ServicesTile Roofing
Tile Roofing in Carefree
A cracked or slipped tile after a hard wind is unsettling, but it rarely means a whole new roof. We find what actually broke, fix it carefully, and tell you plainly when the layer under your tiles needs attention.
Most Tile Problems Start Underneath
Concrete and clay tile can last for decades. The underlayment beneath it is what keeps water out, and years of desert sun and heat slowly dry it out until it cracks. So the tiles you see from the driveway can look perfectly fine while water is already finding its way into your home.
When something goes wrong, our job is to sort out which layer failed. Sometimes it is a handful of broken tiles. Sometimes it is worn underlayment that calls for a lift and relay, where we remove the tiles, replace what is underneath and set your original tiles back in place. When the tile itself is past saving, we install a new tile roof.
We are an Arizona KB-2 licensed contractor, and we explain each option in plain terms so you can decide without pressure.
What Our Tile Work Covers
- Broken and slipped tile replacement
- We swap out cracked, chipped or slipped tiles and secure the replacements so they sit flush with their neighbors. We match profile and color as closely as we can.
- Lift and relay
- We carefully remove and stack your existing tiles, replace the underlayment, then reset the tiles. Reusing sound tile keeps the look of your home and avoids paying for material you already own.
- Flashing, valleys and penetrations
- Leaks often start where tile meets a wall, a vent or a valley. We replace worn flashing and seal these spots properly instead of covering them with extra mastic.
- Ridge, hip and bird stop work
- We reset loose ridge and hip tiles, address crumbling mortar and replace missing bird stops at the eaves so nesting birds and wind-driven debris stay out.
- New tile roofs
- When your home is ready for fresh tile, we install new concrete or clay tile over new underlayment and battens. We help you pick a profile and color that suits the house and stands up to strong summer sun.
Signs Your Tile Roof Needs Attention
Tiles cracked or shifted after a storm
Strong monsoon gusts can lift and drop tiles, and hail can crack them. Look from the ground rather than climbing up, since walking on tile breaks it easily.
Stains on a ceiling or wall
A brown ring or bubbling paint usually means water has been getting past the underlayment for a while. It is worth a sensible look before the next rain.
Your roof is older but the tiles look perfect
Tile outlasts the felt underneath it. If your roof has never had a relay, the underlayment may be brittle even though nothing looks wrong.
Loose ridge caps or missing mortar
Gaps along the ridge and hips let wind and water in. They also let tiles rattle loose during the next blow.
Pieces of tile in the yard
Small shards near the foundation often come from a broken tile above. One missing piece can expose the underlayment to direct sun.
How a Tile Job Goes
- 1
A phone conversation first
You tell us what you have noticed and when it started. If water is coming in, we talk through sensible steps to protect your home until we arrive.
- 2
A careful look and photos
We walk the roof where tile can bear weight and photograph what we find, so you see the broken tiles or worn underlayment yourself. Then we give you a written, line-item estimate.
- 3
Work day
We protect plants and walkways, stack removed tiles neatly and replace only what needs replacing. Where the town requires a permit, we pull it.
- 4
Cleanup and walkthrough
We clear broken tile, nails and old underlayment from your property. Then we show you the finished work and explain your warranty coverage.
What Moves the Cost of Tile Work
Tile work covers a wide range, from swapping a handful of tiles to relaying the whole roof. We price from what we actually find on your roof and list each item in writing, so the final bill holds no line you did not see first.
- Repair, relay or new tile
- A few cracked tiles can be handled in a short visit. Lifting the whole field to replace underlayment, or putting on a new tile roof, involves every square foot and the layers below it, so the scope grows accordingly.
- How many tiles can be reused
- Older tiles can be brittle, and some profiles are no longer made. The more replacements we have to source or match, the more the job costs.
- Roof size, pitch and shape
- Steep slopes, many hips and valleys, and multiple levels take more time and care to work safely.
- Decking and underlayment
- If the wood deck under the underlayment has water damage, it needs replacing. The type of underlayment you choose also affects the price.
Tile Roofing Questions
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Do I need a new roof if only a few tiles cracked in a storm?
Usually not. Broken tiles can often be replaced on their own. We check whether the underlayment below them is still sound, and if it is, a repair is the honest answer.
Can you match my existing tiles?
We match profile and color as closely as possible, and we can often reuse sound tiles from less visible areas. If an exact match is not available, we show you the options before any work begins.
Should I go up and look at the damage myself?
We would rather you did not. Tile cracks under foot when you do not know where to step, and a fall is a real risk. Take photos from the ground and describe what you see when you call.
Will my homeowners insurance cover this?
That depends on your policy and on what caused the damage, and only your insurer can decide. We can explain what we found and provide photos and a written estimate you can share with them.
What warranty comes with your tile work?
Our work carries a 10-year labor warranty. On new tile roofs, you also get the 30-year manufacturer warranty through roofing material providers. We go over what each one covers when the job is done.
Get Your Tile Roof Sorted Out
Tell us what you are seeing and we will help you figure out the sensible next step. We work on tile roofs in Carefree and nearby towns like Cave Creek and Anthem.