Heritage Tile Roofs ^{Ceramic, Terracotta, Slate, Concrete and Clay}

Broken tiles expose the underlying felt to the environment which consequently gets damaged and will lead to more significant roofing damage if not attended to promptly.

We provide a repair service to damaged roof tiles. We will source the style and type of individual tile and install it in place of your damaged tiles. Because the tiles we source are like-for-like, we replace tiles without changing the appearance of the roof.

Water filled tiles due to the porous nature of the tile material, water gets absorbed resulting in an increased weight. This usually happens in humid, damp areas or where rainfall is very common. This makes the tiles more brittle over time and thus more susceptible to damage from heavy rainfall and hail.

Tiles wear out and become fragile over time; it's not uncommon to find cracked tiles during a roof inspection and is usually the source of a leaking roof.

Cracked or broken tiles can occur from heavy rainfall, hail, or from fallen equipment such as antennas.

Tiles are less durable than metal roofs such as modern colorbond or heritage metal roofing materials like lead or copper. Tiles can be warn down by weather in a matter of years, or damaged by hail, heavy rainfall, and blown away by strong winds. Due to the nature of tile roofs the manufactures do not offer long warranties. If some of your tiles need replacing the cost is going to come out of your own pocket or insurance.

Some people prefer clay tiles for their roofs and the reason being their aesthetic appeal, or the cost. Since the potential for damage exists more so in this case, many manufacturers don't offer the same warranty they do on metal roofs and that is precisely why you need to learn to spot signs of damage early on and carry on regular inspections periodically.

First and foremost to inspect it is better to use a ladder or binoculars instead of walking on it unless you are ok with a few broken tiles. With that in mind whether you are up close or not, check for visible damage. Look for roofing tiles that are cracked, broken, pitting, spalling due to freezing climates, loose tiles that slide down or out of place if the are not all secured tightly to the roof deck, missing tiles and finally, check for signs of leaks from the inside of the roof.

If there has been a lot of foot traffic or a severe storm recently then you definitely need to count off broken tiles to be replaced. Even hail and heavy rain can damage the texture of the tiles. Depending on how steep the tile is and the weather there could be tarred roof valley and damaged interlocking clay roof tiles. Other problems you need to watch out for are flashing failures such as corrosion or cracking, and fastener failures.

If you see dark stains on the tiles, it is more than likely to be an algae formation and white stains on the roof are typically an efflorescence deposit and may indicate that the tile is absorbing water, thus nearing the end of life.

Not all inspections need to be performed from on top of your rooftop. Going on top of your roof is in itself dangerous to both you and your tiles so being mindful of your steps is important. You can also check from your attic for hidden structural damage to your tiles or adjacent air vents, chimneys and other outlets whether they have stains, blockage, or discolouration spreading from your roof tile and point out certain disasters well ahead of time.

Buildings require continuous maintenance and while sometimes a professional hand is the only effective way to go, there are things you can do on your own to reduce expenditures for checkups and fixes. A basic roof inspection can be performed by yourself when armed with a little knowledge.

Instead of making it an annual compulsion to spend money and time by hiring a professional to look at your roof you can gain tidbits of ideas about checking it yourself. A little knowledge goes a long way in making you capable of protecting your roof by spotting signs of trouble in advance.

For starters, the most basic routine to pick up is to periodically assess it and avoid the hassle of major problems later on. Know about the life of your roof and keep in mind the cost you bear is divided along the number of years for which your roof remains intact, and then do everything you can to ensure you don’t need to put in extra money or let it wear out before time.

The type of material used typically decides the potential for damage so listed below are the three common roofing materials, with information specific to that material. Now don’t go rushing out every week to inspect your roof and stay off it as much as possible because that puts needless pressure on your on your infrastructure which could cause more damage.

You can use binoculars from ground or use a ladder and look for things as simple as popped nails, cracked caulk or rust spots on flashing in general areas.

Metal roofing is very durable so they are not inflicted by many of the problems clay or shingles have. You can look for moisture or damp spots inside your roof, leaks can be caused by rust, the seams where panels meet, or the fasteners. From the outside of your roof look for signs of rust, if you do find rust check with your roofer because most materials are covered by a warranty. If the rust is in an area where repairs have been done, this may be covered by their workmanship warranty.

Check for broken tiles. Cracks or slipped tiles can leave the under felt exposed which allows rain and sunlight to get into your roof, which will lead to much worse problems than simply replacing a tile.

While inspecting the roof, don't walk on it as they are most fragile to pressure compared to other roofing materials. They can easily be broken by standing on them so try your best to inspect them from a ladder or from the ground with binoculars.

Asphalt or wood shingles being the lowest quality there are a few generic concerns you should be informed of and ways to examine the sturdiness of your rooftop. Roof shingles can become buckled, curling, or blistering, it is generally a sign you need a replace both singles and caulk.

If your asphalt tiles are scraping off down your gutter line, that means your roof life cycle is ending. Also, since roofs are direct transport of your attic vents, chimneys and skylights, make sure you look for disconnected metal or vinyl flashing, cracked and worn rubber boots, and damaged chimney caps.

Inspecting beneath your roof can reveal you may have a moisture problem, if caught early you can avoid algae, moss, and lichen which can be big trouble for your building. Start by looking from inside your roof for dark area on the underside of your roof. Black algae stains look unpleasant they are not the worst of your troubles. Masses of moss and lichen are the real troublemakers and the moment they start appearing you should find ways to rectify the problem as it is an early warning of impending roof decay.

Sometimes the signs of roof damage are tangible and visible like creaking wood, peeling paint, and damp spots particularly after a storm of heavy rain that suggest leakage. But other times it can be harder to track down - you need to infer the current state of your house by examining adjacent areas such as water stains on pipes which point to an inadequate water heater or furnace passageway that could dampen your ceiling as well.

The bottom line is finding the time to do quarterly or at least yearly once-over on your roof and keep a tally of big and small damages to the roof and paths to it going through attics and chimneys. At the slightest show of these problems look for a cost-effective solution, and be armed with a little knowledge before seeking roofing companies.

Don’t prolong risks to your property at any cost, be proactive in assessing its sustainability and when it comes to the end of the life cycle of your roof simply have it replace by an accredited, licences, and insured roofing company you can trust.

We specialise in metal roofing, if you have any question send us an email or give us a call.

Roof capping is bound to it's place with a bed of cement which cracks with the passage of time due to shrinkage and imperfect binding. Flexi-pointing is a type of cement which allows some flex between the roof and capping. Flexibility makes it more durable and remain water tight for significantly longer than cement only.

Flexi-pointing is now standard with all new tile roofs and can be applied to old roofs which require maintenance or repair of capping or pointing.

We provide an application service of new flexi-pointing and repair service to old roofs where the capping or pointing has suffered damage. Whether the damage is from water seeping through the cement or from stress, you can trust us to renew your roof in the best way possible.