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Tile roof replacement Florence KY done right the first time
Tile roof replacement Florence KY is what we do when cracked, slipped, or storm-battered tile stops protecting your home. We tear off the old field, inspect the deck, and set new clay or concrete tile over ice and water shield so your roof sheds water for decades. Homeowners in Boone County call us after hail, after a leak shows up in the attic, or when a 25-year-old tile roof finally gives out.
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What's included
What is included in tile roof replacement
Every tile roof replacement Florence KY job we run includes the full tear-off, deck inspection, new underlayment, new flashing, and new tile. Here is what is covered and what we quote separately so you know exactly what you are paying for.
Full tear-off and disposal
We remove the old tile, underlayment, and flashing down to the deck, then haul everything off in dumpsters. Landscaping gets tarped, and we run magnetic sweeps daily. Disposal fees are included in the quoted price, not tacked on later.
Deck inspection and repair
Every board gets checked for rot, sagging, and soft spots. We replace damaged sheathing and re-nail loose sections before anything new goes down. If we find more rot than expected, we photograph it and get your approval before adding cost.
New underlayment and ice shield
Synthetic underlayment covers the full field, and ice and water shield runs along eaves, valleys, and penetrations. This is the layer that actually keeps water out, and it is where cheap roofers cut corners. We do not.
Flashing and ventilation
Chimney flashing, sidewall flashing, step flashing, and valley metal all get rebuilt with new material. Ridge vents and intake vents get sized to your attic so heat and moisture escape instead of cooking the deck from underneath.
New clay or concrete tile
We install the tile profile you choose, set on battens or direct-nail per manufacturer spec. Hips and ridges get cut with a wet saw for clean lines. Fasteners are corrosion-resistant and matched to the tile system.
Final cleanup and warranty
We sweep the yard, photograph the finished roof, and walk you through the work. You get manufacturer warranty paperwork and our written workmanship warranty. If something looks wrong in the first year, we come back at no charge.
Service overview
What tile roof replacement Florence KY actually involves
Tile roof replacement Florence KY is the full removal and rebuild of a tile roof system, not a patch job. We strip the old clay or concrete tiles, pull the underlayment, and inspect the decking for rot, sagging, or soft spots before anything new goes down. Then we install synthetic underlayment and ice and water shield along the eaves and valleys, reset flashing at chimneys and sidewalls, and lay new tile on battens or direct-nail, depending on the profile. Ridge vents and proper intake keep the attic breathing so heat and moisture do not cook the deck from underneath.
Most Florence homeowners call us for one of three reasons: hail or wind knocked tiles loose, a ceiling stain showed up after a hard rain, or the roof hit the end of its service life. Tile roofs here take a beating from freeze-thaw cycles, summer storms, and the moss and algae that grow on north-facing slopes. If you have been searching tile roof replacement in Florence KY near me, we run free inspections across 41042 and the surrounding Boone County neighborhoods and tell you straight whether you need a full replacement or a targeted repair.
How we workWe verify the cause, compare realistic options, and confirm the repair before we leave.
The service timeline
How our tile roof replacement process runs
The process flexes to the condition, but these checkpoints keep decisions clear.
Inspection
We walk the roof, check the attic, and run a moisture meter and infrared camera on suspect areas. You get photos of every problem and a written scope the same day. Most inspections take 45 to 90 minutes depending on roof size and pitch.
Tear-off
Crews remove the old tile, underlayment, and flashing down to the deck. We tarp landscaping, run magnetic sweeps for nails, and haul debris off in dumpsters. A typical 2,000-square-foot tile roof takes two to four days to strip and dry in.
Deck and underlayment
We replace rotten sheathing, re-nail loose boards, then roll synthetic underlayment and ice and water shield at the eaves and valleys. Flashing at chimneys, sidewalls, and skylights gets rebuilt with new metal. This stage is where a roof either lasts or fails.
Tile installation
New clay or concrete tiles go down on battens or direct-nail per the manufacturer spec. We cut hips and ridges with a wet saw, set ridge vents, and chalk-line every course so lines stay straight across the whole plane. Most installs run three to six days.
Final walkthrough
We sweep the yard again, photograph the finished roof, and walk you through the work. You get warranty paperwork and a maintenance sheet. If anything looks off in the first year, we come back at no charge.
Tools & methods
Tools and methods we use on tile roofs
Purpose-built equipment, used by trained technicians, so the job is done accurately the first time.
