Tile roofing is becoming increasingly popular with Builders and Homeowners who are drawn to its beauty and benefits it offers. Here are some questions we are asked about clay and concrete tile roofing that we can answer for you.
What profiles or style do roofing tiles come in?
Tile roofing comes in a variety of shapes, sizes and colors. There are flat tiles that suit more of a contemporary or historic home or an S-tile that is curved that architectural completes a Mediterranean or Spanish style of home. There is also a concrete tile that mimics a shake roof.
Will my home support the weight of a tile roof?
Usually, we look at the framing of a home and make suggestions. Synthetics Slates can hold with a standard framed structure. Any additional support needed for a concrete tile roof is usually very minimal. We recommend a structural engineer examine the home and make any suggestions also.
Will clay or concrete tiles hold up to a hail storm?
All roof systems are susceptible to hail damage. What we find and with our manufacturers, any hailstorm that produces up to 2 inches in diameter hail generally tile roof only have about a 10% damage rating. The flipside is with other roofing materials that are impacted with that size hail requires a complete roof replacement.
Is a tile roof affordable?
When you consider a tile roof will last for the life of the structure, the full life-cycle of the roof is affordable. Below are some charts from one of our manufacturers that illustrate the cost of concrete tile versus other roofing materials.
To ensure longevity, it’s important that your roof is installed properly, and with the correct materials. This is a job best left to an experienced tile roofing installer with a proven record
For a consultation on tile roofing maintenance, affordable roofing inspection or repair and replacement services, contact us, your Tile Roof Specialist. We’ve been serving Nashville, Tennessee, Kentucky and Alabama customers since 2004, offering all types of roofing services, and we’ve won the loyalty of satisfied homeowners and builders with our professionalism, affordability and craftsmanship.
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