Service AreaPhoenix Valley incl. Mesa & East Valley
Founded by Ron Brown in 1982 and still family-owned, JBS is one of the longest-running roofers serving the Phoenix Valley, including Mesa. The company handles residential foam, tile, shingle and flat roofs plus full commercial systems (built-up, single-ply, metal, silicone and coatings). It holds multiple Arizona ROC licenses across commercial, residential, insulation and general contracting, and is BBB Accredited with an A+ rating since 2011.
Serving the Mesa community since 1984, SUNVEK carries one of the deepest certification stacks in the area: GAF Certified, GAF Commercial Certified, GAF Coatings Pro, CertainTeed Select ShingleMaster, plus Versico, Carlisle and Mule Hide certifications. It installs asphalt shingle, clay and concrete tile, standing-seam metal, spray polyurethane foam, TPO and modified-bitumen systems. SUNVEK is ROC-licensed (#354814 CR42) and BBB Accredited with an A+ rating since 2002.
Based in Mesa, Arizona Foam & Spray has specialized in spray polyurethane foam (SPF) roofing since 1969, making it one of the most experienced foam-roof installers in the state. The company focuses on foam roof installation, reflective coatings, annual maintenance and inspections, leak repair and roof-penetration sealing for both commercial and residential properties. Foam roofing is a popular flat-roof solution in the desert for its seamless, energy-reflective surface.
Headquartered in Mesa, Arizona Roofing Systems brings over 30 years of experience to tile, shingle, foam, flat, TPO/PVC, modified-bitumen and metal roofing. The company offers installations, repairs, replacements, emergency repair and inspections, with particular depth in clay and concrete tile replacement common on Mesa homes. It is BBB Accredited with an A+ rating, accredited since 2003.
Operating since 2004 and based in Mesa, Johnson Roofing handles tile, shingle, flat and commercial roofing plus leak repair. It carries an unusually broad product lineup including CertainTeed, Owens Corning, Eagle Roofing, Boral, Malarkey, Tamko, Polyglass and Western States Metal Roofing, giving it strong depth on metal and architectural systems. Johnson Roofing is ROC-licensed (#272325) and BBB Accredited with an A+ rating since 2015.
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Founded in 1999, America Roofing specializes in both residential and commercial roofing, offering new installation, repair and inspections across pitched and flat systems. It works in asphalt shingle, tile, metal and flat-roof materials and emphasizes commercial work for warehouses, retail and office buildings. The company is ROC-licensed (#186438 CR42) and BBB Accredited with an A+ rating since 2006.
Mesa-headquartered Icon Roofing is a GAF Certified Master Elite roofing contractor, the manufacturer's top residential tier held by a limited number of contractors. It performs roof inspections, repairs and replacements across shingle, tile, flat/foam and metal systems, plus monsoon and storm-damage work. Icon is ROC-licensed (#333889 CR-42) and serves the East Valley of Metro Phoenix from its Mesa base.
Mesa-based Axis Roofing cites over 40 years of combined industry experience and works on asphalt shingle, tile, foam, low-slope and coated roofs. It is an Owens Corning Preferred Contractor and holds Haag Certified Inspector and Tile Roofing Institute credentials, which support storm-damage assessment and insurance-claim work. Axis is ROC-licensed (#333833) and offers 24/7 emergency tarping; per its public BBB profile the business is not BBB accredited.
Stapleton Roofing serves Mesa and the East Valley with tile, shingle, foam, TPO and flat roofing for both homes and businesses, plus roof coatings, waterproofing and maintenance programs. The company is ROC-licensed (#269773) and is BBB Accredited with an A+ rating. It covers a wide East Valley footprint including Gilbert, Chandler, Tempe, Queen Creek and Apache Junction.
Apex AZ Roofing serves Mesa and the surrounding East Valley with a strong focus on storm-damage repair, emergency roofing, flat and foam roofing, single-ply systems, coatings and waterproofing. The company is fully licensed, bonded and insured in Arizona under two ROC licenses (#337049 and #348548) and offers roof inspections and maintenance alongside replacement and installation.
Arizona roofers are licensed by the Arizona Registrar of Contractors (ROC), not the city. Any roofing job over $1,000 in combined labor and materials legally requires an active ROC license. Look for a CR-42 (residential), C-42 (commercial) or dual KA-42 classification and verify the number free at roc.az.gov before signing anything in Mesa.
Confirm bonding and the Recovery Fund
Licensed Arizona contractors must post a license bond scaled to their volume, and residential licensees contribute to the state's Residential Contractors' Recovery Fund. That fund can reimburse Mesa homeowners if a licensed residential roofer does shoddy or incomplete work, so hiring a properly licensed CR-42 contractor protects you in ways an unlicensed handyman cannot.
Ask who pulls the City of Mesa permit
Reroofs and structural roof work in Mesa generally require a building permit pulled through the City of Mesa Development Services. An unlicensed contractor cannot legally pull permits in Arizona. Make sure your roofer pulls the permit in their own name, not yours, so the licensed company carries responsibility for the inspection.
Match the contractor to your roof type
Mesa roofs are dominated by concrete and clay tile, asphalt shingle, and spray-foam or coated flat roofs. These are very different trades. A tile-focused company is not automatically a foam expert, so confirm the roofer routinely installs your specific system and ask to see local Mesa examples of that material.
