Arizona Roofers installs and repairs metal roofs in Phoenix: standing seam, stone-coated steel and metal shingles for homes, and exposed-fastener R-panel for shops, barns and light-commercial buildings. Call (480) 463-3483. We start with a free on-roof inspection and give you a written scope and price, so you know whether metal suits your house before you commit.
We are a Phoenix contractor on East McDowell Road, licensed by the Arizona Registrar of Contractors (ROC #356304 and ROC #356639), and we answer the phone 24/7. Metal is a smaller share of Phoenix roofs than tile or shingle, so this page focuses on what matters here: heat movement, reflectivity, monsoon wind, solar mounting and HOA approval. For the material itself, see our metal roofing in Arizona page, and for every service we offer in the city, the Phoenix roofing company page.
Metal roofing options for Phoenix homes and buildings
| Metal roof type | How it is built | Best fit in Phoenix |
|---|---|---|
| Standing seam | Vertical panels joined at raised seams, fastened with concealed clips so screws are not exposed to the weather | Modern and desert-contemporary homes, low-pitch roofs, homes planning solar |
| Stone-coated steel and metal shingles | Steel panels pressed into tile, shake or shingle profiles, with a granular or painted finish | Homes that want the look of tile or shingle with less weight, including some HOA communities |
| R-panel and PBR | Ribbed panels with exposed fasteners and sealing washers | Detached shops, garages, barns, storage buildings and light-commercial structures |
| Metal patio covers and canopies | Insulated or single-skin panels on a framed structure | Back patios, carports and outdoor kitchens that need shade |
Patio structures have their own design questions, covered in our guide to metal roof patio covers. For larger commercial metal roofs on warehouses and industrial buildings, see commercial roofing in Phoenix.
How metal handles Phoenix heat
Reflectivity matters more than color names
A metal roof with a light, reflective finish sends much of the sun’s energy back off the house instead of into the attic. Dark finishes absorb more heat. Because the ENERGY STAR roof program was retired in 2022, we compare finishes using Cool Roof Rating Council ratings for solar reflectance and thermal emittance. Pairing a cool finish with good insulation for hot climates and proper attic ventilation has the biggest effect on summer cooling.
Panels grow and shrink every day
Steel and aluminum expand in the afternoon sun and contract overnight. On long panels that movement is significant. Standing seam systems use clips that let panels slide, and the trim at ridges, hips and walls has to allow for it too. On exposed-fastener roofs, the same movement slowly enlarges screw holes and wears out washers, which is why those roofs need periodic fastener checks.
The underlayment still matters
Metal surfaces in Phoenix get very hot, and the layer beneath them has to tolerate that. We use high-temperature underlayments rated for metal roofing so the barrier under the panels does not soften or break down early. It is the same lesson tile roofs teach in the desert: the hidden layer usually fails first.
Monsoon wind, rain and dust on metal roofs
Monsoon season runs June 15 to September 30, bringing gusty outflow winds, heavy rain and dust. On metal roofs, wind finds loose edges first, so eave and rake trim, ridge caps and panel ends are fastened to the manufacturer’s specification. Rain is rarely a problem on a properly detailed metal roof, since water sheds fast, but debris can dam behind chimneys, skylights and HVAC curbs. Those transitions get crickets or diverters so water and dust do not collect.
A common question is noise. Over solid decking and underlayment, rain on a metal roof sounds much like rain on any other roof. The loud drumming people remember comes from metal installed over open framing, such as barns and patio covers.
Thinking about a metal roof?
We will inspect your current roof, check the structure, and lay out metal options side by side.
Solar on a standing seam roof
Standing seam is the easiest roof in Phoenix to put solar on. Mounting clamps grip the raised seams, so rails attach without drilling through the panels, which removes the most common source of solar-related leaks. Tile and shingle roofs need flashed penetrations at every mount. If you plan to add solar within a few years, choosing standing seam now can simplify that work. Our guides on replacing a roof with solar panels and solar tiles versus solar panels explain timing and coordination with your solar installer.
Is metal the right roof for your Phoenix home?
Metal tends to suit you if:
- You want a light, reflective roof that stays cooler than dark shingle
- You plan to stay in the home for a long time and want low ongoing maintenance
- You have or plan to add solar
- Your roof pitch is low enough that tile is not an option
- You need a durable roof on a shop, garage or barn
It may not be the best choice if:
- Your HOA restricts roofing to tile, or its guidelines do not list metal
- You want to match the rest of a tile neighborhood exactly
- The budget points to a lower-cost repair of the existing roof instead
To compare metal with tile, foam and shingle in desert conditions, read our guide to the best roofing material for Arizona heat.
