THINGS YOU DON’T REALIZE UNTIL YOU OWN ONE
FOR A YEAR
considers part of a fully sustainable
future where homes and electric cars run on zero-emission sunlight. Musk
claimed at this year’s shareholder meeting on June 11 that the company is
hopeful it can bring the roof’s price down to reach the equivalent of a
standard shingle roof plus utility bills
installing the roof came down to a perfect
storm of factors. The family has lived in the state for over 15 years, and
Tobler always wanted to go solar. The house, built in 1965, came with a metal
roof that made installing panels impossible. When Tesla’s preorder page went
live in May 2017, the family opted to replace the aging roof
roof has become an increasingly important
product for Tesla. Musk said at the shareholder event that the company is now
installing the roof in eight states, and work is almost complete on version
three. He added that the design is “actually quite a hard technology problem,”
and tests need to simulate 30 years of wear and tear in the space of a few
months. Musk added that “we have a shot at being equal to a comp shingle roof
plus someone’s utility costs, or maybe lower than that.”
roof efforts have gradually ramped up since
the spring 2018 rollout. In October 2019, Musk unveiled a third-generation
tile. The new tile is bigger, redesigned on the inside, likely to hide the
solar cells better, and is designed for speedy installation
The new tiles are launching in a textured
style, with new designs expected every six months through the accelerated
testing process. They measure 15 inches by 45 inches, where the old ones
measured 8.65 inches by 14 inches. They also reduce the number of parts by over
half
TILE ROOFING
Roofing That Looks Good and Does Good
For anyone considering a tile roof for
their home, there are several things to think about. You need to be sure the
tiles being installed are of the highest quality and you need to be sure you
are working with a reliable roofing team.
Tile Roof Installation and Other Services
When it comes to residential roofing, there
are several roofing material options on the market, though none are as
incredible as the tile roof. This option provides an unrivaled beauty that
simply cannot be matched by any asphalt shingle
Types of Tile Roofing
We work with and offer a variety of tile
roofing options for our homeowners. We’ll work with you to determine what would
be the best for your needs and budget. If you have any questions
TILE ROOFING
Are tile roofs difficult to get installed?
When using trained professionals like those
at Tile Roofing LLC, installing tile roofs are one of the simplest systems to
install. Installation and maintenance costs in the long run are much lower than
other roofing materials.
Are tile roofs fire safe?
Tile that are made from concrete and class
have a Class A fire rating and will not catch fire or burn. They are
non-combustible and maintain this rating throughout their entire lifetime
without any required additional treatments.
If my tile roof is old, damaged, or starts
leaking is it necessary for me to get brand new tile?
It is not necessarily required that you
replace your tile roof if it is damaged, starts leaking, or is old; most tile
roofs can be restored or repaired. If these are options, you are interested in
exploring repairing or restoring your tile roof you must locate a matching
replacement and contract a qualified roofing contractor like Tile Roofing to
replace your tile.
Is tile roofing more susceptible to damage
by hail?
In some cases, the most violent of storms
all types of roofing materials are destroyed. However, in most cases with
typical hail storms averaging 2” diameter hail or less other roofing materials
have had to be completely replaced where only 10% of the tiles on a tile roof
were damaged and needed replacement.
What is a “lift-and-relay”?
One pro of using tile roofing is its
ability to be reused. The term most often used in terms of re-usability is
“lift-and-relay”; this is where the tile is evaluated and inspected, and upon
the tile being in good condition the roofer may take the original tile off the
roof, simply put down new felts, and then places that same tile back on the
roof. This method can effectively help save customers money.
tips for mounting solar on tile roofs
Evaluate the tiles. It’s common to find
hairline cracks on tile roofs, the product of a dropped tool or a heavy foot
long ago. Often cracks are sealed together with silicone or another adhesive.
