It has been a natural human habit for many years to protect ourselves against the rough elements. This stretches back to the primitive world, where some of the first materials used were parts of an animal (also used as clothing at the time), clay and timber. Basically, anything they could get their hands on at the time could’ve potentially been a roofing material!
After hundreds of years, clay material was used for tiles, as well as thatching. Clay tiles are still used today. Many old, heritage properties use these types of tiles due to their durability and endurance if they are fitted properly. You may find that on an old roof of around 100 years, about half the tiles can be used again.
Another type of tile that lasts a long time is slate. Wealthy customers would also consider fitting lead, which also lasts a long time but is more expensive.
Due to the cost, mass producing concrete tiles is common as it is a cheaper option than clay tiles, as well as job times being lowered. Concrete tiles are a cheaper option and have a range of colours, shapes and sizes, but their life span isn’t as great as slate or clay tiles.
Nowadays a roof must have a breathable layer before any tiles are fitted. As we are looking to make our homes more energy saving, this layer is critical in the job to prevent condensation problems. Roofs are now being made more energy efficient and cheaper and sometimes the more traditional methods are still better at keeping your roof durable and strong. For more information and Roof repairs in Calne, call RG Wise roofing.
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