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Beyond the Barrel Roof: How a Tucson Landmark Gymnasium Weathered Time, Storms, and Shortcuts

October 1, 2025

In the heart of Tucson’s sunbaked downtown, there sits an old-school gymnasium—a stalwart survivor of storms, sweltering summers, and, frankly, some questionable quick fixes. I’ll never forget the first time I toured a similar building, ducking under leaking skylights and imagining the stories trapped in those battered rafters. But the tale of this particular gym’s roof restoration is more than just a construction saga; it’s a primer on how reckless shortcuts can haunt a building and why true craftsmanship outlasts the lowest bid every time. Layer Upon Layer: Peeling Back Years of Haste When the restoration team first climbed atop […]

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Arizona Low Income Roof Repair Options

Pima County, AZ Low Income Roofing Options

By Josh Mattern | June 12, 2023

Pima County Home Repair Program Pima County, Arizona is home to thousands of low-income families who are struggling to put food on their tables, clothes on their backs, and roofs over their heads. Unfortunately, when the roof of a home becomes damaged or deteriorated, it can pose a serious threat to the health and safety […]

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7 Benefits of Paver and Pedestal Roofs for Your Commercial Building

By Josh Mattern | May 12, 2023

Paver and pedestal roofs are becoming increasingly popular for commercial building projects. The combination of looks, functionality, and efficiency make them an excellent choice for a variety of commercial applications. In this article, we’ll explore the paver and pedestal roofs and why they may be a perfect choice for a roof deck for your building. […]

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Use Roof Replacement as Tax Deduction

Ways to Reduce the Cost of Your Commercial Roof: Section 179 Tax Deduction

By Josh Mattern | April 12, 2023

Our world-class team of roofing contractors at Storm Damage Specialists are experts in all aspects of commercial roofing. We go above and beyond the logistics of applying your new roof; we will provide you with valuable knowledge of additional methods to help reduce the out-of-pocket cost of an expensive but fundamental need for roofing services. […]

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A Storm Has Damaged My Roof – Now What?

By Josh Mattern | March 23, 2023

If your roof has recently been damaged by a major storm, you may be at a loss where to begin with the insurance claim process. Filing a roof damage insurance claim may seem daunting, but we are here to help. We have worked on countless commercial property claims over our years in business. We move […]

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Types of Commercial Roofing Systems

Types of Commercial Roof Systems: What is a Built-Up Roofing System?

By Josh Mattern | March 22, 2023

Built-up roofing (BUR) systems have been a staple of commercial buildings since their debut in the mid-1800s. As the roofing industry progresses, BURs (originally called Tar and Gravel Roofs) still have a place in the market. At Storm Damage Specialists, we have experience and expertise installing Arizona roofs including Built-Up Flat Roof (BUR) systems. We […]

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Solar Panel Installation with Roof Replacement

Meet your solar array roofing specialist

By Josh Mattern | March 7, 2023

Rooftop solar is booming in Arizona. Millions of homes and businesses across Arizona will require a new roof or roof upgrade in the next decade. In sunny states like Arizona, it is becoming increasingly popular for solar photovoltaic (PV) panels to be installed during a roofing project. Anyone in the solar energy industry can see […]

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Roofing Insurance Claim 10

Patience and Persistence are Virtues with Commercial Claims

By Josh Mattern | September 29, 2022

Summary/Excerpt If you have roof storm damage that your storm insurance should cover, hire a roofing contractor that practices the three “P”s. A successful insurance claim and roof repair depend on Professionalism, Patience, and Persistence. While not typical, read the story below to see how all of those factors were key to a successful outcome […]

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Commercial Flat Roof Replacement

Common Questions & Concerns About Commercial Roofing

By Josh Mattern | August 28, 2022

We know you need to be confident in the roof over your head and Storm Damage Specialists is here to help. When you become our client, our top-quality products and conscientious installation mean you can have that confidence. However, the roofing process can seem daunting, so let’s address some common questions and concerns many clients […]

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