You don’t know your rubber windshield wipers have dried up until you have to use ’em, and you didn’t think there was a problem with your A/C  in AZ unit until winter was over and you flipped on that thermostat. 

If you’re a local to the desert, you know that the summer heat affects every part of life. Here is a sad truth: Your flat roof in Phoenix AZ is not an exception to the rule. What is happening, or what could happen to your roof, that you don’t know about? 

Your roof is exposed to the elements year round. And think about these elements… 

Summer’s heat – Intense heat will test the durability of a roof. Heat can cause cracks, bubbles, and even speed up the general deterioration of a roof. All of which can give way to much bigger problems, including complete roof replacement, if left unchecked. 

“Haboob” – By now, this word goes without explanation. When heavy winds blast the desert, shallow rooted trees and loose debris go flying. While these dust storms are quite a sight, your roof could have suffered damage because of one. Punctures in your roof may have resulted from debris or fallen trees. 

The Hazard – Heavy monsoon rains can pool up, and that water will without fail target any cracks, damages or imperfections in a roof. Leaking will occur, and in serious cases, roof collapse. Yes, roof collapse, just like you have seen on the news. But perhaps you have noticed no such leak. Don’t be fooled, a danger still exists. Rotting and mold growth generally happen out of sight. Could that be happening to your home or business? Just because you can’t see the leak doesn’t mean you shouldn’t expect one. 

Is there a remedy to these silent but dangerous attacks to your roof? Yes. Be proactive. Be as proactive as you are about replacing the belts in your car. You know it’s only a matter of time before the dry heat rots those rubber belts, and that’s why you’re so quick to open the hood if you think you’ve heard them squealing! And now you know that the heat, the wind and the rain will undoubtedly affect your roof. Get your roof inspected. Don’t let a small problem turn into a big one. 

We must ask: Has your roof been inspected this year? Monsoon storms and summer’s sun rays are right around the corner. Now is the time to check your roof. Here at Foam Expert Roofing, Inc., we are qualified and ready to inspect!