Tile Roof Lift-and-Reset With Underlayment Replacement and Foam Roof Recoat in Mesa, AZ

A property owner in Mesa, Arizona chose a proactive, out-of-pocket roofing project to renew the underlayment beneath their existing tile, improve roof-to-wall and flashing details, and restore protection on the foam roof sections near the back walkdeck. This was a retail project with no insurance claim or lender involvement, allowing the owner to invest directly in a comprehensive solution across both the pitched tile and low-slope foam areas of the home.

The project covered a 60-square roof system (approximately 6,000 sq. ft.) and included removing and stacking the existing tile, replacing the underlayment and related components, reinstalling the tile, and recoating the foam areas with an acrylic elastomeric system — addressing both tile roof protection and low-slope foam roof performance.

Project Details

• Roof type: Tile roof with foam roof areas
• Roof size: 60 squares (approximately 6,000 sq. ft.)
• Roofing material: Existing roof tile reset after underlayment replacement
• Underlayment: Two layers of Ply 40 underlayment
• Foam system: Acrylic elastomeric base coat with two acrylic elastomeric top coats
• Insurer: None — out-of-pocket retail project
• Lender: None
• Location: Mesa, AZ
• Tile labor warranty: 20-year workmanship warranty
• Underlayment warranty: 20-year manufacturer warranty
• Foam labor warranty: 10-year workmanship warranty

Problem: Updating a Large Tile Roof While Addressing Foam Roof Wear

The main challenge was completing a large tile roofing installation while preserving the existing roof tile and protecting the home’s landscaping, walkways, and surrounding property. With 60 squares of roof area, the project required careful staging, tile handling, and cleanup to keep the property organized throughout the work.

The home also included foam roof sections that needed attention near the back walkdeck and other low-slope areas. These sections required cleaning, inspection, minor foam repairs, and a coating system that could improve surface protection and help extend roof performance in Arizona’s intense sun and heat.

Solution: Full Tile Underlayment Replacement With Foam Roof Recoat

After protecting the surrounding property, landscaping, and walkways, our team removed the existing roof tiles, stacked them safely for reuse, and removed the old wood battens, underlayment, and damaged flashing. Two new layers of Ply 40 underlayment were installed, followed by new battens, valley metal, chimney flashings, vents, roof-to-wall details, ridge and hip closures, pipe boots, bird block, and white metal flashing. The existing tiles that had been set aside were then reinstalled over the renewed foundation.

For the foam roof sections, the team power washed the surface to remove dirt, debris, and oxidation, inspected for damage, completed minimal foam repairs near the back walkdeck, and allowed the roof to dry before coating. The foam areas then received an acrylic elastomeric base coat, a first acrylic elastomeric top coat, and a second acrylic elastomeric final coat for more uniform coverage and encapsulation. The team finished with a full debris cleanup and a final inspection.

Result: Stronger Tile Roof Protection and Renewed Foam Roof Performance

The finished roofing system gave the homeowner stronger protection beneath the tile with two layers of Ply 40 underlayment and updated roof components at key transition points. The tile roof kept its established appearance while gaining a renewed water-shedding foundation below the surface, and the foam areas received a cleaner, brighter, and more protective acrylic elastomeric coating system.

For the Mesa homeowner, the completed project delivered durability, improved roof performance, and peace of mind across both roof types. The work is backed by a 20-year workmanship warranty on the tile underlayment, a 20-year underlayment manufacturer warranty, and a 10-year workmanship warranty on the foam roof coating — a comprehensive roofing solution built for long-term confidence.