Starting fresh with a new roof provides advantages impossible to achieve through replacement or repair. Bob’s Custom Roofing specializes in new construction roofing throughout Tucson, partnering with builders, contractors, and homeowners to deliver installations engineered for Arizona’s demanding desert environment. Since 1972, we have built roofs that protect Tucson homes from their first day forward.
New construction allows for optimal material selection, perfect integration with building systems, and installation precision, setting the foundation for decades of reliable performance. Whether coordinating with production builders on tract developments or collaborating with architects on custom residences, our team brings expertise that transforms roofing plans into reality.
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Building from scratch eliminates compromises inherent in replacement projects.
Existing homes often present challenges, including hidden structural issues, limited material choices that match existing elements, the need to work around landscaping and utilities, and disposal complications from old roofing.
New installation sidesteps these obstacles entirely. Structural framing can be engineered specifically for your chosen roofing material. Ventilation systems integrate optimally from the beginning. Flashing details coordinate perfectly with fresh construction. Material selection remains unrestricted by existing colors or styles requiring matches.
Timing flexibility represents another significant advantage. Replacement projects must accommodate homeowner schedules and weather windows while protecting occupied spaces. New construction scheduling coordinates with overall building timelines, allowing efficient workflow without disrupting daily life.
Cost efficiency also favors new installation. Projects avoid tear-off labor, disposal fees, and potential repair expenses that may be discovered under old roofing. Material ordering becomes straightforward without unknown quantities emerging mid-project. The result delivers better value through streamlined processes impossible during replacement work.
Advantages of New Roof Installation
Builder Partnerships and Construction Coordination
Three decades of partnering with Tucson builders have taught us that successful new roof installation demands more than just technical skill. Coordination separates smooth projects from troubled ones plagued by delays, conflicts, and frustration.
Our builder relationships rest on reliability that homeowners rarely see. We schedule installations aligning with framing completion and coordinate timing with other subcontractors competing for access. Weather delays are communicated promptly with adjusted timelines. Material deliveries arrive as needed without creating staging problems. Inspections pass without requiring callbacks that delay subsequent trades.
Production builders appreciate our capacity for multiple simultaneous installations across tract developments.
Consistent crews deliver uniform quality, meeting specifications without variation between homes. Pricing structures accommodate volume projects while maintaining the craftsmanship standards we refuse to compromise.
Custom home builders value our flexibility with unique designs and premium materials. Complex geometries, specialty products, and architectural details receive the attention they deserve. We collaborate during design phases, providing input that prevents costly surprises during construction when design modifications become expensive.
General contractors working on significant additions find our integration expertise invaluable. Tying new roofing into existing structures requires careful flashing, matching materials when possible, and valley construction that manages water between old and new sections. Our tile yard inventory often provides discontinued tiles, which are essential for seamless additions that would be impossible without access to obsolete products.
Expertise for Every Type of Project
Material Systems Engineered for Desert Performance
Arizona’s climate demands roofing materials engineered for extreme conditions. Surface temperatures exceeding 150 degrees, sudden monsoon deluges, intense UV bombardment, and dramatic temperature swings destroy products that perform adequately in moderate climates. Our material recommendations reflect decades of observing what actually survives Tucson conditions.
Tile installation represents our specialty, refined through thousands of Tucson projects. Clay tiles deliver unmatched longevity, often lasting 75-plus years with minimal maintenance. Concrete tiles provide excellent performance at a lower cost. Both reflect solar radiation effectively, reducing cooling loads substantially. New construction tile installation requires structural engineering to account for weight. Clay tiles add 850-1000 pounds per square foot, and concrete tiles add approximately 950 pounds. Our installation includes comprehensive underlayment, properly engineered attachment meeting wind uplift requirements, mortar application securing tiles, and valley construction proven through monsoon seasons.
