If you’ve been living in Mpumalanga for the past four days, you probably received a lot of rainfall. So, if you are a homeowner, then it is important for you to know what damage a heavy rainfall may have caused to your roof. Here are the most common problems that a homeowner may witness after heavy rainfall. Cracked Tiles If …
What is the average lifespan of a concrete tile?
The life expectancy of roof tiles made from concrete should be a minimum of 60 years. The underlay will have a shorter lifespan which typically lasts for a 40 year period. Of course, this is based on average conditions. There are a number of factors that could contribute to the lifespan of concrete roof tiles. Some of these factors are: …
Roof tiles – Where did it all begin?
Today the Modern Roof tile is made of Concrete, plastic and some even still clay but where did it all start? Fired roof tiles are found as early as 3000 BC in Lerna, Greece. The earliest finds of roof tiles in archaic Greece are documented from a very restricted area around Corinth, where fired tiles began to replace thatched roofs …
How to lay a concrete tile roof in mpumalanga
At Mpumalanga Roof tiles the Concrete tiles comes in a great many styles and colors. They can also come in different shapes to further customize the look of a roof. Today’s tiles are not hard to install. They are economical, low-maintenance and eco-friendly. Step One: Preparations It is important, when working on a roof, to keep safety in mind. A …