why Go To Castile Roofing?

For Roofing Done Right, of course! That’s how we’ve become a trusted roofing company in the Valley. From Mesa to Tempe, Scottsdale to Avondale, Chandler to Phoenix, we cover all roofs with our quality service and customer support. Call today to schedule work you need done.

Eloy – Our Greatest Challenge, And Our Legacy

By Roofing, Consultation, Maintenance, Repairs, Shingle Roof

One of the many small towns that dot our beloved Grand Canyon State, Eloy is a small town with many homes in need of some love. While we cannot rebuild the homes, we CAN work on roofing to make sure they can withstand the harsh weather out there. Here are some examples of some much needed work and care.

The Porch Areas of a Complex in Eloy

Here we have the following roofs that act as the top portion of the porch:

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Here you have the the porch area sections. As you notice, mold and rot have taken hold. Eventually, if left unchecked and without repair, this part of the roof will collapse, possibly hurting someone. Naturally, you want to keep people safe from that kind of harm.

More Examples of Potential Problems; Same Complex

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Here you see several examples of water damage from AC units installed on the roof itself. This is due to negligence when having an AC on the roof without regularly checking on it. Over time, you see runoff patterns from water/Freon seeping out from the exhaust pipe. This discolors the shingles shown here and also causing permeation which weakens the roofs ability to guard against the elements. While these shown are a more extreme case, it’s important to contact us regularly to make sure you don’t have your roof end up like this.

Natural Foliage, Natural Problems

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Here is where nature is not being kind to this poor roof. While the tree itself is not through the roof, thankfully, it can do some discoloration and and also make it too easy for tree dwellers to hop onto the roof and use it for whatever they want to do. Therefore, you want someone to inspect the roof to see if there is any significant damage. Our consultation will be able to have that done for you. Depending on the type of roof; shingle, tile, etc., the cost could be considerable.

The Verdict

As you see from the pictures provided that a lot of the ‘porch’ sections of these roofs, along with the rest of the roofs themself are in the WORST of shape. They could fall from decay at almost any moment. So don’t wait until you reach this level of damage. Our closest and more readily available location to serve you is that of the Casa Grande Location. Contact us to get your Roof and your ROOFING Done Right!

Roofing Done Right in Peoria – A Day in the Life of a Castile Roofer

By Roofing, Roofing Maintenance, Roofing Repair

Work in Peoria – How it Began

At Castile Roofing, we know a roofer’s work is truly never done. Merely completed until the next challenge comes their way. Such was the case for one of our roofers when he received the call for a truss coming apart as well as leaking in a home in Peoria. This home was also a proud owner of solar panels; hoping to save even more money on energy costs while taking full advantage of the largest power source. That said, it does put a burden on the roof itself, as seen on the truss here:

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Fortunately, we were able to get the repairs necessary for this customer.

The Work That Was Done

First and foremost, we start with the first and major concern, the truss (the silver metal thing holding the support beams onto the roof itself). Our roofer went ahead and replaced the truss itself, as shown here:

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With the truss replaced, the beam is better reinforced. This will help in dealing with the weight of the solar panels on top of the roof. This is important as the LAST thing our customer wants to deal with is a solar panel breaking through the ceiling creating an improptu “sun roof.”

Going Topside at our Customer’s Peoria Home

Speaking of, that’s where we go to next. Here the focus was handling the potential areas that would leak during the summertime. The following showcases areas of repair handled by our sturdy roofer:

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The main focus here was ensuring that there are no leaks coming from the air-conditioner (so your AC bill isn’t through the roof; get it?) as well as from the vent exhausts. To do this, they used a special adhesive to ensure the areas remain airtight. This will further save the customer vast amounts on their heating and cooling bills, on top of the savings they will have from using Solar Energy!

Another Satisfied Customer and Roofer

Now we’ve reached the end, and the job is complete. Addressing the supports first prior to the roof work topside shows our care to the customer’s safety. Then, we got to work to further protect their investment in the home by cutting down potential leak areas. This is the professional quality you can rely and expect from us at Castile Roofing; Roofing Done Right in Peoria!

Key To Roof Longevity – Proper Maintenance

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Out every part of a building, roofs experience the most wear and tear from the weather. The sun blazes down on Phoenix, AZ roofs 299 days a year (on average) and during summer months, roofs can reach temperatures of over 120 degrees. The months of July, August and September bring heavy monsoons which can cause massive leaks and damage. In the Phoenix winter, low temperatures and heavy moisture may prone roofing materials to freeze and fractures. Your roof’s longevity is reliant upon proper care. We recommend biannual inspections.

