Tile Roof Installation & Repair in Tampa, FL

Tile roofing gives Tampa homes timeless beauty, classic Florida style, and incredible storm protection. From historic Mediterranean estates on Davis Islands and along Bayshore Boulevard to golf course communities in Tampa Palms and Hunter’s Green, tile roofs add elegance and value.

Here is the most important thing to know about a tile roof: the tiles on top shed rain and protect against sun and wind, but the waterproof under-layer hidden beneath the tiles is what actually stops water from entering your home.

Concrete Tile vs. Spanish Clay Tile

We install and repair both major types of roofing tile:

1. Concrete Roofing Tiles: Made from durable cement, sand, and mineral pigments, concrete tiles are the most common choice in Tampa subdivisions. They come in many styles: classic curved Spanish barrels, Mediterranean waves, or sleek flat profiles that look like slate or wood shakes. Concrete tiles are tough against hail, cost less than clay, and help insulate your home from the hot sun.
2. Spanish Clay Barrel Tiles: The classic choice for Mediterranean and Spanish colonial homes. Baked in high-heat kilns, terra cotta clay tiles never fade and can last 100 years or more. While clay costs more up front, its authentic look and lifetime durability are unmatched.

Why Older 1990s & 2000s Tile Roofs Start Leaking

Many Tampa homeowners find their 20-year-old tile roof leaking even though the tiles on top look fine.

Here is why:

• Old Felt Paper Underneath: Decades ago, builders used basic organic paper under tiles. Under the hot Florida sun, temperatures beneath dark tiles reach 160°F or more. Over 20 years, that intense heat bakes the paper until it turns brittle and cracks. When heavy rain blows under the tiles during a storm, water leaks right through the cracked paper into the attic.
• Our Modern Waterproof Under-Layer: We use thick, self-stick waterproof membranes rated for temperatures up to 260°F. This heavy-duty lining sticks directly to your wood deck, seals tightly around any nails, and lasts 35+ years so your under-layer matches the long life of your tiles.

Foam Adhesive vs. Screws: Securing Tiles in Hurricane Winds

How tiles are attached to your roof matters during hurricane season:

• Screws: Screwing tiles down pokes thousands of small holes right through the waterproof lining beneath. In strong hurricane winds, tiles can vibrate and loosen the screws.
• Expanding Hurricane Foam: We use certified expanding roofing foam to bond each tile directly to the underlayment. The strong foam adhesive holds tiles tight against winds of 150 to 175 MPH without poking a single hole through your waterproof barrier.

Tile “Lift-and-Reset”: Save 35% to 45%

If your tile roof has leaks because the paper underneath has worn out, but your tiles are still in great shape, you don’t need to buy a whole new roof.

With our Tile Lift-and-Reset service:

1. We carefully lift your existing tiles by hand and stack them safely.
2. We remove the old, brittle paper down to the bare wood deck.
3. We replace any damaged wood boards and re-nail the deck to meet current Florida hurricane codes.
4. We install a brand-new self-stick waterproof membrane across your entire roof.
5. We reinstall your original tiles using hurricane foam adhesive, replacing only the few tiles that were cracked.

A lift-and-reset gives you a fresh 30+ year waterproof roof while saving you 35% to 45% compared to the cost of buying all-new tiles.