Out of all the roofing materials you can use, ceramic tile is by far the nicest looking. Unfortunately, it's also very easily damaged and requires quite a bit of upkeep. For many homeowners however, this is a price they're willing to pay, given that the final product is so beautiful. If you've got a ceramic roof that needs a little attention, we'll show you how to save money by fixing it yourself.
Before you get started, you're going to need some tools. You'll need:
- a ladder that is tall (and safe) enough to reach your roof
- replacement
- tiles
- silicone
- caulk
- gloves
- measuring tape
It's actually quite easy to fix these tiles, but you're going to need to remember that your safety comes first before getting up on your own roof. If you have never gotten up there before, you may want to consider hiring a professional. However, if heights don't bother you and your roof doesn't have a funny pitch, you should be safe. Many people prefer to use a tethering system that will catch them if they slip. This is available at most hardware stores and is well worth the money.
Now, you're ready to get started. You're going to need your replacement tiles and they may be quite heavy. If you've got quite a few that need to be replaced, it's best to take them up in small batches rather than risk breaking some on the way up. Sure, it takes a bit longer and making 100 trips can be frustrating, but it's better than having to run out and find more tile. Whenever you get a new ceramic tile roof, we always recommend keeping a few replacement tiles around the house. You'll have the exact brand and color if you need to get more and it's a lot easier when you have them all ready to go.
Once you have your replacement tiles up on the roof, you're ready to get started. First, remove the old and broken tiles. You'll notice that on the back of each tile, there should be a copper wire hanger. By far, ceramic tiles are the easiest to replace, which is a good thing considering how easily they are damaged. Most roofers prefer to work with a wire that is bent into either a "Z" or an "L" to ensure that it will hang properly.
Remove that old tile and place it aside. Get your new tile and make sure that the wire is properly shaped. If your tile doesn't have copper wire hangers, you can buy some new wires to attach to the back. Take your silicone and place one bead between the hanger and the tile to make sure it will stick. You can also add caulk if you need a little more rigidity.
Slide the tile into place on the roof, catching the hanger so that it will remain attached to the other tiles. Repeat the same process with any other broken tiles and you're done!
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Originally posted 2008-11-15 04:14:42. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
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