Tile roofs are good insulators. The combined effect of the roof tiles, decking and the air space between the tiles allows for better air circulation and thereby reduces direct heat transfer. This results in lower air conditioning costs in the summer and decreases the formation of ice dams in the winter. BACK TO TOP

With ThermaPureHeat® there is rarely any need to walk on the rooftop, effectively eliminating roof/tile damage caused when fumigating.

A MonierLifetile Sales Representative can provide you with information on installed roofs in your area.

Hanson dedicates itself to providing not only the best quality tile, but also unparalleled service and personalized attention. With more than 50 years in the industry, Hanson Roof Tile is the only name customers need for concrete roof tile and the exceptional people who stand behind it. Colors, styles and formulas are continuously reevaluated to ensure they meet the demands of homeowners, builders, developers, roofers and architects.

Because tile is a unique product, it takes a craftsman to install a tile roof properly. Professional roofing contractors install over 96% of all tile roofs. A handy person may be able to lay field tile without much trouble, but installing underlayment, battens, flashings for valleys, chimneys, solar panels and skylights and cutting the tiles along hips and valleys are more complicated tasks. We recommend using an installation professional to properly install your tile roof.

There is not an asphalt shingle on the market that can match the superior aesthetics of Hanson concrete roof tile. The numerous styles, hundreds of colors and variety of finishes available with roof tile allow you and your designer to create a roof to suit virtually any architectural style or one that is entirely unique. Concrete roof tile has been used for centuries worldwide, and for good reason. Concrete is not only beautiful, but also extremely durable.

You can purchase roof tile from a distributor in your area. If you aren't familiar with local distribution, please contact a local MonierLifetile Sales Representative.

Answer. An experienced roofer who knows how to walk on the tile can do so without breaking the tiles in most cases, but there are some tiles that are very fragile and even a person with experience can still cause damage. For the typical homeowner, please stay off the tile roof.

The growing media, plants, and layers of trapped air in a green roof system serve as excellent sound insulators. Tests have shown that green roofs can reduce indoor sound by as much as 10 decibels for every 3 inches of growth media, providing particular benefit to buildings in noise impacted areas, such as those close to airports or industry.

Insulation can easily be incorporated beneath the GRP roof structure (in accordance with warm roof/cold roof situations). We create a breathing roof system which allows moisture vapour to vent at the edges without compromising the roof's overall integrity. Larger areas may require the inclusion of roof vents that are easily incorporated into the roof structure.

The National Association of Home Builders has found that the quality and style of the kitchen dramatically impacts the value of a home. Tile naturally enhances the appearance of your kitchen.

Most ceilings are installed between floors that are maintained at the same temperature - making insulation unnecessary. Basement recreation rooms are at least partly heated by heat flow through the ceiling from the heated space above. In that case, attempting to insulate the basement ceiling surface could actually reduce heat flow.

The R-value is the measure of the resistance of a material to heat flow (or heat gain) by conduction only. The k-value is the measure of thermal conductivity; it measures the rate of heat transfer by conduction through a material from face to face. ASTEC's thermal conductivity (k-value) is very low (0.00345 W/m °K or 0.00199 Btu/h ft °F). A very low k-value indicates a good conductive insulator.

If your commercial or residential building is being constructed to use shingles, the trusses being used may not support tile, and could need to be adjusted. Discuss your desire for a tile roof with your contractor to ensure the proper trusses and support system are being used. BACK TO TOP

Yes, although slurry coated tiles are not recommended in areas that have more than 30 freeze/thaw cycles per year (it is suggested that potential customers consult with their local building dept. for information on freeze/thaw cycles). Roofers must follow recommendations for installing tile for the weather conditions in a given area.

Answer. The tiles are not 100% waterproof, the underlayment (felt) is what keeps the roof in a water tight condition. With the home settling, ground movement and heavy wind, the tile can shift and slip down exposing the underpayment to the sun and the weather. Then the tile running up the side of the home can loosen and fall.

The minimum slope is 3:12 (17*). At less than a 3:12 slope, the roof tile is decorative only and must be installed over a sealed roof deck with provisions for drainage under the tile.

Yes, but be careful. Any sloped surface can be dangerous to walk on and may be slippery. If you are going be on your roof to wash windows or hang holiday lights, stay on the lower third of each tile where your weight is transferred straight onto the roof deck. Avoid stepping on the cut tiles on the hips or valleys and the thin area where the tiles interlock side to side.

The roof tile is as inert as common concrete sidewalks or driveways. Beside dust and normal airborne debris, the rainwater from a tile roof can go into a cistern without any problems.

Absolutely not. We do not employ salespeople in any in any event. A trained surveyor will do the roof survey and a written quotation for the work needed will be posted. A survey on most domestic properties can be completed within 20 minutes.

Every component of the roof (i.e.: GI sheet, concrete, insulation, air space, sheetrock/gypsum, acoustical tiles, etc.) has a given R-value based on its thickness. Basic HVAC data reference books will provide the R-value or the K-value for most construction materials. If you do not have any reference books, we will be happy to tell you the R-value of materials you are considering.

Steel roofing makes economic sense and adds to the value of your home. Your roof's long life, durability, low maintenance requirements, and lasting aesthetic appeal will all be strong selling points. Prospective buyers will take notice of this feature when the time comes for you to sell.

Answer: The board has an R-value of 4.3 but the increased insulation value of the wall can’t be determined.

ASTEC is always applied with a dry film thickness (dft) between 12 mils (305 microns) and 15 mils (382 microns). Any additional thickness will be wasted because the principle of solar radiation control has nothing to do with thickness but everything to do with solar reflectivity and thermal emissivity.

Superior Walls offers two wall systems. The original R5 wall is built with a continuous layer of 1" Styrofoam and has an R-value of 5. The Xi wall system is built with a continuous layer of 2.5" Styrofoam, resulting in an R-value of 12.5. Additional insulation can be added between the studs for a total of R-24. [top]

quot;R" stands for resistance to heat flow. The higher the R-value, the greater the insulating power. Insulation is identified and labeled by R-value. Manufacturers of insulation products print R-values of their products either on the bags or on the labels. In most cases, R-values are also printed on the facings of fiber glass batts and rolls.

R-value is derived from a controlled laboratory test of insulation’s resistance to conductive heat flow. BioBased 501 has an R-value of 3.83/inch.

Heritage has a standard R-20 wall insulation value. Heritage standard attic value is R-40. You may choose to Super Insulate your new home by increasing the walls to R-25 and the attic to R-50.

R-Value is a rating of the material resistance to thermal penetration. The higher the number, the better the protection value. Many circumstances change the R-Value rating.

This depends on a number of factors like the sub-floor type and insulation: a cement sub-floor will be slow to warm without a thermal barrier, creating a significant drag on the performance of the floor. A layer of high quality insulation will have a dramatic effect in these circumstances, speeding up the initial warm up times to within 15-20 minutes.