How To Do Tile Roofing

Mortar set or attachment to a ridge board.

How to do tile roofing.

For attachment of the board refer to table 21 in the addendum to the concrete and clay roof tile. Install the underlayment for the new roof tile next working with 10 foot sections at a time. Put another flat bar under the tile to the left of the damaged one. Gently pry the bars upward and remove the broken tile.

Slate tile roofs are popular due to their natural appearance durability and longevity. Secure the underlayment with nails that are at least 2 inches from the edge of the roof. To begin remove the old roof tile. Before putting in a new tile replace the roofing underlayment.

Look at the advanced weather forecast before you begin and choose a few weeks with as many dry days as possible. The concrete and clay roof tile installation manual gives guidance on two attachment methods for hip and ridge tiles. Slate roof tiles come in a variety of color and texture options. To replace a tile slide a flat bar under the 2 tiles above the broken piece.