Clay and Concrete Tile Roofing
A tile roof can outlast almost any other kind of roof, but it’s heavy and it depends on what’s underneath it. We install and repair clay and concrete tile roofs across Dallas-Fort Worth from our Haslet headquarters and across the Birmingham area from our Irondale office. Every tile job starts with a free inspection of the roof and the structure that holds it up.
Clay and Concrete Tile Roofing
A tile roof can outlast almost any other kind of roof, but it’s heavy and it depends on what’s underneath it. We install and repair clay and concrete tile roofs across Dallas-Fort Worth from our Haslet headquarters and across the Birmingham area from our Irondale office. Every tile job starts with a free inspection of the roof and the structure that holds it up.
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Clay Tile vs. Concrete Tile
Clay tiles are made from natural clay that’s shaped and fired in a kiln, so the color is baked all the way through. A well-installed clay tile roof can last 50 to 100 years or more. Concrete tiles are molded from sand, cement and water. They cost less than clay, come in many shapes and colors, and usually last 30 to 50 years.
Both are heavy. Concrete tile is the heavier of the two, often 9 to 12 pounds per square foot, while clay is closer to 6 to 10. A house built for shingles may need its framing checked or reinforced before tile goes on. Both kinds resist fire well.
The part of a tile roof that wears out first is usually not the tile at all. It’s the underlayment underneath, the water-resistant layer that does much of the waterproofing. Tiles can outlast two or three underlayments, so a lot of tile roof work is lifting the tiles, replacing the layer below and setting the same tiles back in place.
why this may be the right roofing for your home
- Lasts 50 Years or More
- Strong Fire Resistance
- Color That Lasts
- Spanish and Mediterranean Looks
- Low Everyday Upkeep
- Repairable Tile by Tile
Our clients say it best
I cannot say enough good things about our experience with SWAT. Andrew and Michelle were both so helpful and easy to work with. We had a mess with our insurance company and they worked with us to find a solution.
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I enjoy having James as my contractor. He was very concerned with making sure my work schedule was not interrupted. He responded with patience to all my questions ,concerns and going through paper work.
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How We Install and Repair Tile Roofs
Before a new tile roof goes on, we check that the framing can carry the weight. Then we install a heavy-duty underlayment and fasten the tiles to meet the wind requirements where you live, with flashing at every wall, chimney and valley. On repairs, we replace cracked or slipped tiles, match the old tiles as closely as we can and reseal the flashing. Tile cracks easily under the wrong footstep, so our crews know where and how to walk to avoid breaking more than they fix.
frequently asked questions
Clay costs more but lasts longer, holds its color for generations and is a little lighter. Concrete costs less, comes in more shapes and colors, and still lasts decades. Many homeowners choose concrete for the price and clay when they want the longest life or a historic look.
Many can, but tile weighs much more than asphalt shingles, so the structure has to be checked first. During the inspection we look at the rafters, the decking and the roof’s span. If the framing needs reinforcement, we’ll tell you before you commit, and some jobs call for a structural engineer’s review.
Clay tile can last 50 to 100 years or more, and concrete tile 30 to 50. The underlayment under the tiles usually wears out well before the tiles do, and replacing it reuses most of the original tiles.
We replace broken or slipped tiles one at a time and match the color and profile as closely as possible. Older tiles can be hard to match exactly, so we sometimes move good tiles from a less visible part of the roof and put the new ones there.
Leaks with no broken tiles above them are the usual sign, along with stains on the ceiling or decking you can see in the attic. We lift a few tiles during the inspection and check the underlayment directly.
Large hail can crack tile, and concrete and clay both have limits. We photograph any broken tiles after a storm for your insurance company and replace them with the closest match available.
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