Should I Repair or Replace My Tile Roof After Monsoon Damage?
In most cases, a Tucson tile roof can be repaired after monsoon damage if the underlayment is still intact and the cracked or displaced tiles are limited to a small area. Replacement becomes the better call when the underlayment has failed in multiple places, the roof is already near the end of its lifespan, or […]
Why Is My Tile Roof Leaking If the Tiles Aren’t Broken?
I get this call a few times a month, usually right after a monsoon: “Ivan, I just had my roof inspected last year, none of my tiles are cracked, but I’ve got a water stain spreading across my ceiling. What’s going on?” And every single time, the answer is the same. Your tiles were never […]
Why Do So Many Tucson Homes Have Tile Roofs?
Drive through Civano, Sam Hughes, or the foothills neighborhoods off Skyline Drive and you’ll notice something: tile roofs, everywhere. Barrel tile, flat tile, S-tile — in terracotta, sand, and weathered gray. It’s not just an aesthetic choice. In Tucson, tile roofing is one of the most practical decisions a homeowner can make, and there are […]
Preparing Tile Roofs for Tucson’s Summer Heatwaves
Tucson’s summer heatwaves push tile roofs to their limits, with temperatures often exceeding 100°F for weeks. As one of only two GAF Master Elite contractors in Arizona, we at Kino Roofing LLC in Tucson, AZ, have seen how extreme heat causes tiles to crack and deteriorate faster without proper care. Regular Tucson tile roof maintenance […]