Arizona Roofers repairs and replaces shingle, metal and low-slope roofs in Flagstaff, with free on-roof inspections, photo reports and a phone line that is answered 24/7, including in the middle of a snowstorm. We are a licensed Arizona roofing contractor, ROC#356304 and ROC#356639.
At close to 7,000 feet in the largest ponderosa pine forest in North America, Flagstaff roofs fight snow, ice, freeze-thaw cycles, wildfire embers and a constant rain of pine needles. None of the desert-heat advice that fills most Arizona roofing sites applies here, so this page is written for mountain roofs only. Our wider Arizona roofing services page lists everything else we do.
Roofing services in Flagstaff
Winter leak and ice dam repair
Most Flagstaff emergency calls come after a heavy snow followed by sun: heat escaping through the attic melts snow on the upper roof, the water refreezes at the cold eaves, and the ice dam that forms pushes water back under shingles. We make the roof safe, stop the active leak, then come back in better weather for the permanent fix. See our roof repair services and our page on emergency roof repair.
Roof replacement for snow country
A Flagstaff re-roof is about the layers you cannot see: ice-barrier membrane along the eaves and in valleys, solid flashing at walls and chimneys, and ventilation that keeps the attic cold enough to stop ice dams forming. We plan replacements around dry weather windows and protect the deck at the end of every day. Learn about our roof replacement work across Arizona, and read the signs you need a new roof.
New roofs for mountain homes and cabins
Custom homes on wooded lots, cabins south of town and new additions all need a roof designed for snow shedding and fire exposure. Our new roof installation service covers framing tie-ins, underlayment and finish roofing, and our metal roofing systems are a popular choice for steep pitches that need to drop snow.
Spring and fall roof inspections
The best times to inspect a Flagstaff roof are after the snow melts, to catch winter damage, and in early fall, before the first freeze. A free roof inspection checks shingles, flashing, vents and attic insulation, and our residential roof maintenance checklist covers what you can do between visits.
Commercial and multifamily roofs
Student housing near Northern Arizona University, offices and retail buildings carry flat roofs that collect drifted snow and hold meltwater at drains. Our commercial roofing team keeps drains open, repairs membranes and replaces worn-out systems.
Hail and storm claims
Thunderstorms roll through Flagstaff almost daily in July and August, and some of them carry hail and lightning. We document damage for your insurer; our guide to hail damage roof repair explains what usually needs to happen next.
What Flagstaff’s climate does to a roof
Flagstaff averages roughly 90 inches or more of snow a year and recorded 35.9 inches in a single day on February 21, 2019. Freezing temperatures can return near the end of September and hang on into early June. Those numbers drive almost every roofing decision we make here:
- Snow load and drifts. Heavy, wet snow piles up on low-slope sections, in valleys and against dormers. Sagging rafters or doors that suddenly stick inside can be warning signs.
- Freeze-thaw. Water that gets into cracks in flashing sealant, masonry chimneys or brittle shingles expands when it freezes, widening the gap with every cycle.
- Ice dams. Poor attic insulation and ventilation are the root cause. Our guide to attic ventilation explains how cold-roof design prevents them.
- Wildfire exposure. The Schultz, Museum and Pipeline fires all burned close to town. We recommend Class A fire-rated roof coverings, ember-resistant vents and closed eaves on homes near the forest edge.
- Pine needles and debris. Needles pack valleys and gutters, hold moisture against shingles and add fuel during a fire. Clearing them is cheap protection.
- Post-fire flooding. Burn scars above Timberline, Doney Park, Sunnyside and nearby neighborhoods raise flood risk during monsoon storms, so ground-level water management matters as much as the roof.