Architectural shingles dominate production housing for good reasons. Installations are completed rapidly, typically in one to two days for average homes. Quality shingles from Owens Corning, GAF, and TAMKO deliver 25-30 years of performance when properly installed. Desert installation differs from moderate climates, requiring higher nail patterns resisting wind uplift and premium underlayment for backup protection. Adequate ventilation proves critical as attic temperatures routinely exceed 150 degrees. Impact-resistant shingles rated Class 4 provide hail protection valued by insurance companies. Cool roof shingles incorporating reflective granules reduce surface temperatures 10-15 degrees, cutting cooling costs measurably.
Flat roofs over garages, covered patios, and modern architectural elements require different technology than sloped applications. Our three-ply built-up roofing system uses Johns Manville components proven across decades in Southern Arizona. Multiple layers create redundant waterproofing difficult to achieve with single-membrane systems. Installation begins with a proper slope engineered into the structural design, directing water toward drains and scuppers. The base layer application, hot asphalt between plies, cap sheet on vertical surfaces, and protective coatings form complete systems lasting 20-plus years. Modified bitumen provides another reliable option with torch-down installation, creating strong seams that resist wind and water.
Flat roofs over garages, covered patios, and modern architectural elements require different technology than sloped applications. Our three-ply built-up roofing system uses Johns Manville components proven across decades in Southern Arizona.
Installation Excellence Through Trained Crews
Quality materials mean nothing without proper installation. Our crews bring expertise developed through years of hands-on training. Many learned directly from founder Bob Gourley, absorbing standards that built our reputation across five decades.
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Arizona contractor licenses 047033 and 074168, comprehensive liability coverage, and workers’ compensation insurance protect everyone involved. Building inspections consistently pass because we maintain up-to-date knowledge of code requirements and execute installations that meet or exceed standards.
Ventilation and Energy Performance
Proper ventilation integration during new construction creates energy efficiency impossible to retrofit effectively. Tucson attics routinely reach 150-170 degrees during summer, radiating heat downward and overworking air conditioning systems. Adequate ventilation removes this heat buildup, reducing cooling costs substantially.
Balanced systems combine intake vents at soffits with exhaust vents at ridges or high roof areas. Airflow driven by temperature differences continuously refreshes attic air. Our designs calculate the required vent area based on attic volume, ensuring adequacy rather than guessing. Vent placement coordinates with roof framing, avoiding interference with trusses while maintaining balanced coverage.
Modern energy-efficient construction complicates ventilation. Spray foam insulation, sealed attics, and radiant barriers alter traditional approaches. We work with builders, ensuring roofing systems integrate properly with insulation strategies, maintaining performance regardless of construction method.
Every new roof installation includes our five-year leak-free workmanship warranty covering installation defects and material application errors. This protection demonstrates confidence in our crews and provides recourse if problems develop. Warranty service requests receive prompt attention through dedicated scheduling processes.
Manufacturer material warranties complement our workmanship coverage. Tile warranties often extend 50 years or more. Quality shingle warranties provide 25-30 year coverage, with some premium products offering 50-year limited warranties. We register products with manufacturers, ensuring warranty validity if claims become necessary in the future.
We register products with manufacturers, ensuring warranty validity if claims become necessary in the future.
New construction roofing begins with conversations during design phases. Early involvement allows input regarding material selection, structural requirements, and integration with building systems. We review architectural plans, discuss preferences and budgets, and provide guidance preventing expensive surprises during construction.
Free estimates detail material specifications, installation scope, project timelines, and complete pricing. Our proposals explain options clearly, helping you make informed decisions aligned with priorities. Questions receive straightforward answers based on decades of experience, not on sales pressure to push products or services you don’t need.
Scheduling flexibility accommodates construction realities where delays occur and adjustments become necessary. We maintain communication with all project stakeholders, ensuring roofing work integrates smoothly without creating bottlenecks. When installation day arrives, professional crews execute plans efficiently, delivering quality results that protect your investment for decades.
Contact Bob’s Custom Roofing at 520-888-6707 or info@bobscustomroofing.com. Visit our office and tile yard at 2560 W. Zinnia Ave, Tucson, AZ 85705. Serving Tucson builders and homeowners since 1972 with expert new construction roofing.
