Louisville and Southern Indiana have a considerable inventory of quality tile roofing. Some of these roofs are approaching a century old and are still functioning. They do, however, require maintenance, especially with the underlayment, flashings, and valleys. Commonwealth Roofing has extensive experience in repairing and maintaining these classic roof systems.
The use of tile in new installations is also making a comeback. Not since just after the turn of the 1900’s have clay and concrete tile roofs been so much in demand.
Tile roofs are available in concrete tile or clay tiles and in many different colors and shapes. Tile’s versatility gives building or homeowners the ability to choose something that matches their structure. Keep in mind that the freeze-thaw cycles in our climate demand that tile used here must not absorb moisture. This means that some of the cheaper and more permeable tiles used in California and Florida might not be suitable here.
Roofing tiles come in all different varieties. Shingle, shake and slate are just some of the varieties of tile. When it comes to concrete tiles, the texture, hue and shape are no issue at all. In fact, they often don’t end up looking like tile at all.
The main drawback to tile is weight. It is important to know whether or not your roof structure can hold the weight of tile. It is recommended that you consult with Commonwealth Roofing to make sure your roof structure can support a tile roof.
Expect to pay similar prices to slate roofing with this material, but this product will last well over 50 years.
Keep in mind, the installed price is not the only factor determining the overall cost of installing tile roofing. You also need to take into account the maintenance costs and the resale value. It is helpful to know that tile roofing offers a Class A fire rating which not only provides safety for everything under the roof, but also can reduce insurance costs and will add to the resale value.
If you are looking for a new tile roof or to repair an old one, contact Commonwealth Roofing and see why we have earned the title “The Roofers”.
