Concrete Roofing Tiles
Concrete tiles were developed in Europe during the mid 19th century. Since that time, they have proven to be one of the most durable roof products on the market. Some examples of this type of roofing have lasted in excess of 100 years without requiring replacement. Because of the manufacturing technique used, these can mimic many other types of roofing tile including terracotta and slate.
Although concrete tiles were intended to be cheaper and lighter substitutes for clay tiles, subtle differences in color permanence means the two should not be mixed even if they are made to look the same. They will wear differently over time and areas on a clay roof that are patched with concrete tiles will be apparent.
Costs and ROI
Today, concrete tiles tend to be a bit more expensive in upfront costs than other types of roof materials. However, their durability means that over the years the difference is recovered. In fact, the warranty is often for the lifetime of the building.
Extreme Durability
High standards in modern manufacturing allow concrete roofing tiles to withstand up to 150 mph sustained winds. This durability makes concrete roofing ideal for hurricane prone areas. These materials have been laboratory tested to withstand a strike from a 2 inch diameter hailstone without any blemish or damage of any kind.
If large blown embers from a fire land on them, then there will be no observable damage below the tile and only some discoloring on the surface. Basically, it is very fire resistant but not completely fire proof.
Modern concrete roofing tiles also exceed current seismic load requirements and standards. This means that they are more likely to withstand an earthquake too. This doesn’t mean that they are indestructible. A visual inspection is still necessary whenever your roof experiences extreme weather conditions or a natural disaster.
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