Flagstaff neighborhoods we work in
| Area | Typical homes & roofs | What we see most |
|---|---|---|
| Downtown & Townsite | Historic homes from around the turn of the 20th century, steep gables and chimneys | Masonry chimney flashing, ice dams on uninsulated attics |
| Coconino Estates | 1950s–1960s single-level homes north of downtown | Low-pitch shingle roofs, attic ventilation upgrades |
| Greenlaw | 1950s single-level homes on flat lots east of Fourth Street, plus townhomes | Aging shingles, mature-tree debris in valleys |
| Continental Country Club | East-side condos, single-family homes and custom estates around the golf course | Snow-shedding problems over entries, HOA re-roofs |
| Cheshire | Townhomes, ramblers and foothill custom homes up Fort Valley Road, surrounded by forest | Pine needle buildup, wildfire hardening, steep roofs |
| University Heights | Southwest-side multi-level and single-level homes | Valley leaks where roof planes meet, ice at eaves |
| Ponderosa Trails | Early-2000s homes off Lake Mary Road | First full re-roofs, ridge vent and flashing wear |
| Doney Park | Northeast homes on one to ten-plus acres in unincorporated Coconino County | Metal roofs on homes and outbuildings, wind exposure |
Flagstaff homes use the 86001, 86004 and 86005 ZIP codes, with 86011 assigned to the NAU campus.
Permits, HOAs and codes in Flagstaff
Inside city limits, roofing permits come from the City of Flagstaff. Doney Park, Kachina Village, Fort Valley and other surrounding areas are unincorporated Coconino County, which runs its own permitting. We check your parcel and pull permits wherever the city or county requires them.
Gated and golf communities such as Continental Country Club, Pine Canyon and Forest Highlands typically have architectural rules on roof color and material, and older neighborhoods often have none. If you are near the forest, ask us about fire-resistant options that still satisfy your HOA’s design guidelines.
Ice dam or snowstorm leak right now?
Call any time, day or night. We will make it safe first and give you a written repair plan after.
How we handle a Flagstaff roof project
- Inspection, weather permitting. We walk the roof when it is safe and check the attic for insulation gaps, frost and old water stains.
- Written scope with photos. We explain what winter did, what to fix now and what can wait until the next dry stretch.
- Material choice for the site. Class A shingles or metal near the trees, ice-barrier underlayment at eaves and valleys, and ventilation sized to the attic.
- Permit and scheduling. We pull the city or county permit where needed and book the work in a forecast dry window. You can check our licence status at roc.az.gov.
- Completion photos and warranty paperwork once the roof is closed in.
Planning costs for a Flagstaff roof
Mountain re-roofs cost more to do right because of extra underlayment, steeper pitches and snow-rated details. Start with our Arizona roof replacement cost guide, then compare standing seam metal roof costs and impact-resistant shingle costs. Roof financing can spread the payments over time.
Other northern Arizona areas we serve
Southwest of Flagstaff we also roof homes in Prescott and neighboring Prescott Valley. Visit our roofing services hub for the rest of Arizona.
More Flagstaff roofing guides
Flagstaff roofing FAQ
What is the best roof for heavy snow in Flagstaff?
A steep-pitched metal roof sheds snow most readily, and a well-installed architectural shingle roof with ice-barrier membrane at the eaves performs well too. The bigger factor is a cold, well-ventilated attic, which stops the melting that leads to ice dams.
Should I have snow removed from my roof?
Most pitched roofs carry normal Flagstaff snow without trouble. If snow is drifting deeply on a low-slope section, ceilings are cracking or doors are sticking, have the structure checked. Avoid climbing onto an icy roof yourself.
Do you install Class A fire-rated roofing?
Yes. Many asphalt shingles, metal roofs and tile systems carry a Class A fire rating when installed as tested. For homes near the forest we also look at vents, gutters and eaves, where embers tend to collect.
Can you replace a roof in winter?
Repairs happen year-round. Full replacements are planned around dry weather forecasts, because underlayment and shingle sealant need reasonable conditions, and the deck can never be left open to snow.
Does Coconino County or the City of Flagstaff handle my permit?
It depends on your parcel. City addresses go through the City of Flagstaff, while places like Doney Park and Kachina Village are unincorporated Coconino County. We confirm which before we start.
Why do my gutters overflow even when they are not full of snow?
Pine needles mat together in gutters and downspouts and form a dam that holds water and ice. Cleaning them in late fall, before the first hard freeze, prevents most overflow and eave damage.
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