Three years ago, Salcido became the sole owner.
“I’ve been around roofing since I was a young girl,” said Salcido, owner of Flagstaff Roofing. “When my dad took over the business from my grandfather, he taught my three siblings and me the art of roofing, but I never thought it would be my career. My focus after high school was softball. I was an athlete and earned a full scholarship to Oklahoma State.”
Salcido’s hometown of Lake Havasu City is where her grandfather, Jerry Behmer, established Havasu Roofing in 1967. Down the line, Salcido’s father, Gary Behmer, took over the business.
“My dad operated the business for 20 years, then retired and moved to Flagstaff. He then came out of retirement and together we opened Havasu Roofing in Flagstaff. We kept the name, but do business as Flagstaff Roofing,” she said.
Three years ago, Salcido became the sole owner.
“Calli knows what she’s talking about and it’s very empowering,” said Flagstaff Roofing supplier Julie Vazquez. “Her bubbly personality is amazing. She is easy to relate to and fun to be around. I really like the way she puts the effort out to connect with our customers. She makes them feel comfortable and she takes the time to get to know them. Calli is also very physically fit and that motivates me to work out, too.”
Running the business out of her office, Salcido is insistent that every call is attended to. “I don’t physically roof, but I know the ins and outs of roofing. If a customer calls with a question, the knowledge I’ve gained from my father has helped me to explain in detail. Since my mom ran the office all those years, she taught me everything about office work from when I was a young girl.”
Currently, Flagstaff Roofing has 15 employees. “All the guys that work for us give me full credit and treat me with respect,” she said.
“Calli is one of those people who is integral to the Flagstaff way of life and why we all enjoy living here,” said Marlene Larson, owner of Peaks HOA Management Company. “She is a great communicator and provides excellent customer service in a timely manner. Flagstaff Roofing is a great company and Calli is just the best to work with. They are involved with the community as well, supporting local charities.” FBN
By V. Ronnie Tierney, FBN
With 45 years of experience, Flagstaff Roofing does commercial and residential roofing, repairs and insurance claims. For more information, call 928-774-1212.
Photo by V. Ronnie Tierney, Fresh Focuses Photography: Calli Salcido’s grandfather began the family roofing company in Lake Havasu City in 1967.
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