Arizona Roofing Glossary | Crandell Roofing

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Dead Valley

A flat or low-pitch intersection where water collects and cannot drain quickly; requires careful flashing, membrane, or...

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Dry Rot and Deck Decay

Wood decay from chronic moisture, often hidden until shingles feel spongy or tiles sound hollow. Repairs require removin...

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Haboob Dust and Debris

Dense dust walls that coat roofs and gutters, sometimes combined with microbursts. Fine dust can clog drains and scratch...

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Hail Impact Assessment

Field review of soft metals, shingle mat bruising, coating dimples, and collateral evidence—not every mark indicates fun...

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Monsoon Roof Damage

Seasonal storm effects including lifted shingles or tiles, broken branches impacting the deck, displaced flashing, and d...

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Ponding on Low-Slope Roofs

Standing water more than 48 hours after rain indicates poor drainage or sagging structure; accelerates coating breakdown...

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Skylight Leaks

Often originate at curb flashings, lens seals, or condensation management on humid monsoon nights—not always the glazing...

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Thermal Shock

Rapid heating and cooling cycles that stress coatings, single-ply seams, and some tile mortars—common when hot days cool...

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Wind Uplift Damage

Progressive failure where negative pressure lifts shingle seals or displaces tile; often begins at corners, rakes, and l...