If you want to maintain your building’s value and keep it looking sharp, maintenance of your roof is imperative. Unfortunately, because roofs are often out of sight, they can slip out of mind.

Below we outline roof maintenance best practices for a multitude of roofing types.

Maintaining Shingle Roofs

Check for Vegetation Growth

Moss and algae can corrode to your roof’s shingles significantly. If you find moss or algae growth on your roof, remove the outbreak and use a zinc or iron solutions to prevent further growth.

Clean Debris

Debris tend to collect on roofs over time. Inspect your roof for garbage, leaves, and other debris several times a year. Look under A/C units, near your chimney, and other areas such as protruding pipes. Removing debris will ensure that water won’t contribute to your roof’s decay as much.

Check Roof Flashings

Roof flashings are one of the most common ways that water enters a house so is important to check the flashings for signs of damage. Roof Flashings are strips of galvanized steel that are placed over the joints in your roof to prevent leaking. Check for cracks or algae and repair as needed.

Check Shingles

Carefully inspect your shingles for loose tabs. To prevent damage to your building, loose shingles must be repaired right away. Repairing a loose shingle is as easy as applying a little cempent to the bottom of the shingle which will secure it in place.

Check for Overgrown Tree Limbs & Branches

During storms with heavy winds, overgrown branches may bang scrape against the roof which can cause serious damage. Trim surrounding trees to avoid this issue as well as others, like roof rats.

Check the Gutters

Make sure that your gutters are clean so that water can freely flow away from your roof. Water accumulation can significantly decrease the life expectancy of your shingles.

Maintaining Foam Roofs

Foam roofs are topped with an elastomeric material that protect it from ultraviolet sunrays and can help the roof last for more than two and a half decades. The protective roof coat wears out overtime so it is important to recoat the foam roof every five years.

In between coatings there are several precautions you can take so to ensure the longevity of your roof.

Keep The Roof Free From Debris

Because roofs are out of sight, it is important take an inspection of your building’s roof for bird’s nests, tree branches,  leaves, and debris at least once a year. If debris is left uncleaned on a foam roof, it can decompose the foam. The best time of year to inspect a roof is after monsoon season as the summer storms ususally leave debris on roofs.

Get Yearly Inspections

A roofer will typically inspect your roof for free and can tell when it’s time to recoat your roof or if any holes need repaired. With foam roofs it’s important to have consistent inspections as the longevity of the roof is directly correlated to the health of the top reflective coating.

Look for Strange Foam Discolorations

When you are removing debris from your roof look around and notice the texture of the roof. The texture of the roof should look a bit like an orange peel. If the texture resembles scrambled eggs or popcorn, the foam has been compromised. If foam is exposed or deteriorating, your likely well past due for a roof re-coating.

Have a Roofer Inspect for Ponding

Ask your roofer to look for water ponding on your roof. If found, your roofing professional can engineer a system to prevent further water pooling.

 

Maintaining Title Roofs

Check for Debris

Debris can decrease water flow and contribute to algae growth that will change the color of your bricks. Hence forth it is very important to keep your roof clean. Identify debris with a visual inspection around your house and then locate a secure and sturdy later to climb on to your roof. Use a broom to remove leaves, twigs, and other trash. A pressure washer is a great way to remove algae, bird feces, or dirt from your roof.

Clear Away Nearby Tree Foliage

In heavy Phoenix Monsoon storms tree branches can sway fiercely in the wind and cause significant damage to your roof. Ensure that all nearby tree branches are trimmed or risk significant roof  repair and possible remodeling costs.

Tile Repair

You should almost always hire a Phoenix Roofing Professional to repair loose tiles. Improperly secured tiles and underlayment can cause major damage to your roof and home.

Remember proper roof care not only ensures the increased longevity of your Phoenix roof, but can also lead to lower utility bills and less remodeling costs.

Castile Roofing offers free Arizona roofing consultations. To increase the longevity of your roof fill in the form to the right.

 

Roofing Done Right in the Summertime!

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Summer has once again returned to the Valley of the Sun.

Roofing Done Right in the Arizona Summertime!Back again are the days of bluer skies, spare drops of summer rain that can be squalls later in the months to come, and the blistering heat we’ve come to love or hate. It’s also important to know that it’s a critical time for homeowners and business owners alike for roofing done right!

Why is it so important in the Summertime?

Through these crucial months, the summer heat can be brutal on a roof, weakening the roof as it has the most exposure to the hot sun. Read More

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