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Repairing Clay Tile

Clay tile roofs can last as long as the house itself, but occasionally an individual tile can chip or crack. In this case, you should repair the tile as soon as possible before any damage to the underlayment or sheathing occurs.

Clay tiles are slippery and delicate. If you are not experienced working on this type of roof, you should consider hiring a professional, especially if the repair area is not within easy reach from a ladder. If you do decide to work on the repair yourself, and must step on the roof, walk carefully and distribute your weight evenly. Wear non-slip shoes.

Clay tiles vary in how they attach to the roof. The guidelines below are on how to repair a single tile of a specific type; be sure to consult manufacturer's directions on how to repair the type of clay tile on your roof.

PROJECT BASICS

Project: Moderate
Estimated Project Time: 1 hour
Start Tips: Clay roof tiles vary in style. Be sure to purchase replacement tile that matches the type on your roof.
Safety Tips: When working on clay roof tiles, make sure your ladder is secure and wear non-slip shoes.
Recommendation: Do-it-Yourself

TOOLS & MATERIALS

Ladder	Pry bar
Safety gear for working on the roof	Hammer
Safety goggles	New clay tile
Work gloves	Tile clips
Non-slip shoes	Wet saw (optional)
Scrap wood

Fig. 1

INSTRUCTIONS

1) Remove the nails securing the damaged tile
Put on safety goggles and work gloves. Wedge up tiles above the damaged course with wood strips, and remove old tile nails with a pry bar. (Fig. 1)

Fig. 2

2) Remove the damaged tile
Break the old tile with a hammer, and remove debris to clear the area for a new clip. Be careful not to hit good tiles. (Fig. 2)

Fig. 3

3) Install the tile clip
Attach the tile clip to the roof support on one end and to the underside of the replacement tile at the other end. (Fig. 3)

Fig. 4

4) Install the new tile
A new tile should fit in without stressing adjacent tiles. If need be, shave its edges with a wet saw.

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