Good points about Eagle tiles—they're definitely reliable and I've had good experiences installing them. But I've also found Boral to be pretty solid, especially their concrete tiles. Had a client whose roof took a beating during a hailstorm last year, and the Boral tiles held up surprisingly well. Curious if anyone here has experience comparing Eagle directly with Boral or other brands like Ludowici? Always good to hear how they stack up in real-world conditions...
- Eagle and Boral are solid, but don't overlook Ludowici clay tiles—seen them handle storms better than concrete in some coastal areas.
- Concrete tiles can crack easier under severe hail impacts, even if they're generally durable.
- Just something to keep in mind...
Had concrete tiles on my place for about 8 years, and yep, they did great with regular weather but hail storms were another story. Ended up switching to Ludowici clay after a nasty storm cracked several tiles, and honestly, they've held up way better since. A bit pricier upfront but worth the peace of mind if you're in an area prone to severe weather...
"A bit pricier upfront but worth the peace of mind if you're in an area prone to severe weather..."
Gotta agree on Ludowici clay tiles being solid, but honestly, have you considered green roofing? I've seen some impressive setups handle hailstorms like champs—plus, there's the added bonus of insulation and eco-friendliness. Sure, it's not your traditional tile look, but hey, your neighbors might envy your rooftop garden after the next storm rolls through...
Green roofs are definitely intriguing, but don't they require quite a bit of maintenance? I mean, I've seen some lush setups that look amazing, but I'm wondering how much time you'd realistically spend keeping it healthy and storm-ready. Also, how does the weight compare to traditional clay tiles—wouldn't you need extra structural support or something? Curious if anyone here's actually installed one and can share their experience...