Marilee
04-29-2002, 06:12 PM
Clay tile roofs can last as long as the house itself, but occasionally an individual tile can chip or crack. In this case, you should repair the tile as soon as possible before any damage to the underlayment or sheathing occurs.
Clay tiles are slippery and delicate. If you are not experienced working on this type of roof, you should consider hiring a professional, especially if the repair area is not within easy reach from a ladder. If you do decide to work on the repair yourself, and must step on the roof, walk carefully and distribute your weight evenly. Wear non-slip shoes.
Clay tiles vary in how they attach to the roof. The guidelines below are on how to repair a single tile of a specific type; be sure to consult manufacturer's directions on how to repair the type of clay tile on your roof.
Clay tiles are slippery and delicate. If you are not experienced working on this type of roof, you should consider hiring a professional, especially if the repair area is not within easy reach from a ladder. If you do decide to work on the repair yourself, and must step on the roof, walk carefully and distribute your weight evenly. Wear non-slip shoes.
Clay tiles vary in how they attach to the roof. The guidelines below are on how to repair a single tile of a specific type; be sure to consult manufacturer's directions on how to repair the type of clay tile on your roof.