Roofing in Fountain Hills, Arizona

What Fountain Hills roofs deal with

Fountain Hills sits on the eastern slopes of the McDowell Mountains, and many homes are on hillside or ridge lots. Those roofs catch more wind than homes on flat ground, and monsoon microbursts can lift tile at ridges and edges and pull at flashing.

Clay and concrete tile are common here, along with foam and coated flat roofs on contemporary homes. On a tile roof, the underlayment beneath the tile is the main waterproof layer, and it wears out over time in desert heat. When it does, water can get through a roof that still looks perfect from the street. Foam and flat roofs depend on their coating, which needs renewing every several years before the foam underneath is exposed.

Many Fountain Hills communities run architectural review down to tile profile and color, so check your HOA's requirements before planning a roof change.

Areas of Fountain Hills we serve

Homes across Fountain Hills, ZIP code 85268.

Nearby areas we serve: Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, and Mesa.

Fountain Hills roofing questions we hear most

What is tile underlayment, and why does it matter?

It is the waterproof layer beneath the tile. The tile sheds most of the water and protects the underlayment from the sun, but it is the underlayment that keeps water out of the house. When it wears out, leaks can start even though the tile looks fine, and the usual fix involves lifting the tile to replace the underlayment.

Does a ridge or hillside lot change how my roof should be maintained?

Yes. Ridge and hillside homes take stronger gusts than the homes below them, so they are worth checking more often and after major monsoon storms. A cracked or shifted tile you cannot see from the driveway can become a leak in the next storm.

Can a single cracked tile be replaced without redoing the roof?

Usually, yes. A cracked or slipped tile can normally be replaced on its own. If the underlayment beneath that spot is also damaged, the repair may need to be larger.

Is my Fountain Hills condo roof my responsibility or the HOA's?

It depends on your association's governing documents, so check your CC&Rs first. Many condo associations maintain the roofs themselves, while patio home and townhome owners are often responsible for their own.

What causes leaks on flat roofs on contemporary homes?

Most flat roof leaks start where the coating has worn thin, at parapet walls, or at drains and scuppers that let water pond. Keeping the coating renewed, the drains clear, and the parapet caps sealed prevents most of them.