Hassayampa Inn – Prescott, Arizona
Preserving a century-old landmark with modern roofing innovation: structural rehabilitation, SPF insulation, and elastomeric coating to bring this 100-year-old roof into the modern era.
- 🏗️ 480 Structural Members Upgraded
- ☀️ SPF Polyurethane Foam System
- 💧 Elastomeric Coating for 20+ Year Lifespan
Honoring a Century of History
Sky Shield Roofing Company was honored to lead the roof renovation for the historic Hassayampa Inn — a Spanish Colonial Revival landmark in downtown Prescott, designed by Elmer Grey in 1927.
After decades of Arizona’s high-altitude weather, the structure required major upgrades to meet modern safety and energy standards while preserving its original architecture.
Structural Rehabilitation
Our team reinforced aging roof members with engineered lumber and steel connectors — upgrading 480 structural components to meet today’s standards.
- Preserved original roof profile
- Integrated modern moisture barriers
- Improved load capacity and safety
Elastomeric Coating for Longevity
After applying SPF insulation, the roof was sealed with a durable elastomeric coating that reflects UV rays and expands with temperature — delivering a 20+ year lifecycle and lower cooling costs.
Roofing Through the Decades: Then & Now
Roofing technologies evolved from heavy tar-and-gravel systems to lightweight SPF coatings that combine insulation and waterproofing in one.
| Era | System | Lifespan | Challenges | Modern Equivalent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1920s–1950s | Built-Up Roofing (Tar & Gravel) | 10–15 years | Heavy, prone to leaks | SPF + Elastomeric Coating |
| 1960s–1980s | Modified Bitumen | 15–20 years | Heat-welded seams fail over time | Cold-applied SPF Systems |
| 1990s–Today | SPF & Coating Systems | 20–30 years | Requires recoating for renewal | Reflective SPF Roofs |
Outcome: Preserving the Past, Protecting the Future
With its structure fortified and a modern SPF roofing system, the Hassayampa Inn now stands as a model of heritage preservation meeting modern engineering. Guests enjoy improved comfort and efficiency, while ownership benefits from lower maintenance and long-term reliability.
Have a Historic or Commercial Roof to Restore?
Sky Shield Roofing Company specializes in SPF roofing, elastomeric coatings, and structural rehabilitation for heritage properties across Arizona.
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