Tile roofing comes in a wide range of colors, profiles and styles, to complement every home style. You should consider this durable and long-lasting material whether it’s for new roof construction or roof replacement. When properly installed and maintained, a tile roof can last between 50 to 100 years or more.
Read on to find out how well tile roofs withstand fire, wind, earthquakes and hail.
Fire
During independent testing, both concrete and clay tile roofing have proven safer than standard materials like wood shake and shingles. The design of tile roofs allows for sufficient air circulation under the tile, reducing heat transfer to the attic during fires. Also, tile roofs have the highest fire rating for product and installed system. The Class A fire rating involves tests for intermittent flame, flame spread and burning brand.
Wind
Tile roofing is a great option for those who are living in areas that experience frequent tornadoes, high winds and hurricanes. This material offers superior resistance against severe storms and hurricane-force winds. Just make sure to have it installed by an experienced residential roofing company to enjoy this benefit. When installed correctly, this roofing option can resist winds of at least 125 miles-per-hour, which would have damaged most roofing materials.
Earthquakes
The University of Southern California found that tile roofing systems that are installed according to building code standards, exceed current seismic load requirements for building materials. With proper building design and emergency planning, you can reduce the impact of earthquakes on your home. Tile remains the only roofing material to have been tested for seismic loading.
Hail
Hailstorms leave significant damage to homes in different parts of the country every year. Tile roofing can withstand damage from hailstones as big as 1.5”, which is slightly bigger than a golf ball. Tile roofing systems offer two layers of protection against the elements and the material itself gives a strong water-shedding outer shell.
Whether you need a tile or metal roof replacement, you can turn to CQ Construction & Roofing. Call us at (850) 683-4169 or fill out our contact form to get a free estimate. We serve clients in Crestview, FL.