Tile Roof Installation in Orangevale, CA
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A tile roof is a long-term choice, and it is heavy. The weight, the layers under the tile and the heat all deserve a look before you commit. Porter Roofing handles tile roof installation in Orangevale, CA. This page explains how tile goes on, what an industry energy study says so far and what to ask. For your tile roof, call (916) 526-3505 or ask for a free estimate.
What Layers Make Up a Tile Roof in Orangevale?
A tile roof in Orangevale is built from several layers, and the tile is only the top one. The U.S. Department of Energy says tiles were once clay or terra cotta and are now often molded, tinted concrete. Every layer under the tile has a job. Together they keep water out and carry the weight.
- Deck. The sheathing under everything must be strong enough to hold the weight of the tile.
- Underlayment. A water barrier of felt or a self-adhered sheet goes under the tile as a backup.
- Tile. Clay or concrete pieces are held on with corrosion-resistant nails, following the maker's instructions.
- Flashing and drip edge. Metal at roof openings, wall joints and roof edges guides water away.
Can Your Home Carry a Tile Roof?
Tile is heavy. The U.S. Department of Energy says it weighs about three times as much as asphalt roofing. Before you choose it, a roofer needs to check that your framing can carry the load.
Homes in Orangevale vary in age and framing, so one house may carry tile easily while the next needs work. Ask for the framing check in writing.
Will Tile Cut Your Cooling Costs?
An industry group is testing how tile compares with asphalt shingles for energy use. The Tile Roofing Industry Alliance began the study in work with the U.S. Department of Energy. The tile roofing energy study describes it.
The group says attic temperatures are lower under tile. Early data show surface differences of up to fifty degrees Fahrenheit. Attic differences reach up to thirty degrees between tile and shingles.
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The study has not reported energy savings yet, and it is still running. The group says Oak Ridge National Laboratory will review the results after three years. Treat the early numbers with care. Orangevale summers are hot, so attic heat is worth asking a roofer about.
Which Tile Fits Your Home?
Clay and concrete are the two common tile materials. Orangevale homes come in many styles, so the table sets the main choices side by side.
| Tile | Worth knowing |
|---|---|
| Clay tile | Fired clay with a classic look, and heavy |
| Concrete tile | Molded concrete in many shapes and colors, and heavy |
| Flat tile | A smooth, even profile |
| Barrel tile | A curved, barrel-shaped profile |
How Is a Tile Roof Installed?
The deck is checked first, and soft wood is repaired. Underlayment goes over the deck, and metal drip edge goes along the edges. Tile goes on in rows from the eave up. Each tile is fastened by the maker's instructions.
Metal flashing goes in at valleys, vents, chimneys and walls. Tile can crack under foot traffic, so ask how the crew will move on the roof. Ask who handles broken tiles and where spares are kept. Winter rain and wind test the fastening on an Orangevale roof, so the maker's instructions matter.
Plan Ahead Before the Crew Arrives
Before work begins, request the tile maker's installation instructions and warranty terms.
Check whether your tile roof needs a permit with the county building office. Orangevale is in unincorporated Sacramento County. That holds for a home near Orangevale Community Center Park too. Ask your roofer to put in writing who handles any permit.
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What Changes the Cost of a Tile Roof?
No two tile roofs cost the same. These factors move the price most.
Size and shape. A large roof with many angles needs more tile, more cutting and more time.
Tile and framing. The tile you choose changes the total. Heavy tile can call for framing work first.
What is under the old roof. Wood that is soft or rotted must be repaired before the tile goes on.
Limited access and steep slopes mean more work to set up. Ask Porter Roofing for a free estimate to learn the actual cost for your Orangevale home. Porter Roofing offers financing as well.
Check the Finished Tile Roof
- Tiles sit in straight rows with even gaps.
- No tiles are cracked or chipped.
- Metal at valleys, vents, chimneys and walls sits snug.
- The gutters hold no debris, and the yard has no leftover materials.
- After rainfall, both the attic and ceiling remain dry.
Walk the yard with the roofer when the job is done, and look up at the roof. Take another look following Orangevale's first large storm after the job. Ask for the maker's warranty and Porter Roofing's workmanship warranty in writing.
Care for a Tile Roof in Orangevale
Tile lasts, but the layers beneath it need attention. Oak leaves and twigs collect in valleys and gutters, so keep them clear. Ask a tree service about limbs over the roof, since a falling limb can crack tile.
Do not walk on the tile to clear debris. Tile can crack under foot traffic, so call a roofer. Stay on the ground to check your Orangevale tile roof each spring and fall.
After a big storm, look again. Call (916) 526-3505 or ask for a free estimate if you spot a problem with your tile roof.
Tile Roof Questions in Orangevale
A tile roof's cost depends on the size and shape of the roof. The tile you pick changes the total, and so does any framing work needed to carry the weight. Soft wood under the old roof must be repaired first. Limited access and steep slopes mean more work to set up. To give an actual cost, a roofer needs to look over your roof. Porter Roofing gives a free estimate and also has financing.
A house can support a tile roof only if its framing can carry the weight. Tile is heavy, so a roofer needs to check the framing before the job. Some homes carry tile easily, and others need work first. Ask for the check in writing. Porter Roofing can look at your home, so ask for a free estimate before you decide.
Tile roofs may keep attics cooler, according to an industry study still in progress. The Tile Roofing Industry Alliance reports lower attic temperatures under tile in early data. The study has not reported energy savings yet, so treat the early numbers with care. Orangevale summers are hot, so ask a roofer how tile fits your home. Request your free tile roof estimate from Porter Roofing.
A tile roof goes on in layers. The deck is checked and repaired, underlayment covers it, and metal drip edge runs along the edges. Tiles go on in rows and are fastened by the maker's instructions. Flashing made of metal protects the valleys, vents, walls and chimneys. Ask the roofer how the crew will protect the tile and how broken tiles are handled.
Get Your Free Tile Roof Estimate in Orangevale
Tell us about your home and the tile you have in mind. Fill out the form or call us at (916) 526-3505 about tile roofing.