Caring for Your Tile Roof

A tile roof provides several significant advantages over other types of roofing. Tile roof constructions can withstand very harsh weather conditions. They also reduce temperatures on the roof deck. But most importantly a properly installed tile roof can last for many years if cared for properly! To maintain a tile roof, follow these guidelines:

Clean your tile roof: The key to a clean tile roof is the effective removal of mold and mildew, this is what makes your roof look dirty. Make sure your contractor is licensed, insured and bonded and uses only low-pressure washing devices. High pressure devices and inexperienced technicians will damage your roof! Learn more.

Protect your tile roof: After you clean your tile roof and let it dry, you may want to take additional steps to protect it from the regrowth of mold and mildew. Protecting your roof means it will stay cleaner longer which saves you money and wards off the potential for damage during frequent cleanings (the less your roof is walked on the longer it’s lifespan). Learn more.

Never seal your tile roof:  Seal coating will not waterproof, lower your power bills or make your roof look new again. Sealer is essentially a coat of clear material which will ware off in approximately 2 years. Learn more.

Walk on your tile roof very carefully. Tile is porous and fragile. Walking on a tile roof improperly can damage it, the underlay underneath it and allow water to enter your home or business. Experienced technicians won’t use high-pressure power washing devices, heavy hoses or hover covers. All of these devices make walking your tile roof properly virtually impossible!