Tile roofing always throws up lots of questions for residents of Glasgow and surrounding areas so we have produced this comprehensive guide on the benefits of tile roofing, including what to look for when it comes to your own roof tiles, how to keep it Winter ready and some of the different types of tiles our expert roofers use to give roofs a maximum lifespan.
The Benefits of Tile Roofing
There are a number of benefits in using tile roofing but it’s not the only materials used by roofing companies. There are a number of different materials used to protect a roof, shingles are popular in USA but have very little longevity. Slate roofing looks good and protects your home for a long time if done properly, however it can be expensive to produce. Metal roofing solutions such as Metrotile is a low cost alternative that is becoming more popular as it is lightweight, durable and the appearances have improved over the years however tile roofing is still without question the single most popular roofing material not just in Glasgow, but the whole of the UK.
Benefits of tile roofing include that it comes in a range of colours as well as different styles so you can your roof to match the style of your house and street by picking colours that you feel compliment your property and a style that matches as well. From modern straight tiles to curved Victorian style tiles, there are roof tiles to match the desires of every home owner and Tradetech Roofing’s roof tiling experts can source the exact tiles for you, whether it’s for a full roof replacement or replacing missing tiles in a roof repair.
Roof tiles produced by leading manufacturers such as Marley are available in lots of colours and styles and although they are a bit more expensive than some roof tile manufacturers, they are tested and proven to last for decades in all sorts of weather conditions. Tradetech Roofing only use materials we believe will give the customer a roof that will last and guarantee all new roofs for your peace of mind.
Why are tiles the best type of roofing?
Tiles are often seen as the best type of roofing because they are created by filling tile moulds or pallets with wet clay and baking these at a very high temperature in a kiln. The weight and feel of the tile is determined by how long it is baked for and at what temperature. This process is much lower cost than mining and shaping slate and makes them extremely durable against rain, wind, hail and snow.
No two kinds of roof tile are the same. Each variety of roof tile offers its own strengths and advantages, including durability, longevity, aesthetics, ease of installation, and more. It’s all about weighing up the pros and cons of each option, and singling out the roof tile that suits you best.
Have you got a question about tile roofing you want to ask?
Call Tradetech Roofing on 0141 374 0275 and speak to one of our tile roofing experts. Tradetech roofing are roof repair and roof replacement experts meaning we can help with any of your tile roofing queries. We replace and repair roofs in Glasgow, Lanarkshire and throughout Central Scotland and have been doing this for a generation. We offer free, friendly advice and if you need a quote for your roofing job, all quotes are no obligation and free of charge.