This was a tile roof replacement we completed for a client in Margate. The Villa 900, a low barrel double roll cement roof tile by Westlake Royal Roofing Solutions, met the HOA requirements and the homeowner’s budget.
Their existing tile roof had lost its color over the years, had many broken tiles and multiple leaks, causing ceiling stains inside the home. The leaks had rotted the wood decking underneath requiring over 100 sq ft of it to be replaced.
After removing the existing roof tiles and replacing the rotted wood, we laid down Polyanchor mechanically fastened with tin-cap, followed by the Polystick TU Plus.
Once delivered, we installed the new roof tiles and passed our final inspection.
Old roof with faded color and broken tilesRotted wood near pool screen to be replacedNew wood near pool screenRotted wood on right side to be replacedRotted wood on right side to be replacedRotted wood near entrance to be replacedNew wood near entranceRotted decking near front to be replacedNew decking near frontPolyanchor installed and Polystick in-progress ready for inspectionPolystick completely installedNew Villa 900 roof tile delivered and awaiting installationNew Villa 900 roof tile delivered and awaiting installationFront view of Villa 900 installedFront view of Villa 900 installedDrone view of installed double roll roof tileDrone view of installed roof tile over garageDrone view of installed roof tile over garageInstalled Villa 900 from right side of home
This roof project was part of a new construction residence in the northern area of Miami-Dade County. The job required 1,400 sq. ft of new roof decking, #30 felt roofing paper and dimensional asphalt shingles. A dark grey shingle, Charcoal by GAF®, was installed to match the modern monochromatic color scheme of the homes exterior.
The owners of this Coral Gables home had extended the life of their previous roof with a white sealant, but now it was time for a complete roof replacement. The homeowners chose a flat concrete roof tile in grey with light streaks, called Silverado by Crown®. Crown® manufacturers one of the few concrete roof tiles permitted by the by-laws of Coral Gables. The City of Coral Gables has very strict by-laws regarding exterior modifications, including roof replacement.
This 4,600 sq. ft. roof installation was part of a new residential construction project in west Miami-Dade. The homeowners chose a flat concrete roof tile with blended tones of brown and a hint of orange.
The roof tile installed was manufactured by Crown® and is from their textured line of flat concrete roof tiles, Windsor Shake. These are textured roof tiles made to mimic weathered wooden shingles. The clean lines of the flat roof tile combined with the rustic look of the vertical texture streaks give this home a modern yet traditional feel.
A brown drip edge was installed along with brown gutters and downspouts, making the roof “pop” against the light colored walls.
These are before and after photos of a home in Miami-Dade. The homeowners wanted to complete their exterior remodeling plans with a new white metal roof by Rausa Builders. A great match with their new exterior color scheme and metal fence.
Roof Type:
Standing Seam / Galvalume
Galvalume Color/Model:
Stone White
City/Municipality:
Miami-Dade
Before photo of home prior to white metal roof upgrade
After photo of home with white metal roof installed
Before & after photo of a new flat roof installed in Westchester. The homeowners chose a dark charcoal roof tile to match the new modern exterior color-scheme of their home.
Before photo of a Westchester home prior to roof tile replacement
After photo of a home with new charcoal flat roof tiles installed
Above are photos of a recently completed 3-tab shingle roof in Miami. The new charcoal shingles were the first step in the homeowners goal of giving their home a new modern look. Up next… exterior paint!
The owners of this South Miami home contacted Rausa Builders Corp for their tile roof replacement needs. Their existing flat tile roof had gone through several patch jobs and the time had come for a complete roof replacement. We installed the Bel Air Light Gray Range flat cement roof tile which features various light gray tones creating a beautiful blend of grays.
Below are before & after photos of this roof replacement project.
The homeowners of the Westchester home below had extended the life of their flat tile roof with a sealant, but eventually contacted us for a complete roof replacement of their tile and flat roof.
Original Flat Tile Roof & Flat Roof prior to removal
Original Flat Tile Roof & Flat Roof prior to removal
Flat Tile removal process
Flat Tile removal process
Flat Tile removal process
Rotted decking replaced with new wood
Rotted decking replaced with new wood
30 Felt Roof paper installation with Tin Cap
Polystick installation on sloped roof before tile
Fiber installation on flat roof area prior to Cap Sheet
Polystick installation on sloped roof areas prior to tile installation
Polystick installation on sloped roof areas prior to tile installation
After photo of installed Floridian Blend Eagle Flat Tile Roof in Westchester
After photo of installed Floridian Blend Eagle Flat Tile Roof in Westchester
After photo of installed Floridian Blend Eagle Flat Tile Roof in Westchester
After photo of installed Floridian Blend Eagle Flat Tile Roof in Westchester
After photo of installed Floridian Blend Eagle Flat Tile Roof in Westchester
The gallery below shows the existing 3-tab shingle and a flat roof over the patio. The 3-tab shingle was being upgraded to a GAF Timberline HD Birchwood Architectural Shingle and the rear patio had all the tongue & groove decking replaced along with a new BUR Flat Roof.
Worn shingle roof before removal/replacement
Worn shingle roof before removal/replacement
Worn shingle roof before removal/replacement
Architectural Shingle being installed
New Tongue & Grove roof being installed at terrace
New Tongue & Groove installed over rear terrace
Finished Tongue & Groove Flat Roof at rear terrace
Finished Tongue & Groove Flat Roof at rear terrace
Finished Birchwood Architectural GAF Timberline Shingle Roof
Finished Tongue & Groove Flat Roof at rear terrace
Finished Birchwood Architectural GAF Timberline Shingle Roof
Traditional and classy best describe the Verea® clay roof tile picked by the homeowners of this two story residence in Kendale Lakes. The roof tile color installed was Red (a.k.a. terracotta) and the style is Spanish-S Tile. These clay roof tiles are imported and more delicate to install, therefore making them more expensive than a concrete tile roof, but the end result speaks for itself.
Below are photos of the roof replacement process for this project.
Removal of old roof coveringRoof after tin-cap installation.Roof after tin-cap installation.Installed new clay tile roof in Kendale Lakes.After photo of new clay tile roof installed.After photo of new clay tile roof installed.After photo of new clay tile roof installed.
When replacing your tile roof, you should first choose whether to install a clay or concrete roof tile. Some HOA communities may require one over the other, but if the choice is yours, then here’s a breakdown of each.
Clay Roof Tiles: Pros & Cons
Clay roof tiles are delicate, but offer a very smooth and non-porous finish. The downside of such a delicate material is its fragility during installation. They traditionally come in terracotta, but are available in a limited variety of colors and blends.
As for durability, clay tiles are thinner, lighter and more fragile than concrete roof tiles. Clay vs. clay, a flat clay roof tile will be more resistant to cracking than a curved clay tile during maintenance. Clay roof tiles are also imported, making them more expensive.
Pros:
Traditional & time-tested
Smooth & non-porous finish
Cons:
Imported/More expensive
Limited colors/blends
Concrete Roof Tiles: Pros & Cons
Concrete roof tiles are manufactured domestically, many in the State of Florida. They are more economical and durable than clay tiles, but that durability does come with extra weight on your roof’s trusses. They also have a porous finish, requiring regular maintenance to avoid mildew build-up.
The durability of concrete roof tiles does make them easier to handle during installation and less likely to crack during routine maintenance. The process of their manufacturing also allows for mixing in a wider variety of colors than their clay tile counterpart.
