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Clay & Concrete Tile
The signature Bay Area roof — extraordinary longevity and timeless Mediterranean style.
Clay and concrete tile is the signature roofing material of the Bay Area's finest neighborhoods. From the Spanish Colonial estates lining the hills of Saratoga and Los Gatos to the Mediterranean-inspired homes of Almaden Valley and Willow Glen, tile roofs define the region's architectural character. With extraordinary longevity of 50 to 100+ years and a Class A fire rating, tile is a lifetime investment that outlasts every other residential roofing material.
Here is what most Bay Area homeowners do not realize: tile roofs rarely fail because the tiles wear out. The hidden culprit is the underlayment — the waterproof membrane beneath the tiles that degrades after 25-35 years. When a tile roof starts leaking, the solution is usually tile restoration — carefully lifting the tiles, replacing the underlayment, and resetting the original tiles. This saves 40-60% compared to a full tile replacement and preserves the character of your home.
Tile roofing demands specialized expertise that general roofers simply do not have. Our crews are trained in proper walking patterns to avoid breakage, tile lifting and resetting techniques, and sourcing and matching discontinued tile profiles. Whether your home has barrel-shaped mission tiles, flat Castilian profiles, or concrete S-tiles, we have the knowledge and inventory connections to maintain, restore, or replace your tile roof correctly.
Pros & Cons
Advantages
- Exceptional 50-100+ year lifespan
- Class A fire rated — ideal for WUI zones
- Stunning curb appeal and architectural character
- Tiles are reusable during underlayment replacement
- Handles Bay Area climate beautifully
- Very low maintenance once properly installed
Considerations
- Higher upfront cost than asphalt or metal
- Heavy — structural assessment required before installation
- Underlayment replacement needed every 25-35 years
- Walking on tile risks breakage without training
- Longer installation timeline (5-10 days typical)
- Requires specialized crew with tile experience
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Clay & Concrete Tile FAQ
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