Moisture meter and infrared camera
We use both on every inspection to find hidden leaks and wet decking behind the tile. The infrared camera shows temperature differences that reveal moisture without tearing the roof apart.
Roofing nail gun and roofing hammer
Fastening underlayment, battens, and tile. We set nails to manufacturer spec so they hold through decades of freeze-thaw cycles without backing out.
Chalk line and utility knife
Chalk lines keep every course of tile straight across the plane. The utility knife cuts underlayment and ice shield clean at valleys and penetrations.
Tin snips and flashing brake
We cut and bend custom flashing on site for chimneys, sidewalls, and valleys. Pre-bent pieces rarely fit older Florence homes, so we fabricate to the actual dimensions.
Roofing ladder and safety harness
Steep tile roofs require proper access and fall protection. Every crew member is harnessed and tied off, and we set ladders on stable ground with standoff stabilizers.
Shingle remover and magnetic sweeper
The shingle remover strips old underlayment fast without damaging the deck. The magnetic sweeper picks up nails from the yard at the end of every workday.
Use cases
When Florence homeowners call us for tile work
These examples show how the service framework adapts rather than forcing every call through one repair.
Leaking chimney on a Historic District clay roof
A 1920s home had original clay tile slipping around the chimney and water staining the plaster ceiling below. Three contractors quoted a full replacement, but the deck was sound except for two boards. → We rebuilt the chimney flashing, replaced the two rotted deck boards, reset the slipped tile, and replaced 30 cracked pieces with matching clay. The repair cost $3,400 instead of $38,000 for a full tear-off.
Full tear-off on a 28-year-old concrete tile roof
A home in Forest Hills had a 28-year-old concrete tile roof with failing underlayment, three active leaks, and moss across the north slope. The tile was still good but the underlayment had reached the end of its life. → We tore off the old system, replaced 14 rotted deck boards, installed new underlayment and ice shield, and reinstalled the existing tile after cleaning. Total cost was $22,000, well under a full tile replacement.
Problems we solve
Tile roof problems we solve in Florence
Tile roofs fail in predictable ways, and most of them start under the tile where you cannot see. Here is what we find most often on Florence homes and how we fix it.
Cracked and slipped tile after hail or wind
We inspect after every major storm, replace cracked pieces, and reset slipped tile with new fasteners. If more than 20 percent of the field is compromised, we quote a full tile roof replacement Florence KY and show you why a patch will not hold.
Leaks at chimneys and sidewalls
We rebuild chimney and sidewall flashing with new metal, add ice and water shield at the transition, and hose-test the area before closing it up. Most flashing repairs run $600 to $1,800 depending on access and how much decking needs replacing.
Moss, algae, and ponding on north slopes
We clean moss, treat the roof, and correct drainage on low-slope sections. If the underlayment is already compromised, we fold the repair into a tile roof replacement Florence KY scope so you are not paying twice.
Sagging roof and soft decking
We open the roof, inspect the framing, and replace rotted sheathing before installing new tile. If the structure needs reinforcement, we bring in a framing crew and coordinate the work so the roof goes back on a solid base.
How much does tile roof replacement cost in Florence KY?
Most tile roof replacements in Florence run $18,000 to $45,000 depending on roof size, tile type, and how much decking needs replacing. Clay tile sits at the higher end, concrete tile in the middle. Steep pitches, multiple chimneys, and complex valleys add labor. We give you a written number after the inspection, and it does not change unless we find hidden rot.
How long does tile roof replacement take in Florence Kentucky?
A typical Florence home takes one to two weeks from tear-off to final walkthrough. Tear-off and dry-in run two to four days, deck and underlayment work one to two days, and tile installation three to six days. Larger roofs, steep pitches, and weather delays push it longer. We give you a schedule up front and update you daily.
Are tile roofs good for Florence KY weather?
Yes. Clay and concrete tile handle the freeze-thaw cycles, hail, and summer storms that hit Boone County better than asphalt. The tile itself lasts 50 years or more. What fails first is the underlayment and flashing, which is why we replace both during a tear-off and add ice and water shield at the eaves.
Can you replace tile roof without removing old tiles in Florence KY?
You can, and sometimes we do. A tile-over-tile job skips the tear-off and saves $3,000 to $6,000 on a typical Florence home. But it only works if the deck is sound, the existing battens are solid, and the roof structure can carry the extra weight. We inspect first and tell you honestly which route makes sense.
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