WHAT IS A ROOF CRICKET?
Arizona is known for its dry climate and blistering heat. However, every year as the summer creeps to an end, the monsoon season thunders into the desert landscape. Picture torrential rainfall, loud storms, and of course, roof leaks. During the rainy season, it’s important for homeowners to make sure their house is watertight. This is especially important for areas of the roof that are prone to pooling. Roof crickets can help your house stay safe from ponding water. What is a Roof Cricket? Roof crickets are triangle or diamond-shaped structures that connect to roofs to divert water away from important structures like chimneys. They make sure water doesn’t pool up or push into your roofing system. Crickets can be attached to your roof or built into the roof so they blend in. While it is true that the pitch (slope) of a roof plays a large part in drainage, crickets help do