Clay and Concrete Tile Roof Repair and Replacement in American Fork, Utah

Clay and concrete tile can remain in service for many years because clay and concrete do not rely on a surface layer of mineral granules, but the condition of the materials below matters just as much as the visible tile.

Median year built from the US Census American Community Survey; elevation from USGS.

A tile roof should be evaluated when individual tiles move, flashing fails, valleys hold debris or water reaches the home, because the surrounding roof needs to be checked before we decide how much work is necessary.

Wind can loosen or shift individual clay or concrete tiles in American Fork, especially near exposed roof edges, so secure attachment and prompt replacement of damaged pieces help keep the underlayment covered.

Tile valleys in American Fork carry concentrated runoff, so debris, broken pieces or damaged valley details can slow drainage and expose the underlayment to moisture.

Sun affects tile differently from asphalt shingles because clay and concrete do not depend on exposed mineral granules, while the waterproofing underneath can fail before the tile itself.

A tile roof combines an outer layer of clay or concrete tile with underlayment, battens and flashing that complete the roofing system.

• Clay tile: Clay tile is made from fired clay and can remain usable for many years, but a damaged piece can expose the waterproofing below.
• Concrete tile: Concrete tile is a heavier roofing option that comes in multiple shapes and finishes, so the system cannot be treated as a direct swap for lighter roofing on every home.
• Underlayment: Underlayment protects the roof deck when water reaches beneath the visible pieces, and we inspect it closely when water is reaching the materials below.
• Battens and attachment: Some tile systems use horizontal battens as part of the support system, and the installation method should fit the product rather than use a one-size-fits-all approach.
• Flashing and valleys: Flashing guides water away from joints where the tile surface changes direction, and the surrounding tile, underlayment and metal all matter during repair.

Tile-roof work can range from rebuilding one failed flashing detail to replacing worn underlayment while preserving reusable pieces, so we focus on what can be preserved and what needs rebuilding.

• Broken tile replacement: When damage is limited to isolated chips or cracks, we install replacement pieces where the damage occurred, and additional pieces are replaced only when the inspection shows damage.
• Flashing repair and replacement: When flashing fails around roof-to-wall transitions, we replace damaged flashing and inspect the surrounding materials, so the repaired transition works with the underlayment below.
• Valley repair: For a leaking or poorly draining valley, we remove debris and inspect the drainage path beneath the surrounding pieces, so water does not continue moving beneath the tile along the valley.
• Ridge and hip tile repair: When ridge or hip pieces move out of position, we secure the joint and reinstall reusable pieces, and the material beneath the cap tile is checked at the same time.
• Lift-and-relay underlayment replacement: We remove suitable original pieces without unnecessary handling, then renew the underlayment and address damaged flashing below before the finished roof combines renewed waterproofing with reusable tile.
• Full tile roof replacement: Full replacement makes sense when repair or lift-and-relay work would not provide a dependable result, and the finished roof does not depend on deteriorated components from the old system.

Which of these your roof needs comes out of the inspection. The tiles usually outlive everything else up there, so we would rather relay yours than sell you new ones.

For the full picture of the service, see Clay & Concrete Tile Roofing.

Lift-and-relay underlayment replacement preserves reusable tile while rebuilding the hidden waterproofing and flashing, which lets us rebuild water-control details that contributed to the leak.

1. Lift and organize the tileWe take up tile that can be saved, and the saved material remains protected until waterproofing is complete.
2. Remove the old underlaymentAfter the tile is removed, we strip deteriorated underlayment from the roof deck, so sound material can be separated from areas that need repair.
3. Repair damaged woodIf we find roof-deck areas that are no longer sound, we show you the exposed damage and explain the added work before the work proceeds to the waterproofing step.
4. Install new tile-compatible underlaymentWe install new underlayment suited to the tile roofing system and complete roof-joint details before reinstallation begins.
5. Relay the tileAfter the waterproofing is complete, we relay the preserved clay or concrete pieces, and confirm the rebuilt section is properly covered and secure.

Courtland Roofing works on clay and concrete tile roofs throughout American Fork, from individual broken-tile repairs to broader underlayment replacement and complete reroofing when needed.

Certified installer for GAF, CertainTeed and Owens Corning, family-owned, licensed & insured.

Courtland Roofing has worked on tile roofs in every part of American Fork, Utah (84003), including the streets around American Fork Canyon and Timpanogos Cave. We give homeowners across the rest of Utah County the same service, including in Mapleton, Salem and Santaquin.

If you do not see your ZIP code listed, call or text us. We can confirm whether we provide clay and concrete tile roofing at your address in American Fork.