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Roofing in Scottsdale and the East Valley
Sonoran Building Solutions replaces and repairs tile, shingle, foam and flat roofs across Scottsdale and the East Valley under Arizona ROC 368140. Owner Dustin Downs oversaw $20 million a year of residential and commercial roofing production, so your roof is run like a production job, not a guess.
- ROC 368140
- Dustin walks the roof himself
- One crew chief on site
- Callback in 1 business hour
What we do on the roof
Sonoran Building Solutions handles four kinds of residential roofing across Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Fountain Hills, Phoenix, Tempe, Mesa, Chandler and Gilbert.
- Tile underlayment replacement. Most East Valley roofs are concrete or clay tile over underlayment that is 20 to 25 years old. The tile is usually fine. The felt under it is what fails. We lift the tile, install new high-temperature synthetic underlayment, new flashings and bird stops, and reset the tile.
- Asphalt shingle replacement. Full tear-off, deck inspection and new shingles, including impact-rated options for monsoon hail.
- Foam and flat roofs. Spray polyurethane foam recoat or full replacement, common on territorial and Santa Fe style homes. We correct drainage instead of painting over it.
- Repairs and monsoon inspections. Lifted or slipped tile, failed flashings, cracked boots, and a walk of the roof before and after the season.
If your property is a multifamily or commercial building, see our commercial roofing page.
The Arizona realities for a roof
Roofs here work harder than almost anywhere in the country.
Heat. Summer air passes 115 degrees and attic temperatures can pass 150. Standard felt dries out and cracks. High-temperature underlayment and proper ventilation are the baseline in Arizona, not an upgrade.
UV. Sun breaks down foam coatings, sealants and the rubber boots around pipes long before the main roof surface wears out. Those small parts are where most leaks start.
Monsoon. From July to September, microbursts push rain sideways and lift loose tile. Water finds every failed flashing and every hairline crack in the wall below. The roof needs to be right before the season, not after the first leak.
HOA design review. Most Scottsdale and East Valley communities restrict tile profile and color. We submit the architectural request with the approved palette and schedule around the approval timeline, which can add one to three weeks.
Permits. Re-roofing is permitted work in Scottsdale and across Maricopa County jurisdictions. We pull the permit under ROC 368140. You can verify the license at roc.az.gov.
Where the roof sits in the order of operations
The roof goes first. That is the core idea behind Sonoran Building Solutions: build top down and outside in, so nothing gets done twice.
Water comes in from the top. Nothing below the roof is safe until the lid is right. Here is what the roof affects, in order:
- Before the roof: nothing exterior should be finished. New paint or stucco color under an old roof gets scuffed and stained when the roofers arrive.
- After the roof: stucco repair, then windows and doors, then exterior paint. Stucco crews work from finished roof edges. Window crews cut into walls that are already dry.
- Inside the house: if a leak has already damaged drywall, flooring or cabinets, fixing the interior before the roof means paying for it twice.
A homeowner who paints first and re-roofs second usually pays for a second paint mobilization. That is the kind of cost a written order of operations prevents. See how the whole sequence fits together on the stucco and siding and painting pages.
Tile, shingle or foam in Arizona
| Concrete or clay tile | Asphalt shingle | Spray foam | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Most Scottsdale homes built 1980 to 2010 | Pitched roofs where tile is not required | Flat and low-slope roofs |
| What usually fails | Underlayment, flashings, cracked pieces | Granule loss and sealant strip under UV | Coating, ponding areas, penetrations |
| Typical job | Underlayment replacement and tile reset | Full tear-off and replacement | Recoat or replacement |
| HOA concern | Profile and color are often controlled | Usually restricted or not allowed | Common on territorial styles |
How a roof job runs
- Walk the roof. Dustin or a crew chief is on the roof with a camera. Every penetration and valley is photographed.
- Written scope and range. You get options and a plain list of what moves the number. Nothing expires in 24 hours.
- HOA and permit. We submit the architectural request and pull the permit.
- Install, usually two to four days. Tear-off and dry-in the same day, new flashings, tile reset. A magnet sweep every evening.
- Walkthrough. Final inspection with you, photos of the finished roof, and all documents in hand.
One crew chief is on site every day and is your single point of contact. If a day moves, you hear it from us before you notice.
What moves the price
Ranges here are starting points and are confirmed at the roof walk. What moves the final number:
- Roof size and pitch
- Number of tear-off layers
- Decking repairs found after tear-off
- Tile profile, and how much tile can be reused
- Underlayment grade, standard or high-temperature
- Skylights, and solar panel removal and reset
Starting ranges we see most often: tile underlayment replacement about $14,000 to $28,000, shingle about $12,000 to $24,000, foam and flat roofs about $8,000 to $22,000. A single-story ranch with reusable tile sits at the low end. A two-story with steep pitches, broken tile or solar sits higher.
When to call
Call before the problem becomes a ceiling stain. Good times to book the free assessment:
- Your tile roof is 20 years old or more
- You see lifted, slipped or cracked tile
- A closet or ceiling shows a water mark after rain
- Foam is chalking, blistering or holding water
- Monsoon season is a few months away
- You plan other exterior work and want the roof sequenced first
The assessment takes about an hour, costs nothing and requires no decision. You keep the written plan whether or not you hire us.
What's included
What every roof job includes
- Roof walk with photos of every penetration and valley
- Written scope with options and what moves the number
- HOA architectural request and Scottsdale permit handled for you
- Deck inspection after tear-off, with repairs priced before they are done
- New flashings, bird stops and penetration boots
- Dry-in the same day as tear-off so the house is never open overnight
- Magnet sweep and debris cleanup every evening
- Final walkthrough with photos of the finished roof
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Answers first
Roofing FAQ for Scottsdale homeowners
How much does a roof replacement cost in Scottsdale?
Most Scottsdale jobs fall in a range that depends on roof type, size and pitch. Tile underlayment replacement runs about $14,000 to $28,000, asphalt shingle about $12,000 to $24,000, and foam or flat roof work about $8,000 to $22,000. Those are starting ranges only. The real number is confirmed at the roof walk.
Do I need new tile or just new underlayment?
Usually just new underlayment. Concrete tile can last 50 years or more, but the felt beneath it often fails at 20 to 25 years in Arizona heat. We lift, inspect and reset your tile, and replace only the pieces that are broken.
How long does a roof replacement take?
Most homes take two to four days on site. Tear-off and dry-in happen the same day. HOA approval, where required, can add one to three weeks before the start date.
Do I need a permit to re-roof in Scottsdale?
Yes, a re-roof is permitted work in Scottsdale. We pull the permit under ROC 368140 and the cost is in your written estimate, not a surprise later.
Will you work with my insurance after a monsoon storm?
Yes, we document the damage with photos and meet the adjuster on site. We are not a public adjuster and we do not negotiate your policy. We give you a clear written scope and the claim runs on the facts.
Should I replace the roof before painting the house?
Yes, if both are on your list. A re-roof drags debris, ladders and new flashing across the walls. Roofing first means you paint once, over finished work.
Can a foam roof be recoated instead of replaced?
Sometimes. A sound spray foam roof can often be recoated, but ponding water, soft spots or blistering mean the problem is drainage or the foam itself. We check that at the walk and tell you which it is.
Service area
Roofing in Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Phoenix and the East Valley
Get your roof walked before the next monsoon
Book the free assessment. Dustin or a crew chief is on the roof, not at the curb. You get a written scope and keep it either way.