Can a tile roof be repaired instead of replaced?

Often, yes. Broken tiles, leaks, flashing and ridge or hip problems can usually be repaired. If the tiles are in good shape but the underlayment is worn out, a lift and relay replaces the underlayment and reuses the tiles. A full replacement makes sense when damage is widespread. We'll tell you which fits after a free inspection.

How long does a tile roof last in Texas?

Clay and concrete tiles are among the longest-lasting roofing materials, but the underlayment beneath them usually wears out first. That's why many tile roofs need underlayment replacement while the tiles are still good. How long yours lasts depends on the tile type, the underlayment, how it was installed, and the hail and heat it sees.

Can you walk on a tile roof?

Carefully. Tiles can crack if they're stepped on in the wrong spot, which is why tile roof work should be done by a roofer who knows how to walk tile. We don't recommend homeowners walk on their own tile roof. Call us for a free inspection instead.

What is a lift and relay on a tile roof?

A lift and relay is a tile roof underlayment replacement. We remove the existing tiles, install new underlayment and flashing, and relay the same tiles, replacing any that are broken. It's an option when the tiles are still good but the felt underneath has worn out.

Do you work on Spanish tile roofs?

Yes. We work on Spanish (S-tile), barrel and flat tile profiles in clay, concrete and synthetic or composite tile, from repairs and broken tile replacement to full replacement.

What's the difference between a clay tile roof and a concrete tile roof?

Clay tile is made from fired clay, and its color goes all the way through the tile. Concrete tile is made from cement and sand, is heavier, and comes in many colors and profiles. Synthetic or composite tile is lighter than both. We install and repair all three.

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Tile Roofing in The Colony, TX

Different Roofing is a tile roofing contractor based in The Colony, TX, working on tile roofs across Dallas–Fort Worth. We repair, re-felt and replace clay, concrete and synthetic tile roofs, and we install new tile roofs too. Every job starts with a free inspection, and we're open 24 hours if a broken tile or a storm leaves water coming into your home.

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Tile Roofing Types We Work On

We install and repair every common type of roof tile:

Clay tile. Fired clay tiles with a classic look. The color is part of the tile itself, so a clay tile roof keeps its look in the Texas sun.
Concrete tile. Molded from cement and sand, heavier than clay, and made in a wide range of colors and profiles. A concrete tile roof can be made to look like clay, slate or wood shake.
Synthetic and composite tile. Lighter-weight tiles made to look like clay or concrete tile.

We work on all three in Spanish tile (S-tile), barrel tile and flat tile profiles. Whether you have a Spanish tile roof, barrel tile or flat concrete tile, we look for replacement tiles that match your roof's profile and color.

Tile Roof Repair

Most tile roofs don't need to be replaced when something goes wrong. Tile roof repair usually comes down to a few problem areas:

Broken roof tile replacement. Cracked, chipped or slipped tiles are pulled and replaced so water can't reach the underlayment below.
Tile roof leak repair. We trace where water is getting in, which often isn't right above the stain on your ceiling, and fix the source.
Flashing. Valleys, walls, chimneys, skylights and pipe penetrations are where many tile roof leaks start. We repair or replace worn flashing.
Ridge and hip. Loose or cracked ridge and hip tiles are reset and secured.

A cracked tile can look minor from the ground, but the tile is only the roof's outer shell. The underlayment beneath it is what keeps water out of the house. Once a tile breaks, rain and sun reach the felt directly, and that's where leaks start. For shingle roofs, see our roof repair page.

Tile Roof Underlayment Replacement (Lift and Relay)

Clay and concrete tiles often outlast the underlayment beneath them. When the felt under the tiles has worn out but the tiles themselves are still in good shape, a full replacement isn't always needed. With a lift and relay, we:

Carefully remove and stack the existing tiles
Check the decking and repair any damaged areas we find
Install new underlayment and flashing
Relay the original tiles, replacing any broken ones

You keep the look of your roof, with new underlayment underneath. During the free inspection, we'll tell you whether a lift and relay or a replacement makes more sense for your roof.

Tile Roof Replacement and New Tile Installs

When tiles are broken across large areas, or the roof has had repair after repair, tile roof replacement may be the better choice. We tear off the old roof, check the decking, install new underlayment and flashing, and lay new tile. We also install new tile roofs. Tile is heavier than shingles, so switching a home from shingles to tile starts with confirming the roof framing can carry the weight. For shingle, Class 4 and metal roofs, see our roof replacement page.

Every roof we install comes with our lifetime workmanship warranty, and financing is available, as low as 0%.

Hail and Storm Damage on a Tile Roof

Hail can crack or break roof tiles, and high wind can lift or shift them. That damage isn't always visible from the ground. After a storm, we inspect the roof, document the storm damage with photos, and meet the adjuster on the roof so the damage is seen firsthand. See our storm and hail damage repair page for what to check after a storm.

Why Tile Roof Work Takes an Experienced Tile Roofer

Walking on tile takes care. Tiles can crack if they're stepped on in the wrong place, and a roofer who doesn't know how to walk a tile roof can break more tiles than they fix. Our crew knows where to step, how to lift and reset tiles without damaging the ones around them, and how to keep the roof watertight while the work is underway.

One Roofer for the Tile and Everything Around It

A tile roof connects to gutters, flashing, chimneys, skylights and sometimes solar panels. Different Roofing also handles gutters, chimney repair, and solar panel removal and reinstall with our solar partner, so one company coordinates the whole job instead of several.

Why Choose Different Roofing as Your Tile Roofing Contractor

Free roof inspections
Lifetime workmanship warranty on roofs
Licensed & Insured
Open 24 hours
Se habla español
Financing available, as low as 0%

Areas we serve: The Colony, Frisco, Plano, Little Elm, Lewisville, Dallas, and all of North Texas. Call (682) 400-6163 for a free tile roof inspection.

Frequently Asked Questions About Tile Roofing

Can a tile roof be repaired instead of replaced?

Often, yes. Broken tiles, leaks, flashing and ridge or hip problems can usually be repaired. If the tiles are in good shape but the underlayment is worn out, a lift and relay replaces the underlayment and reuses the tiles. A full replacement makes sense when damage is widespread. We'll tell you which fits after a free inspection.
How long does a tile roof last in Texas?

Clay and concrete tiles are among the longest-lasting roofing materials, but the underlayment beneath them usually wears out first. That's why many tile roofs need underlayment replacement while the tiles are still good. How long yours lasts depends on the tile type, the underlayment, how it was installed, and the hail and heat it sees.
Can you walk on a tile roof?

Carefully. Tiles can crack if they're stepped on in the wrong spot, which is why tile roof work should be done by a roofer who knows how to walk tile. We don't recommend homeowners walk on their own tile roof. Call us for a free inspection instead.
What is a lift and relay on a tile roof?

A lift and relay is a tile roof underlayment replacement. We remove the existing tiles, install new underlayment and flashing, and relay the same tiles, replacing any that are broken. It's an option when the tiles are still good but the felt underneath has worn out.
Do you work on Spanish tile roofs?

Yes. We work on Spanish (S-tile), barrel and flat tile profiles in clay, concrete and synthetic or composite tile, from repairs and broken tile replacement to full replacement.
What's the difference between a clay tile roof and a concrete tile roof?

Clay tile is made from fired clay, and its color goes all the way through the tile. Concrete tile is made from cement and sand, is heavier, and comes in many colors and profiles. Synthetic or composite tile is lighter than both. We install and repair all three.

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