Tile roofs · Tampa, FL
Tile Roof Repair in Tampa, FL
Tile roof repair in Tampa takes a different approach from shingle work. Concrete and clay tiles shed most of the rain, but the underlayment beneath them is what keeps water out, and walking a tile roof carelessly cracks tiles that were fine. Call to talk with an independent local roofing contractor about your tile roof.
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When to call
Signs your tile roof needs attention
- Cracked, broken or slipped tiles
- Leaks at valleys, hips, ridges or around roof penetrations
- Ceiling stains even though the tiles look intact
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Leaves and debris building up in the valleys
- An older tile roof whose underlayment has never been checked
The work
How tile roof repair is done
How independent roofing contractors typically approach it, so you know what to expect and what to ask.
- 01
Careful inspection
The roofer walks the roof in a way that avoids cracking tiles and checks for broken or slipped tiles, flashing problems and signs the underlayment has failed.
- 02
Lift the affected tiles
Tiles around the problem are removed and set aside so the underlayment and deck underneath can be seen.
- 03
Repair what's underneath
Worn underlayment, flashing or decking is replaced before any tile goes back.
- 04
Reset and replace tiles
Sound original tiles are reinstalled and broken ones are replaced with the closest available match.
Options
Common tile roof work
- Tile replacement
- Swapping cracked or broken field, hip and ridge tiles.
- Underlayment repair
- Replacing worn underlayment in the affected area, the usual fix for leaks under tiles that look fine.
- Lift and relay
- Removing the tiles over a larger area, installing new underlayment, then relaying the original tiles that can be reused.
- Valleys and flashing
- Clearing debris dams and replacing corroded valley metal and flashing.
Cost
What affects the price
A contractor prices the job after inspecting and measuring the roof in person. These are the things that move the number.
- Tile type, and whether matching tiles are still made
- How many tiles are broken or need resetting
- Whether the underlayment needs replacing, and over how large an area
- Flashing, valley metal and penetrations involved
- Roof pitch, height and access
- Whether the scope of work needs a building permit
Fit check
Is this the right call?
- You own a tile-roofed home or building in a covered Tampa ZIP code
- You have leaks, broken tiles or storm damage
- You want the roof inspected before choosing between a repair and a larger underlayment job
Renting? Please ask your landlord or property manager to call.
Call (813) 574-5946Request a quote
Request a tile roof repair quote
Send your project details through the form. Our lead partner passes your request to roofing professionals who serve your area, and they contact you about the job. Pricing comes after an in-person inspection.
- Enter the property ZIP code, a short description of the problem and how to reach you.
- Your request goes to our lead partner, Lead Smart, and the companies named in the form's consent statement.
- For property owners in Tampa and nearby Hillsborough County.
Prefer to talk it through?
Call (813) 574-5946Phone lines: Mon to Fri 7 AM to 7 PM, Sat 8 AM to 2 PM ET
FAQ
Tile Roof Repair questions
Why is my tile roof leaking when the tiles look fine?
On a tile roof, the underlayment is the main waterproofing layer. It ages under the tile, and leaks can start there, or at flashing and valleys, even when the tiles themselves are intact.
Can cracked roof tiles be repaired?
Cracked or broken tiles are usually replaced rather than patched. Finding a match depends on the tile's profile and color, so ask the contractor what's available before work begins.
What is a tile lift and relay?
The tiles over an area are removed, the old underlayment is replaced, and the sound original tiles are reinstalled. It keeps the look of the existing roof while renewing the waterproofing underneath.
Is it safe to walk on my tile roof?
It's best not to. Tiles can crack underfoot, and a wet or damaged tile roof is slippery. Leave inspections to a roofer.
Before you sign
Four checks that protect a large investment
Every contractor you speak with through this line is independent, so the final check is yours. Each of these takes a few minutes.
Check 1
Check the contractor's license and insurance
Florida roofing contractors are licensed through the Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR). Look up the name or license number, and ask for proof of liability and workers' compensation insurance.
Search DBPR licenses(opens in a new tab)Check 2
Ask who pulls the permit
Most roof replacements need a building permit from the City of Tampa or Hillsborough County, depending on the address. Ask who pulls it and when the inspections are scheduled.
Check 3
Get the product approval numbers
Roofing products used in Florida need state or local product approval. Ask for the approval numbers of the roof covering and underlayment, and look them up.
Florida product approval search(opens in a new tab)Check 4
Keep the wind mitigation paperwork
A wind mitigation inspection on Florida's form OIR-B1-1802 records features such as roof-deck attachment and secondary water resistance. Ask your insurer whether an updated inspection after a new roof affects your premium.
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Talk with a local roofer about your tile roof repair
Call to talk with an independent local roofing contractor about a repair, a replacement or a new roof. Pricing comes after an in-person inspection.
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