But just because you didn’t cause the blemish, doesn’t mean it’s not your
responsibility. “What I’m finding in talking with integrators, regardless of
who caused the damage, is the last person on the roof will be blamed for it,”
Stearns said
Watch the underlayment. In 1986, the
building code was updated to require underlayment on tile roofs, protecting
homes from snow, sleet and wind-driven rain. “I used to say that the tile was
really a facade to protect the underlayment, which was your primary
waterproofing,” Stearns said. “That’s probably a little bit of a stretch, but the
underlayment is critical.” A well-done inspection of the underlayment before
taking ownership of the roof is important. If the material is deteriorated,
rotted or cracked, it could leak regardless of what you happen to do as an
integrator on the roof.
Check for pests. Tile roofs are ideal homes
for bats, packrats and squirrels. Damage from gnawing pests can lead to
moisture intrusion, rapidly degrading waterproofing and the structure
underneath. Pay special attention to holes and cracks in the roof. “If you have
the ability to get inside the house and do a survey in the attic and get a
sense for whether or not this roof has leaked in the past or is currently
leaking, that’s a pretty critical point to acknowledge during your survey,”
Stearns said.
You will break tile. Everybody does. “It
happens on every project that I’m aware of and it’s important that you fix that
material as you go, or certainly before you finish,” Stearns said. “Damaged
tiles should be replaced before installing a PV system and during the
installation.” Solar mounting solutions that replace a tile with a flashing are
a great way to move forward.
Consider installation longevity. One way to
install solar involves boring a hole for mounting posts through tiles. The tile
is placed over the flashing and post, leaving a gap between post and tile.
Somehow an installer has to make sure the area around the post remains
watertight. In the Southwest, caulking and adhesives won’t last the life of an
array. “Any time your solution is ‘somehow or another,’ it should really lead
to the question: Is this a 25-year application?” Stearns said. Tile hooks
should be evaluated for strength.
QUESTIONS ABOUT REROOFING
When you want to replace your old roof you
want to do it with a reliable and durable roofing system for a long term
solution. Furthermore, you want to choose from different designs and styles
which will fit to your house. Regarding the installation the aim of every
homeowner is to have the roof replaced quickly, inexpensively and with as little
fuss as possible
WHAT IS THE NORMAL PROCEDURE OF A REROOFING
PROJECT?
Erect scaffolding and roof-edge safety
measures
Remove old roofing material and dispose of
off-site
Check the roof sub-structure, prepare
surface and install new roofing battens if necessary
Install new roof complete with all hips,
ridges, flashings etc (usually about a day)
Clean up around your garden and perform
final inspection of new roof
WHAT SHOULD I KNOW BEFORE CHOOSING A NEW
ROOF?
As the saying goes a dog is for life, not
just for Christmas. Neither is a roof. Choosing a roof is a long term decision.
Think about what will be in keeping with the architecture of the whole house.
Fashions come and go; your roof will probably be around for decades.
The location of your home is an important
factor. If you are near the coast or in an area known for high wind or extreme
weather with a lot of snow, you should look for a roofing system that will help
minimize potential problems with corrosion, leaks or system failure. We happen
to know one extreme weather resistant roofing system;)
More seriously, roofing is a specialist,
stand-alone trade. It’s not a job for a general builder or a DIY guru. Make
sure you don’t give this job to a friend who claims to be a jack of all trades.
Roof quotations can be complex and
deceptive. Make sure yours include all costs – such as building paper, roof
battens, labor cost and other roof-related materials – so you can compare ‘like
with like’.
Investigate your options before you decide.
The first step is research – on the web, on foot, over the phone and in
conversations with other homeowners. This section – Learn About Roofs – is
designed to help with your roofing system research, so that you can make a
decision you’ll be happy to live with for decades to come.
HOW CAN I FIND A QUALIFIED ROOFING
INSTALLER FOR ASSESSING MY ROOF?
