What decides the cost of a tile roof job
Size of the roof
Measured in squares, one square being 100 square feet.
Slope and shape
Steep slopes, hips, valleys and towers take more crew time.
Tile type and breakage
How many pieces break on lifting, and what replacement tile costs.
The deck underneath
Found after the tile is up, which is why your contract states a per-sheet price.
Underlayment system
The product you choose and what its maker requires.
Flashing, vents and curbs
Every wall, pipe and vent is a detail to be done again.
Access
How tile gets to the roof, and whether a lift is needed.
Permit and inspections
What the county requires for the work, and who pays the fee.
Season and schedule
Early summer is busy, and weather moves the start date.
What your written estimate includes, and what is priced separately
| Priced separately | In the estimate | |
|---|---|---|
| Tile | Priced separatelyTile beyond the count in the estimate, at the unit price on it | In the estimateLifting, stacking and relaying sound tile, and replacement tile in the quantity stated |
| Deck | Priced separatelyDeck repair, per sheet, at the price in your contract | In the estimateA deck inspection after the tile is up |
| Underlayment and flashing | Priced separatelyRafter, fascia or soffit repair | In the estimateThe underlayment system, flashing and drip edge |
| Permit and cleanup | Priced separatelyAssociation or HOA fees | In the estimateThe permit we pull, daily cleanup and haul-away |
| Paperwork | Priced separatelyCode upgrades an inspector requires | In the estimateA written scope, warranty terms and a payment schedule |
| Extras | Priced separatelyGutters, skylights, solar removal and reset, interior repairs from old leaks | In the estimateNothing hidden: extras are listed as options |
The visit, step by step
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Step 1: You book, and send photos if you can
A text with a photo or two tells us what to bring.
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Step 2: A walk around the house
We look at the roof edge, gutters and walls from the ground.
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Step 3: Photos from the roof or the air
Every slope, ridge, hip and valley, with the date on each photo.
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Step 4: The attic, if we can reach it
Stains, daylight and soft wood show from underneath.
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Step 5: Measurements
The roof is measured and its details counted.
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Step 6: We show you the photos
Repair or relay, explained against what the pictures show.
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Step 7: A written estimate, with options
The scope, what it includes, what it does not and how long it stands.
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Step 8: A follow-up
We call or text once, and then leave the decision to you.
About estimates
Does the visit cost anything?
The first visit, to look at the roof and write your estimate, has no charge and no obligation. It covers the walk-around, photos and a written estimate, and does not include repairs. The yearly photo report is the roof care plan.
When do I get the number?
After the visit, in writing. The day depends on the roof and our schedule, and the estimate says how long it stands.
Can I share the estimate with someone else?
Yes. It is itemized so your insurer, your association or another roofer can read it line by line.
Ready for your own estimate?
Request an inspection and we set a time by text or phone.