Roofing Glossary | Crandell Roofing

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Roofing Components

Skylight

A window installed in a roof to admit natural light. While they add value, skylights are also common sources of roof lea...

Roofing Concepts

Slope

The incline of a roof, also known as its pitch. A steeper slope allows for faster water runoff and is a key factor in ch...

Roofing Components

Soffit

The finished material on the underside of the eave overhang. Vented soffits are essential in Tempe and throughout the Va...

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Phoenix Tempe
Roofing Materials

Solar Shingles

A type of roofing shingle that also functions as a solar panel to generate electricity. This innovative material can be...

Roofing Components

Solar-Powered Vents

Attic vents that use solar energy to power a fan, which pulls hot air out of the attic. These are highly effective for r...

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Phoenix
Roofing Materials

Spray Polyurethane Foam (SPF)

A lightweight, seamless roofing system commonly used on flat or low-sloped roofs. The foam is sprayed as a liquid, expan...

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Phoenix Gilbert
Service & Maintenance

Storm Damage Repair

Specialized roofing services to fix damage caused by high winds, hail, or heavy rainfall, which are common during Arizon...

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Phoenix Mesa Glendale
Roofing Problems

Sun Damage

The deterioration of a roof's materials due to prolonged exposure to intense sunlight and UV radiation. In Arizona, sun...

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Phoenix
Roofing Materials

TPO (Thermoplastic Polyolefin)

A single-ply membrane roofing material made from a blend of rubber and plastic. It's highly durable, heat-reflective, an...

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Phoenix Tempe
Installation & Repair

Tear-Off

The process of completely removing an existing roofing system down to the structural deck before installing a new one. T...

Roofing Problems

Termite Damage

Structural damage to a roof's wooden components caused by termites. This is a significant concern for homeowners in Ariz...

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Phoenix
Roofing Components

Truss

A prefabricated triangular framework of wood or metal used to support the roof. Trusses are a modern alternative to raft...

Roofing Components

Underlayment

A water-resistant or waterproof barrier material, typically felt or a synthetic fabric, that is installed directly on th...

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Phoenix Mesa
Roofing Components

Valley

The "V" shaped metal channel or section where two sloped roof sections meet. Valleys are a critical point for water runo...

Roofing Components

Vents

Openings in the roof that allow air to circulate through the attic or roof system. Proper ventilation is essential for p...

Service & Maintenance

Warranty

A written guarantee from a roofer or manufacturer that covers a roof and/or its materials for a specified period against...

Roofing Problems

Wind Damage

Damage to a roof caused by high winds, which can lift and tear off shingles, tiles, or other roofing materials. This is...

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Phoenix