Roofing Glossary | Crandell Roofing

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Roofing Materials

Asphalt

A dark, viscous mixture of hydrocarbons used in the production of shingles, modified bitumen, and built-up roofing. Its...

Roofing Materials

Asphalt Shingles

The most common roofing material in the U.S. In Phoenix and the surrounding areas, these are often "cool" shingles desig...

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Phoenix Gilbert Mesa
Roofing Problems

Blistering

The formation of raised pockets or bubbles on the surface of a roof membrane, caused by trapped moisture or air expandin...

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Phoenix
Roofing Materials

Built-Up Roofing (BUR)

An asphalt-based roofing system that consists of multiple layers of hot tar and felt or fabric, often topped with gravel...

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Phoenix Mesa
Roofing Components

Chimney

A vertical structure of masonry, metal, or concrete that allows smoke and gases to escape a building. The area where the...

Roofing Materials

Clay Tiles

A durable and fire-resistant roofing material made from molded and baked clay. It's a classic choice in Arizona for its...

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Phoenix Gilbert Mesa
Roofing Materials

Concrete Tiles

A more cost-effective alternative to clay tiles, made from a mixture of sand, water, cement, and iron oxide. Offers simi...

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Phoenix Gilbert Mesa Peoria
Roofing Concepts

Cool Roof

A roofing system that has been specifically designed to reflect sunlight and absorb less heat than a standard roof. This...

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Phoenix Gilbert Peoria
Roofing Materials

Cool Roof Coatings

A reflective, liquid-applied coating that can be added to an existing roof to reduce heat absorption and improve energy...

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Phoenix Gilbert Tempe
Roofing Components

Coping

The capping or covering on top of a parapet wall. It's designed to protect the wall from water damage and is a key compo...

Roofing Components

Cricket

A peaked construction installed behind a chimney or other roof obstruction to divert water and debris around the obstacl...

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Phoenix
Roofing Components

Decking (or Sheathing)

The structural material, typically plywood or OSB, that is attached to the rafters or trusses. It forms the foundation f...

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Phoenix
Roofing Components

Dormer

A structural element of a roof that projects vertically from the sloped roof plane, typically containing a window. Dorme...

Roofing Components

Downspout

A pipe that carries rainwater from a gutter down to the ground and away from the building's foundation. Proper downspout...

Roofing Components

Drip Edge

A metal strip installed along the edges of the roof to help water run off the roof and into the gutters, protecting the...

Roofing Problems

Dry Rot

A type of wood decay caused by certain fungi, which can occur in the roof deck, rafters, or trusses. Dry rot is a seriou...

Roofing Materials

EPDM (Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer)

A synthetic rubber roofing membrane primarily used on low-slope buildings. EPDM is known for its durability, resistance...

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Phoenix Glendale
Roofing Components

Eaves

The part of a roof that overhangs the side of a building, often with a soffit and fascia. Eaves help direct water away f...

Weather & Climate

El Niño

A climate pattern that can affect weather conditions in the United States, often leading to wetter and cooler winters in...

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Phoenix
Service & Maintenance

Emergency Repair

Immediate service to temporarily or permanently fix a roof leak or major damage to prevent further water intrusion into...

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Phoenix