Tile Roofing in Houston, TX

Is Tile Roofing Right for Your Home?

Tile roofing holds up well against the long stretches of heat and sun Houston homes deal with, and clay and concrete tiles won’t burn. The city also averages close to 50 inches of rain a year, based on NOAA’s climate normals, so the waterproofing under the tile matters as much as the tile itself.

As part of our roofing services in Houston, we install tile from Boral and composite tile from Brava. The biggest question for most homes is weight. Traditional tile is several times heavier than asphalt shingles, so we confirm the framing can carry it before recommending it.

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713-364-0518

What Tile Roofing Costs in Houston

The tile roofs we install in the Houston area average around $20,000. Your price depends on the size and pitch of the roof, the type of tile, and how much work the structure underneath needs. A home switching from asphalt to traditional tile may need framing upgrades, while a home already built for tile usually doesn’t.

Underlayment, flashing, and tear-off of the old roof are all part of the total. We offer financing through Enhancify, including 0% APR promotional financing, APRs starting at 7.99%, terms from 1 to 12 years, and no-money-down options.

How We Install Tile Roofing on Houston Homes

Checking Whether the Framing Can Carry Tile

Concrete and clay tile weigh far more than asphalt shingles, so the structure comes first. If your home was originally built with a tile roof, the framing was designed for that load. If you’re converting from shingles, we look at the rafters and decking before we quote the job. When the framing can’t carry traditional tile, Brava’s composite tile is an option, since it’s much lighter and gives a similar look without structural changes.

Building the Waterproofing Layer Under the Tile

Tile sheds most of the rain, but the underlayment beneath it is what keeps water out of the attic. With the amount of rain Houston gets, we treat that layer as the most important part of the job. The underlayment usually wears out long before the tile does, and replacing it means lifting and resetting the tile. Choosing a durable underlayment and installing it carefully at valleys, walls, and penetrations saves you from that work later.

Fastening Tile for Gulf Coast Wind

Hurricane season runs from June through November, and tropical systems can push strong wind across the whole Houston area. Tile that’s loosely set can lift or slide when gusts hit it. We fasten every tile to the manufacturer’s specifications for the profile and roof pitch, with extra attention at the ridge, hips, and edges where wind uplift is strongest. Proper fastening also matters for keeping the manufacturer’s product warranty valid.

Tile Roofing Options and Services

Boral Tile

Boral offers tile in a range of profiles and colors, from Spanish-style barrel shapes to flatter designs. We'll help you pick a profile that suits the architecture of your home and confirm your roof structure can support it before the order goes in.

Brava Composite Tile

Brava makes a lightweight composite tile that looks like traditional Spanish tile. Brava rates it Class 4 for impact, the highest hail rating, and it's light enough that most homes don't need structural changes to support it.

Cracked Tile Repairs

A single cracked or slipped tile can let water reach the underlayment. We replace broken tiles, reset loose ones, and check the flashing around them. Tile repairs come with a 1-year workmanship warranty.

Drone Tile Roof Inspections

Walking on clay or concrete tile can crack it. Our roof drone inspections let us photograph the whole roof surface without stepping on fragile sections, so you can see the damage we find.

Signs Your Tile Roof Needs Attention

Tile can last for decades, but the roof around it needs regular checks. Watch for:

Cracked, chipped, or missing tiles, especially after a hailstorm
Tiles that have slipped out of line
Water stains on ceilings or in the attic
Debris piling up in valleys and blocking water flow
Damaged or rusted flashing at walls and chimneys

A leak under a tile roof often comes from worn underlayment or flashing rather than the tile itself. Catching a slipped tile early usually means a small repair, while letting water sit on the underlayment for months can mean lifting a whole section of tile to fix what’s underneath. We can usually get out for a free inspection within 24 hours to find the source.

How Does Tile Roofing Handle Houston Storms?

Clay and concrete tile resist heat and sun well, but large hail can crack them, and falling branches can break tiles on impact. Composite tile like Brava’s handles hail better, which is worth weighing if your home has had hail damage before. Keeping a few spare tiles from your installation also makes it easier to match the color and profile when a repair comes up.

After a storm, we inspect the roof, document the damage, and offer claims assistance to walk you through the insurance process. If water is coming in, we get to you as soon as we can, and nighttime emergency calls get a visit first thing the next morning.

Tile Roofing Backed by 20+ Years of Experience

Cactus Jax brings more than 20 years of roofing experience to every tile project. We install tile on steep-slope homes, multi-family buildings, and historic properties, including churches, where matching the original look matters.

Every tile roof replacement comes with a 10-year workmanship warranty, and the products we install carry a 30-year product warranty. If you’re weighing other roof types, we also install slate roofing, metal roofing, and asphalt shingles. On roof replacements, we include gutter cleaning at no charge.

Schedule Your Tile Roof Estimate

If you’re thinking about a new tile roof, or your current one has cracked tiles or a leak, we can usually get out for a free inspection and estimate within 24 hours. We’ll check the condition of the roof, confirm whether your framing can carry traditional tile, and walk you through Boral and Brava options side by side.

Ask about no-money-down financing if you’d like to spread out the cost. Homeowners across the area count on us as a roofing company in Houston that gives a straight answer about whether tile fits their home. Call us today to set up your free inspection.

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Don’t let roofing issues put your home at risk. Contact Cactus Jax Roofing & Construction today to experience the trusted difference in Texas roofing.