Switching to metal from tile or shingle
Moving from concrete tile to metal takes a lot of weight off the framing, which is rarely a problem. Moving from shingle to standing seam may need new decking where the old sheathing is damaged or uneven. Either way, we tear off down to the deck, repair what we find, add the high-temperature underlayment, then install the panels and trim. A full roof replacement in Phoenix follows the same process from scope to final walk-through.
Metal roof repair in Phoenix
We also repair existing metal roofs. The usual problems are backed-out or rusted fasteners, dried sealant at laps and trim, rust at cut edges, loose ridge caps after wind, and leaks around evaporative coolers and vent pipes. Replacing fasteners and resealing transitions often stops the leak without new panels. For leaks on other roof types, see roof repair in Phoenix, and if you want a condition check first, a Phoenix roof inspection gives you a photo report.
What a metal roof costs in Phoenix
Price depends on the panel type, gauge, finish, roof shape, tear-off, decking repairs and the number of penetrations. We price every roof from an on-roof inspection. For typical ranges and what drives them, read the cost of a standing seam roof, try the roof replacement calculator, or look at financing options. Manufacturer finish and panel warranties differ, and our article on roof warranty coverage explains what to ask.
Where we install metal roofs around Phoenix
We work throughout Phoenix, from central neighborhoods where owners are replacing tired shingle on mid-century homes, to newer custom homes in North Phoenix, to properties on the edges of the city that need a metal-roofed barn, shop or storage building. We also install metal for neighbors in the Scottsdale roofing company, Tempe roofing company and Glendale roofing company areas. The full list of services is on our Arizona roofing services page.
Permits and HOA approval for metal roofs in Phoenix
Per the City of Phoenix’s published list of work exempt from permit, re-roofing with the same type of material as the original roof is exempt. A switch from tile or shingle to metal falls outside that wording, so we check with the city and pull the permit where it is required. Historic-district properties cannot use the city’s online permits. Our Arizona roof permit guide and the article on Phoenix building permits cover the details.
In HOA communities built around tile, a change to metal almost always needs architectural approval first. Under A.R.S. § 33-1817, approval of a planned-community owner’s plans “shall not unreasonably be withheld,” but the community’s design guidelines still set the rules for profile and color. Stone-coated steel in a tile profile is often the easiest metal to get approved. Separately, A.R.S. § 33-1816 bars planned-community associations from prohibiting solar energy devices, while allowing reasonable placement rules. We prepare product sheets and color samples for your application. Our guide to HOA roof replacement in Arizona walks through the approval process.
Metal roofing in Phoenix: common questions
Does a metal roof make a Phoenix house hotter?
Not when it has a reflective finish. A light-colored, cool-rated metal roof reflects much of the sun’s energy and releases heat quickly after sunset. Dark, unrated finishes and poor attic ventilation are what cause hot attics.
Is a metal roof loud during monsoon storms?
On a home with solid decking and underlayment, rain on metal sounds similar to rain on other roofs. Noticeable drumming happens mainly on structures without a solid deck, such as barns, carports and some patio covers.
Can I put solar panels on a metal roof?
Yes, and standing seam is the simplest roof for it. Clamps attach to the raised seams, so the solar rails go on without holes through the roof panels. Exposed-fastener metal roofs need flashed mounts, much like other roof types.
Will my HOA let me replace tile with metal?
That depends on your community’s design guidelines, and you need written approval before work starts. Arizona law says planned-community approval shall not be unreasonably withheld, and stone-coated steel in a tile profile is often accepted where flat-panel metal is not. We supply the product details for your application.
Do I need a permit to switch to a metal roof in Phoenix?
The City of Phoenix exempts re-roofing with the same type of material as the original roof. Changing from tile or shingle to metal is outside that exemption, so we confirm the requirement with the city and pull the permit when one is needed.
Do you repair metal roofs on shops and barns?
Yes. Most leaks on R-panel and PBR roofs come from worn fasteners, failed washers, open laps or rusted edges. Replacing fasteners and resealing transitions fixes many of them without new panels.
Get a metal roof quote for your Phoenix home
Free on-roof inspection, a structure check, and a written price for the metal system that fits your house.