Prioritize heat and UV experience
Mesa endures triple-digit summer heat and intense year-round UV that degrade underlayment and shingles faster than in milder climates. Favor contractors who specify high-temperature or cool-roof underlayments, reflective coatings and proper attic ventilation, and who can explain how their system holds up through a Sonoran Desert summer.
Check certifications and verified reputation
Manufacturer credentials such as GAF Master Elite, CertainTeed ShingleMaster and Owens Corning Preferred signal vetted installers and unlock stronger warranties. Confirm BBB accreditation directly on bbb.org rather than trusting a logo on a website, and read recent Mesa-specific reviews on Google, Yelp and Angi.
Frequently Asked Questions
Costs vary by material and home size. In the Mesa area, asphalt-shingle reroofs commonly run roughly $8,000 to $18,000, concrete or clay tile and spray-foam systems often land around $15,000 to $35,000 or more on larger homes, and small repairs may be a few hundred to a couple thousand dollars. Always get multiple itemized bids, since tear-off, underlayment upgrades and decking repairs swing the final price.
Concrete and clay tile are extremely popular in Mesa because they shed intense heat well and last for decades, though they require periodic underlayment replacement. Spray polyurethane foam (SPF) and reflective coatings are common on flat and low-slope roofs for their seamless, energy-reflective surface. Quality architectural shingles rated for high heat and UV are a lower-cost option that performs well when paired with good ventilation.
Yes. Roofing work over $1,000 in combined labor and materials must be performed by a contractor licensed through the Arizona Registrar of Contractors (ROC), and reroofs typically require a building permit from the City of Mesa Development Services. Only a licensed contractor can pull that permit, so the work and inspection stay tied to a properly credentialed company.
Lifespan depends on material and maintenance under the desert sun. Concrete and clay tile can last 40 to 50-plus years, but the underlayment beneath usually needs replacing around 20 to 25 years. Asphalt shingles generally last 15 to 25 years in Mesa's heat, and spray-foam roofs can last 20-plus years with periodic recoating. Intense UV and summer heat tend to shorten these ranges versus milder climates.
Confirm an active ROC license at roc.az.gov with the right classification (CR-42 residential, C-42 commercial or KA-42 dual), proof of bonding and insurance, and that they pull the City of Mesa permit themselves. Favor contractors with manufacturer certifications, BBB accreditation verified on bbb.org, documented experience with your specific roof type, and clear written warranties on both labor and materials.
Mesa's summer monsoon brings sudden microbursts, heavy downpours, blowing dust and occasional hail that can lift tiles, drive water under flashing and expose underlayment weakened by year-round UV. After major monsoon storms, schedule a professional inspection, address leaks quickly, and document damage with photos in case an insurance claim is warranted.
Roofing in Mesa
Mesa sits in the heart of Arizona's Sonoran Desert, and its climate is one of the harshest roofing environments in the country. Summers routinely push past 110 degrees, and relentless year-round ultraviolet radiation bakes roofing materials day after day. That constant heat and UV exposure breaks down asphalt shingles, dries out and cracks underlayment, and degrades sealants and flashing far faster than in cooler, cloudier regions. Layered on top of the heat is the summer monsoon, which delivers sudden microbursts, intense downpours, blowing dust and the occasional hailstorm that can lift tiles and force water under a roof's protective layers.
The local roofscape reflects those conditions. Concrete and clay tile are everywhere in Mesa, prized for shedding heat and lasting for decades, though the underlayment beneath them typically needs replacement around the 20-to-25-year mark. Asphalt shingle remains a common, budget-friendly choice on many homes when rated for high heat and paired with strong attic ventilation. On flat and low-slope roofs, which are widespread on both desert-contemporary homes and commercial buildings, spray polyurethane foam (SPF) and reflective coating systems dominate because their seamless, light-colored surfaces reflect heat and reduce cooling loads. Choosing the right system for your specific structure matters as much as choosing the right contractor.
Roofing contractors in Arizona are licensed by the Arizona Registrar of Contractors (ROC), a statewide agency rather than a city department. Any roofing job exceeding $1,000 in combined labor and materials legally requires an active ROC license, and unlicensed parties cannot pull building permits. Roofers typically hold a CR-42 classification for residential work, a C-42 for commercial, or a dual KA-42. Licensees must post a license bond scaled to their gross volume, and residential contractors contribute to the state's Residential Contractors' Recovery Fund, which can reimburse homeowners harmed by a licensed roofer's defective work. Reroofs and structural roof work in Mesa also generally require a building permit through the City of Mesa Development Services.
Because Mesa's heat, UV and monsoon storms punish roofs so aggressively, hiring an experienced local contractor is not just a convenience but a safeguard. A seasoned Mesa roofer knows which high-temperature underlayments and cool-roof products survive a Sonoran summer, how to detail flashing against wind-driven monsoon rain, and how to navigate City of Mesa permitting and inspections. Verifying a contractor's ROC license, bonding, manufacturer certifications and BBB standing before work begins protects your investment and ensures that, in this demanding climate, the company standing behind your warranty is one that will still be in business when you need it.
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