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Before You Hire a Roofer in Arizona: The 10-Minute License & Warranty Check

A quick, homeowner-friendly way to verify an Arizona roofer's ROC license, insurance, and warranty eligibility, plus the red flags we see when storm-chasers roll through the Valley.

Luke Economou
January 10, 2026
7 min read
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Why This Matters in Arizona

Roofing is one of the most expensive home projects you'll ever do, and Arizona's heat, wind, and monsoon season punish shortcuts. The easiest way to protect yourself is a 10-minute verification routine before anyone climbs your roof.

The 10-Minute Verification Routine

  • Get the ROC license number (don’t accept “we’re licensed” without the number)
  • Verify the license status and classification on the AZ ROC website (active + correct license class)
  • Confirm the business name matches the contract exactly
  • Ask for proof of general liability + workers’ comp (or written exemption where applicable)
  • Request manufacturer certification details (GAF/Westlake eligibility impacts warranty options)
  • Get warranty in writing: workmanship + manufacturer system warranty options
  • Check HOA requirements (colors, profiles, underlayment standards, visible vents)
  • Insist on a detailed scope: ventilation, flashings, underlayment, deck repairs, cleanup
  • Never pay in full upfront; use staged payments tied to milestones

If a contractor refuses to provide a license number, proof of insurance, or a written scope, treat that as a deal-breaker, not a negotiation point.

Where Vero Helps

As a trusted Arizona roofer we structure every estimate with a clear scope: flashings, ventilation, underlayment, and cleanup. As a GAF Master Elite contractor, we can also help homeowners understand which warranty paths are actually available for their roof system.

Want Us to Review a Roofing Bid?

Send us a scope and we'll point out missing items, weak warranty language, and common AZ failure points, free.

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