ServicesTile Roofing
Tile Roofing in Lynwood, Repaired and Relaid With Care
Tile itself can last a very long time. The layer under it does not. We repair cracked and slipped tiles, lift and relay roofs over new underlayment, and install new clay or concrete tile. One person answers your questions and runs the job from first visit to final sweep.
What Tile Roofing Work Really Involves
A tile roof is two roofs in one. The tile on top sheds most of the sun and rain. Underneath, a layer of underlayment does the real waterproofing. On many older tile roofs that layer has dried out and cracked long before the tile shows any wear.
That changes what the right fix is. Sometimes you need a few tiles swapped and a cracked ridge repointed. Sometimes the tile is fine but the underlayment is done, and we lift the tile, replace what is under it and set the same tile back. Full replacement is the answer only when the tile itself is failing or you want a new look.
You deal with one person the whole way. That person looks at your roof, writes the estimate, sets the schedule and checks the work at the end.
What Our Tile Roof Work Includes
Broken and slipped tile repair
We replace cracked tiles and reset ones that have slid out of line. We walk tile roofs carefully, stepping on the strong part of each tile, so fixing one problem does not crack ten more.
Lift and relay
We take the tile off in sections, stack it on the roof, and put down new underlayment, battens and flashing. Then the same tile goes back on. You keep the look of your home and pay for new tile only where pieces break.
Underlayment and flashing
This is where most tile roof leaks start, at valleys, chimneys, walls and vents. We take the layers under the tile as seriously as the tile you see.
Ridge and hip caps
Old mortar at the ridges cracks and lets water and pests in. We repoint or reset caps so they stay tight.
New clay or concrete tile
For a full replacement we help you choose a profile and color, check that the framing can carry the weight, and install from the deck up.
Signs Your Tile Roof Needs Attention
Cracked or missing tiles
A single broken tile lets sun and water hit the underlayment directly. That spot wears out fast.
Water stains after winter rain
Tile roofs can look perfect and still leak. If a ceiling stains after a rain, the underlayment or flashing has likely given out.
Tiles out of line
Wavy rows or tiles sliding toward the gutter usually mean broken fasteners or rotted battens.
Crumbling mortar at the ridge
Gaps along the ridge or hips let in water and give birds and rodents a way under the tile.
An older roof with original felt
If your tile roof has never been relaid, the felt under it may be brittle even with no leak yet. A free inspection tells you where it stands.
How a Tile Roof Job Runs
- 1
Free inspection
We walk the roof, lift a few tiles to see the underlayment, and check the attic if we can. You get photos of what we found.
- 2
Written estimate
Your contact goes over repair, relay or replacement in plain words and puts the scope on paper. If storm damage is part of it, we work directly with your insurance claim.
- 3
Permit and scheduling
For relays and replacements we pull the permit the city requires and set dates with you. You know who to ask if anything changes.
- 4
Work day
We protect plants and walkways, stack salvaged tile safely, and tarp open sections at the end of each day. New underlayment goes down before any tile goes back.
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Final check and cleanup
We walk the finished roof, pick up broken pieces and nails, and go over the work with you.
What Moves the Cost of Tile Roofing
Tile work is priced by what your roof needs, not by a flat number. A repair of a few tiles is a small job. A relay or new tile roof is a bigger one, and these things decide where yours lands.
- Repair, relay or replace
- Swapping tiles costs far less than lifting the whole roof. Reusing your tile in a relay usually costs less than buying all new tile.
- How much tile survives
- Some tiles break during removal, especially old clay. Discontinued profiles can be hard to match, which can mean pulling salvage from a hidden slope.
- Roof size and pitch
- Bigger and steeper roofs take more labor and more care to walk safely.
- What is under the tile
- Rotted battens or soft decking add work once the tile is off. We show you photos before any extra work is done.
Tile Roofing Questions
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My tiles look fine. Why would I need work?
The tile is rarely the problem. The underlayment beneath it wears out from heat and age, and that is what keeps water out. A relay replaces that layer and puts your tile back.
Can you match my existing tile?
Often, yes. Many concrete and clay profiles are still made. When one is not, we look for close matches or use salvaged tiles from less visible areas.
Can I switch from shingles to tile?
Sometimes. Tile is much heavier than asphalt shingles, so the framing has to carry the load. We check that first and tell you plainly if it will work. If not, our asphalt shingle roofing page covers other options.
Will walking on the roof break more tiles?
Walking tile takes care. Our crew steps where tiles are supported and keeps traffic to set paths. A few breaks can happen on old clay, and we replace those.
Find Out What's Under Your Tile
We'll lift a few tiles, show you photos and tell you whether you need a repair, a relay or a new roof. The same person stays with you through cleanup.