Clay and Concrete Tile Roof Repair and Replacement in Mapleton, Utah

Clay and concrete tile can remain in service for many years because the tile withstands long-term sun, rain and snow well, but the waterproof layer underneath can wear out before the tile itself.

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

A tile roof should be evaluated when broken pieces, interior stains, loose ridge tile or repeated leaks begin to appear, because we need to separate visible tile damage from a larger underlayment problem.

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

Winter conditions can expose weak points in a tile roof in Mapleton because snow and ice hold moisture near valleys and transitions, making dependable underlayment and flashing especially important.

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

A tile roof combines the visible tile that sheds most rain and snow with waterproofing and metal details that protect the roof deck below.

• Clay tile: Clay tile is made from fired clay and provides a durable finished roof surface, but a sharp impact can still break an individual piece.
• Concrete tile: Concrete tile is a cement-based roofing product with substantial weight, so structural suitability should be confirmed before installation.
• Underlayment: Underlayment forms the waterproof layer between the tile and wooden roof deck, and an older roof may need new underlayment even when much of the tile can be reused.
• Battens and attachment: Some tile systems rest tile on battens that help keep each row aligned, and the fastening details should follow the requirements of the selected system.
• Flashing and valleys: Flashing moves concentrated runoff through valleys and past walls or roof openings, and the metal needs to work with the underlayment rather than rely on surface sealant alone.

Tile-roof work can range from repairing a small group of damaged pieces to completing a lift-and-relay underlayment replacement, so we separate isolated tile damage from broader underlayment failure.

• Broken tile replacement: When damage is limited to a few broken or slipped tiles, we change the damaged pieces individually, and replacement pieces are matched as closely as current materials allow.
• Flashing repair and replacement: When flashing fails around vents and roof openings, we replace or rebuild the damaged flashing, so the repair controls water above and below the tile.
• Valley repair: For a leaking or poorly draining valley, we open the affected area and check the metal and waterproofing below, so the repaired valley has a clear path toward the lower roof edge.
• Ridge and hip tile repair: When ridge or hip pieces crack or shift, we check the supporting detail before reinstalling the tile, and surrounding tile is checked for related damage.
• Lift-and-relay underlayment replacement: We lift intact tile and set it aside for the later relay, then inspect the roof deck and renew the waterproof layer underneath before the roof keeps suitable original tile over a renewed water barrier.
• Full tile roof replacement: Full replacement makes sense when widespread deterioration affects both the tile and the layers below, and the replacement is built from the roof deck upward.

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 replacing aging underlayment below the surface, which lets us identify hidden moisture or wood damage before the tile returns.

1. Lift and organize the tileWe remove intact pieces carefully, and unnecessary roof traffic is kept to a minimum.
2. Remove the old underlaymentAfter the tile is removed, we take up the old waterproof layer, so hidden moisture, wood damage and failed details can be identified.
3. Repair damaged woodIf we find moisture-damaged sections of the wooden roof deck, we document the condition and explain the replacement cost before covering the area with new underlayment.
4. Install new tile-compatible underlaymentWe install a new waterproof layer designed for clay or concrete tile and integrate the flashing and valley details into the same water-control layer.
5. Relay the tileAfter the waterproofing is complete, we return the saved tile to the roof, and keep unusable pieces out of the finished roof.

In Mapleton, Courtland Roofing provides broken-tile repair, flashing and valley work, lift-and-relay underlayment replacement and complete tile-roof replacement when the existing system cannot be reused.

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

Courtland Roofing has worked on tile roofs in every part of Mapleton, Utah (84664 and 84660), and we would be glad to look at yours. We give homeowners across the rest of Utah County the same service, including in Lehi, Pleasant Grove and Spanish Fork.

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 Mapleton.