Roofing in Sun Lakes, next to Chandler

Sun Lakes is an unincorporated 55+ community in Maricopa County, just south of Chandler between I-10 and State Routes 87/587. Its homes span more than 30 years of building, so roofs here range from 1970s low-slope systems to 2000s tile.

Last updated October 28, 2026

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The short answer

Integrity Roofing repairs and maintains foam, built-up flat and tile roofs in Sun Lakes, the Robson 55+ community next to Chandler (ZIP 85248). Because Sun Lakes was built from the 1970s to the mid-2000s, the right fix depends on your home's era and roof type. Call 602-548-3770 to set up an inspection.

Sun Lakes at a glance

Location: Unincorporated Maricopa County, south of Chandler between I-10 and SR 87/587, ZIP 85248
Homes built: 1972 to about 2006; single-family homes from 1976
Builders: Robson Communities (developer); some manufactured homes by Cavco and Palm Harbor
Community: 55+ age-restricted golf community with five neighborhoods
ZIP code: 85248
Common roofs: Mixed: foam and built-up flat roofs in older sections, tile in others (from listings)

Sun Lakes is not part of the City of Chandler, though some mailing addresses read Chandler.

Sun Lakes is next to Chandler, not in it

Sun Lakes is a census-designated place in unincorporated Maricopa County, bordering Chandler's southern edge. Some mailing addresses in ZIP 85248 say Chandler, but the community isn't part of the city.

That can affect paperwork. Because Sun Lakes is unincorporated, roofing permits may go through Maricopa County rather than the City of Chandler. We check the permit requirements for your address before work starts.

Five neighborhoods, many roof types

Robson bought the farmland in 1972. Early sales were lots and mobile homes, single-family homes began in 1976, and the community sold out around 2005–2006. It's organized into five neighborhoods: Sun Lakes Country Club, Cottonwood, Palo Verde, Ironwood and Oakwood, each with its own golf course and amenity center.

Sources disagree on the total number of homes, so we won't quote one. What matters for your roof is your home's age and style, which can vary a lot from one street to the next.

Foam and built-up roofs in older sections

Listings show a 1981 Sun Lakes home with a foam roof and a 1986 Cottonwood home with a built-up flat roof. Low-slope roofs like these were common in the community's early decades, and they need different care than tile.

Foam roofs need their protective coating renewed every several years; worn coating lets UV erode the foam
Built-up (tar and gravel or hot-mop) roofs can blister and crack, especially around edges and drains
Ponding water on any flat roof speeds up wear and should be corrected
Elastomeric coatings can extend the life of some flat roofs that are still sound

Our services for Sun Lakes homes

For low-slope roofs we handle spray foam repair and recoats, elastomeric coatings and flat roof repair and replacement. For tile homes built in later phases, we do repairs, underlayment replacement and full re-roofs.

We start every job with an inspection, explain your options in plain terms, and recommend the least invasive fix that will actually last.

Villas, HOAs and who handles the roof

Owners of attached villas in Sun Lakes pay an extra condo fee for exterior maintenance. Whether that includes the roof depends on your specific association, so check before you schedule any roof work on a villa.

Cottonwood and Palo Verde share one HOA, and Ironwood and Oakwood fall under the IronOaks association. Palo Verde, Ironwood and Oakwood are gated, so let us know gate procedures when you call. Sun Lakes Country Club and Cottonwood aren't gated.

Inspections with family in the loop

Many Sun Lakes residents like a family member to weigh in on roof decisions. We're happy to meet with both of you, and we share photos so relatives who live farther away can see the condition of the roof for themselves.

Summer storms arrive with monsoon season, June 15–September 30. Spring and fall are the most comfortable times for a check-up, and catching a worn foam coating before summer can prevent a much larger repair.

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Frequently asked questions

Still have a question? Call the office at 602-548-3770, Monday to Friday, 7 am to 5 pm.

Is Sun Lakes part of Chandler?

No. Sun Lakes is an unincorporated community in Maricopa County that borders Chandler. Some mailing addresses use Chandler, but it is not within the city limits.

Who issues roofing permits in Sun Lakes?

Because Sun Lakes is unincorporated, permits may go through Maricopa County rather than the City of Chandler. We confirm the requirement for your address before starting work.

How often should a foam roof in Sun Lakes be recoated?

Foam roofs generally need a new protective coating every several years, depending on the coating used and sun exposure. An inspection will show how much coating is left.

My Cottonwood home has a built-up flat roof. Can you repair it?

Yes. We repair and replace built-up flat roofs, and in some cases a coating can extend the life of a roof that is still in fair shape.

Do villa owners need to handle their own roofs?

Villa owners pay an extra fee for exterior maintenance, but what that covers depends on the association. Check with yours before booking roof work.

Which Sun Lakes neighborhoods are gated?

Palo Verde, Ironwood and Oakwood are gated. Sun Lakes Country Club and Cottonwood are not. Share your gate procedure when you schedule.

How many homes are in Sun Lakes?

Sources disagree, so we don't state a single number. The 2020 census counted a population of 14,868 in the Sun Lakes CDP.

Can a relative join the roof inspection?

Yes. We welcome family at the inspection and can share photos with anyone who can't attend.

How do I schedule service in Sun Lakes?

We take calls at 602-548-3770 Monday to Friday, 7 am to 5 pm, and we're closed on weekends. If we don't answer, leave a message and we'll return your call within 24 hours.

Let's take a look at your roof.

Call the office at 602-548-3770 to schedule an estimate, Monday to Friday, 7 am to 5 pm. If we don't answer, leave a message and we'll return your call within 24 hours.