THINGS YOU DON’T REALIZE UNTIL YOU OWN ONE
FOR A YEAR
considers part of a fully sustainable
future where homes and electric cars run on zero-emission sunlight. Musk
claimed at this year’s shareholder meeting on June 11 that the company is
hopeful it can bring the roof’s price down to reach the equivalent of a
standard shingle roof plus utility bills
installing the roof came down to a perfect
storm of factors. The family has lived in the state for over 15 years, and
Tobler always wanted to go solar. The house, built in 1965, came with a metal
roof that made installing panels impossible. When Tesla’s preorder page went
live in May 2017, the family opted to replace the aging roof
roof has become an increasingly important
product for Tesla. Musk said at the shareholder event that the company is now
installing the roof in eight states, and work is almost complete on version
three. He added that the design is “actually quite a hard technology problem,”
and tests need to simulate 30 years of wear and tear in the space of a few
months. Musk added that “we have a shot at being equal to a comp shingle roof
plus someone’s utility costs, or maybe lower than that.”
roof efforts have gradually ramped up since
the spring 2018 rollout. In October 2019, Musk unveiled a third-generation
tile. The new tile is bigger, redesigned on the inside, likely to hide the
solar cells better, and is designed for speedy installation
The new tiles are launching in a textured
style, with new designs expected every six months through the accelerated
testing process. They measure 15 inches by 45 inches, where the old ones
measured 8.65 inches by 14 inches. They also reduce the number of parts by over
half
TILE ROOFING
Roofing That Looks Good and Does Good
For anyone considering a tile roof for
their home, there are several things to think about. You need to be sure the
tiles being installed are of the highest quality and you need to be sure you
are working with a reliable roofing team.
Tile Roof Installation and Other Services
When it comes to residential roofing, there
are several roofing material options on the market, though none are as
incredible as the tile roof. This option provides an unrivaled beauty that
simply cannot be matched by any asphalt shingle
Types of Tile Roofing
We work with and offer a variety of tile
roofing options for our homeowners. We’ll work with you to determine what would
be the best for your needs and budget. If you have any questions
TILE ROOFING
Are tile roofs difficult to get installed?
When using trained professionals like those
at Tile Roofing LLC, installing tile roofs are one of the simplest systems to
install. Installation and maintenance costs in the long run are much lower than
other roofing materials.
Are tile roofs fire safe?
Tile that are made from concrete and class
have a Class A fire rating and will not catch fire or burn. They are
non-combustible and maintain this rating throughout their entire lifetime
without any required additional treatments.
If my tile roof is old, damaged, or starts
leaking is it necessary for me to get brand new tile?
It is not necessarily required that you
replace your tile roof if it is damaged, starts leaking, or is old; most tile
roofs can be restored or repaired. If these are options, you are interested in
exploring repairing or restoring your tile roof you must locate a matching
replacement and contract a qualified roofing contractor like Tile Roofing to
replace your tile.
Is tile roofing more susceptible to damage
by hail?
In some cases, the most violent of storms
all types of roofing materials are destroyed. However, in most cases with
typical hail storms averaging 2” diameter hail or less other roofing materials
have had to be completely replaced where only 10% of the tiles on a tile roof
were damaged and needed replacement.
What is a “lift-and-relay”?
One pro of using tile roofing is its
ability to be reused. The term most often used in terms of re-usability is
“lift-and-relay”; this is where the tile is evaluated and inspected, and upon
the tile being in good condition the roofer may take the original tile off the
roof, simply put down new felts, and then places that same tile back on the
roof. This method can effectively help save customers money.
tips for mounting solar on tile roofs
Evaluate the tiles. It’s common to find
hairline cracks on tile roofs, the product of a dropped tool or a heavy foot
long ago. Often cracks are sealed together with silicone or another adhesive.
