Clay & Concrete Tiles

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Whether you decide on Clay or Concrete tiles, it will give your home an beautiful look. Tile is a high-quality, long-lasting roofing material. A tile’s color and elegance can last far longer than wood or asphalt shingles. The endurance and durability of tiles depends on the correct placement on them. Tiles can withstand water, cold, fire, wind, and insect damage, lasting for decades.

Clay and concrete can be molded to give the appearance of shingle style slate, chipped stone, and wood shakes, respectively.

Clay Tiles absorb less moisture and they require less maintenance. Concrete tiles, on the other hand, require more mainteance because of water absoprtion.

Many homes with a concrete tile roof are 20 plus years old, a leaky roof is to be expected. Leaks are caused by the deterioration of the underlayment due to extreme sun, debris build-up under the tiles causing a damning effect. Broken tiles allowing direct sun exposure to the underlayment or debris build-up in valley’s or roof to wall areas.