Should I Purchase A Clay Tile Roof?
Clay Tile Roofing Contractor
Your property can have the feel of an exotic location, rich with visual appeal and culture, by transforming your home with gorgeous clay tile roofing. Clay roof tile is a classic construction material that has been used for thousands of years as a durable and sustainable roofing option, with early examples of glazed roof tiles in China around 5,000 years ago. Today, clay roof tile is growing in popularity for home and property owners because of not only its design-conscious features, but also its long-lasting qualities that many alternative roofing solutions don’t possess.
At Huber & Associates, we have decades custom clay roof tile roofing experience. We have worked with historically significant homes and properties throughout the United States and internationally. We have developed an exceptional reputation over the years for our detail-oriented craftsmanship, top-notch products and outstanding customer service.
Centuries of tile installations are testament to tile roofs being installed on open battens and yet protecting the building and its contents. This method of installation was still popular in the early 1900’s and such successful installations lasted decades without any plywood or heavy underlayment. However today, many roofers believe that the real roof of the clay tile roof is underneath, the roof’s underlayment. This belief tends to direct the roofer in the wrong direction not focusing on proper installation of the tiles and related flashings and thereby keep water from even reaching the underlayment. The tile is the building’s real protection and ‘old world’ methods of true proper installation means that maintenance, and a roof replacement before the time, are kept a bay.
Explore the Possibilities of Clay Roof Tiles
Many homeowners, whether seeking an alternative option to standard asphalt roofing or looking to enhance their home’s architecture with stunning materials, are considering traditional-looking clay roof tile for their houses. Not only does clay tile offer stunning quality and beauty, but this material also offers several advantages, including:
Long-Lasting Durability: A clay tile roof has been traditionally been used as roofing material worldwide because of its natural resistance to rot and insect damage. It also does well in variable weather conditions, like moisture, direct sunlight, storms, hail and extreme disasters like earthquakes and hurricanes. With a Grade 1 clay tile roof for your home, you can expect durability and protection lasting up to 100 years or more.
Design Variety: Not only are clay roof tiles available in several color varieties, but you also have the ability to select a shape and texture that suits your personal style or building’s aesthetic. Clay roof tile can be crafted with a style two-piece barrel, one piece Spanish ‘S’, Roman two-piece, or any variety of flat interlocking or the beautiful historic clay shingle tiles with the look of old Cotswolds or Provence.
Ventilation and Insulation: A clay tile roof can be an excellent insulator as often, with clay roof tile installations, you obtain a space underneath such that the tile roof aids in natural air ventilation. Homes with clay tile roofing can be cooler in the summer and warmer during winter months.
Environmentally Friendly: Clay roof tile is constructed without chemical preservatives and being mineral based can be recycled after use for other manufacturing options. In addition to its natural environmental benefits, by having clay tile on your roof, you can reduce the amount of heat transference throughout your home, making your indoor environment more energy efficient.
Low Maintenance: Unlike traditional roofing materials, clay tiles require little to no maintenance throughout their lifespan — simply remove any excess debris from the roof and replace any tiles that become damaged or broken over time.
Clay Roof TILE Experts Throughout the Southeast & Beyond
Huber & Associates is the premier clay roof tiling experts throughout the United States. We specialize in clay tile roofing solutions for private residences, historic locations and other significant buildings, including installation, replacement and restoration. An exceptional-quality clay roof tile is crafted from vitreous clay and is molded and fired to extremely high temperatures. This results in a sturdy, low-porous surface. Vitreous clay is exceptionally diverse, durable and resistant to various elements. Clay roof tiles are not only crafted to be one-of-a-kind, but they’re also considered to give you a lifetime of stunning aesthetics, protection and reliability.
Choose Experienced Clay Roof TILE Professionals
At Huber & Associates, we pride ourselves on being the skilled clay tile roofing professionals serving the United States and beyond. We provide durable and unique clay roof tile installation, replacement, and restoration for a variety of locations, including private residences and historically significant buildings, like the National Infantry Museum in Columbus, Georgia.
Explore your Spanish clay roofing options today by calling us at 386-487-1040 to speak to a historic roofing specialist, or fill out our online contact form to request additional information.