Roofing Guide

Tile Roofing, classic South Florida.

Concrete and clay tile (barrel, flat, and everything between) installed over an NOA-approved underlayment to last 50 years or more.

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South Florida home with a terracotta tile roof, palm trees, and a curved driveway
HVHZ-rated
Miami-Dade NOA verified
StylesBarrel, flat & more
Lifespan40–50+ years
Weight9–12 lbs per sq ft (concrete)
Ideal forMediterranean & Spanish homes
Tile roof: barrel tiles set in foam or mortar over underlayment and deck BARREL TILE Tiles set in foam or mortar over an NOA-approved underlayment

How it's installed

Beautiful on top, engineered underneath.

  1. 1

    Structural assessment. Tile is heavy, so we check the frame before specifying a tile roof. Older homes may need reinforcement.

  2. 2

    NOA-approved underlayment. The underlayment is the real water barrier; the tile sheds rain and shields it from the sun.

  3. 3

    Set to HVHZ rules. Tiles are foam- or mortar-set with hurricane clips where required, exactly per the approved system.

The good stuff

Why homeowners love tile

Timeless curb appeal

Tile is the historic South Florida roof and the first choice in Coral Gables, Miami Beach, and Cutler Bay.

Naturally cooler

Tile's thermal mass slows heat moving into the attic during long Florida summers.

Long service life

A properly installed tile system can last 50 years or more.

South Florida neighborhood of homes with tile roofs and palm trees
In neighborhoods where architecture matters as much as performance, tile is still the roof that looks like home.

Where it shines

Perfect for

Mediterranean homesSpanish-style homesHistoric neighborhoodsHOA communitiesLong-term ownersReplacing an existing tile roof

Tile roof replacement covers the tear-off and reinstallation of concrete, clay, barrel, and flat tile systems, including structural reinforcement assessment, NOA-approved underlayment, and hurricane clip installation.

Choosing

Tile or shingle?

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Tile

  • 40–50+ year lifespan
  • Heavier: frame check needed
  • Classic Mediterranean look
  • Harder to match on repairs

Shingle

  • 25–35 year lifespan
  • Lighter and easier to repair
  • Lower upfront cost
  • More colors and profiles
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Questions

Good questions, straight answers.

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A properly installed concrete or clay tile system with an NOA-approved underlayment can last 50 years or more. The underlayment beneath the tile usually determines when the roof needs attention.

Concrete tile weighs roughly 9 to 12 pounds per square foot, two to four times more than shingles. If you're switching to tile, we assess the frame first, and older homes may need reinforcement.

Yes. We replace cracked or slipped tiles with a matching profile, set correctly in foam or mortar, so the water channel stays intact.

Both are proven in South Florida. Concrete tile is the most common and cost-effective; clay offers rich, lasting color. We'll show you options that suit your home and HOA.

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Let's talk about your roof.

A Haven estimator inspects the roof surface and the deck underneath, confirms your wind zone, and gives you an honest recommendation with itemized pricing. No cost, no pressure.

  • Permits and inspection handled for you
  • Dedicated, long-tenured install crews
  • Financing available
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General information based on current Florida Building Code requirements and Haven's field experience. Product approvals, sizes, costs, and timelines vary by home and municipality. Your free estimate confirms the details for your project. Verify any contractor's license at myfloridalicense.com.