How To Walk On Spanish Tile Roof

West coast roofer shows a tile roof tune up done on a roof in aliso viejo ca.

How to walk on spanish tile roof. Clay tile is almost impossible to walk without damaging breaking tiles unless you weigh less than 100 lbs however if you must walk the roof the best method is as in picture 1. Roofing and roof repair 101 is a video series showing you tips and tricks. This way you re actually standing on 4 tiles with one foot. Essentially with each step place the heel of your foot in the gap between tiles roll the arch over the tile and end up with your toe in the next gap.

Instead transfer your weight gradually as you walk and curve your step with the arc of the tile as it falls. When you walk on your roof make sure you are walking on the reinforced part the lower third of the visible tile. I find defects with 85 of the concrete tile roofs i inspect. If you choose to perform the task yourself it is recommended to step at the bottom three inches of the installed tile when walking along your roof.

Walk on the balls of your feet to reduce the pressure on the tiles. Image showing how concrete tiles are installed on a roof. A normal walk is not generally the best approach upon a tile roof. This section is supported by the lapped tile beneath it and the weight is then transferred to the deck below.

Most concrete tiles are lifted a little off of your roof and sit on wood batten strips creating a gap under the tiles for ventilation. When choosing a home inspector ensure they will walk on the concrete tile roof. Apply pressure to the ball of your foot when you step on the tiles so you re less likely to damage them.