The ultimate waterproofing for roof tiles

Waterproofing for roof tiles

The ultimate waterproofing for roof tiles

Do you have a pesky roof leak on your tiled roof and ask yourself “Can roof tiles be waterproofed”? The good news is that not only can they be waterproofed but we have a permanent solution to waterproof any tiled roof. Read on for the solution!

Causes of roof leaks on tiled roofs

During our roof inspections, we find that the most common roof leaks on tiled roofs originate from the following:

  1. Faulty roof tile installation
  2. Brittle, cracked or broken tiles
  3. Worn membrane flashing
  4. Low pitch roofs
  5. Worn out under tile PVC membrane
  6. Deteriorated ridge tile grout

The above deficiencies cause roof leaks and a lot of frustration to property owners. We often find that they complain that the roof was previously waterproofed just to discover that the problem is still not solved.

So how does one solve this pesky and recurring roof leak problem? Is there an ultimate waterproofing for roof tiles? Especially one that will last and prevent continuous damage to ceilings, walls, and furniture?

What is the best waterproofing for roof tiles?

We have for years been in the business of repairing, waterproofing, and painting all sorts of roofs, which includes tiled roofs. As a result, we have developed an ultimate waterproofing system for roof tiles. This involves the following process:

  1. Upon arrival at the site, the Roof Buddies technician inspects the outer surface of the tiled roof. Broken tiles, worn-out ridge mortar joints, grouting, worn-out membrane flashing, blocked valleys, and wall flashings are identified.
  2. The technician then inspects the roof cavity area for signs of worn out and disintegrated under-tile PVC membrane, rotten battens, and beams. After this, a detailed quotation with options is presented to the customer.
  3. When the property owner accepts the roof quotation of choice, Roof Buddies makes an appointment for the work to commence.
  4. When the work commences the preparation of the roof surface starts. This phase is key to ensuring lasting roof repairs and ensuring a watertight tiled roof in the end. The roof surface is thoroughly cleaned using a high-pressure washer. Care is taken to ensure no access water enters the roof cavity.
  5. Following the cleaning process, all existing worn-out membranes are removed. Ridge tile mortar joints are repaired, and valley tiles are cut to ensure a proper shute is formed for each valley. Lastly, all broken tiles are replaced. Where tiles are no longer in fashion and cannot be procured, we repair the cracked tiles with polyurethane membrane and EDPM rubberized emulsion.
  6. Once the repairs are completed we coat the ridges with two coats of EDPM rubberized emulsion. Where valleys were cut open we install a polyurethane membrane rubber lining to prevent rainwater from overflowing into the roof cavity.
  7. Lastly, and as a final step, we coat the entire roof area with two coats of EDPM rubberized emulsion.

Free roof inspection and a detailed quotation

Do you want to know more about waterproofing for roof tiles? Contact us at Roof Buddies for a free inspection and quotation.

We provide quality roof repairs, waterproofing of roofs, and roof painting that complies with SANS standards.

Sincerely,

Peter

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