But just because you didn’t cause the blemish, doesn’t mean it’s not your
responsibility. “What I’m finding in talking with integrators, regardless of
who caused the damage, is the last person on the roof will be blamed for it,”
Stearns said
Watch the underlayment. In 1986, the
building code was updated to require underlayment on tile roofs, protecting
homes from snow, sleet and wind-driven rain. “I used to say that the tile was
really a facade to protect the underlayment, which was your primary
waterproofing,” Stearns said. “That’s probably a little bit of a stretch, but the
underlayment is critical.” A well-done inspection of the underlayment before
taking ownership of the roof is important. If the material is deteriorated,
rotted or cracked, it could leak regardless of what you happen to do as an
integrator on the roof.
Check for pests. Tile roofs are ideal homes
for bats, packrats and squirrels. Damage from gnawing pests can lead to
moisture intrusion, rapidly degrading waterproofing and the structure
underneath. Pay special attention to holes and cracks in the roof. “If you have
the ability to get inside the house and do a survey in the attic and get a
sense for whether or not this roof has leaked in the past or is currently
leaking, that’s a pretty critical point to acknowledge during your survey,”
Stearns said.
You will break tile. Everybody does. “It
happens on every project that I’m aware of and it’s important that you fix that
material as you go, or certainly before you finish,” Stearns said. “Damaged
tiles should be replaced before installing a PV system and during the
installation.” Solar mounting solutions that replace a tile with a flashing are
a great way to move forward.
Consider installation longevity. One way to
install solar involves boring a hole for mounting posts through tiles. The tile
is placed over the flashing and post, leaving a gap between post and tile.
Somehow an installer has to make sure the area around the post remains
watertight. In the Southwest, caulking and adhesives won’t last the life of an
array. “Any time your solution is ‘somehow or another,’ it should really lead
to the question: Is this a 25-year application?” Stearns said. Tile hooks
should be evaluated for strength.
QUESTIONS ABOUT REROOFING
When you want to replace your old roof you
want to do it with a reliable and durable roofing system for a long term
solution. Furthermore, you want to choose from different designs and styles
which will fit to your house. Regarding the installation the aim of every
homeowner is to have the roof replaced quickly, inexpensively and with as little
fuss as possible
WHAT IS THE NORMAL PROCEDURE OF A REROOFING
PROJECT?
Erect scaffolding and roof-edge safety
measures
Remove old roofing material and dispose of
off-site
Check the roof sub-structure, prepare
surface and install new roofing battens if necessary
Install new roof complete with all hips,
ridges, flashings etc (usually about a day)
Clean up around your garden and perform
final inspection of new roof
WHAT SHOULD I KNOW BEFORE CHOOSING A NEW
ROOF?
As the saying goes a dog is for life, not
just for Christmas. Neither is a roof. Choosing a roof is a long term decision.
Think about what will be in keeping with the architecture of the whole house.
Fashions come and go; your roof will probably be around for decades.
The location of your home is an important
factor. If you are near the coast or in an area known for high wind or extreme
weather with a lot of snow, you should look for a roofing system that will help
minimize potential problems with corrosion, leaks or system failure. We happen
to know one extreme weather resistant roofing system;)
More seriously, roofing is a specialist,
stand-alone trade. It’s not a job for a general builder or a DIY guru. Make
sure you don’t give this job to a friend who claims to be a jack of all trades.
Roof quotations can be complex and
deceptive. Make sure yours include all costs – such as building paper, roof
battens, labor cost and other roof-related materials – so you can compare ‘like
with like’.
Investigate your options before you decide.
The first step is research – on the web, on foot, over the phone and in
conversations with other homeowners. This section – Learn About Roofs – is
designed to help with your roofing system research, so that you can make a
decision you’ll be happy to live with for decades to come.
HOW CAN I FIND A QUALIFIED ROOFING
INSTALLER FOR ASSESSING MY ROOF?
Let’s face it, a reroofing project is a
‘grudge purchase’. When you do decide you have to replace yours, you want to do
it quickly, inexpensively and with as little fuss as possible
Let’s face it, a reroofing project is a ‘grudge purchase’. When you do decide you have to replace yours, you want to do it quickly, inexpensively and with as little fuss as possible