Composite’s not perfect, but at least I’m not holding my breath every time a storm rolls through.
That’s pretty much where I landed too. I did a spreadsheet with costs, lifespan, and maintenance headaches for each option—clay looked amazing on paper until I factored in how brittle it is with hail. One neighbor had to special order tiles just to patch a small spot, and it took months. Architectural shingles aren’t flawless, but for our weather, they seem like the least stressful choice. If they ever invent a roof that’s both indestructible and low-maintenance, I’ll be first in line...
If they ever invent a roof that’s both indestructible and low-maintenance, I’ll be first in line...
Right there with you. I used to think clay tiles were the dream until I saw what a single hailstorm did to my cousin’s place—looked like someone took a hammer to it. Composite’s been decent for me, though I still get nervous every time the wind picks up. Honestly, I’d love to try metal, but the price tag made me back off quick. Maybe in another life...
Honestly, I’d love to try metal, but the price tag made me back off quick. Maybe in another life...
Yeah, metal roofs are like the Teslas of the roofing world—looks great, lasts forever, but your wallet cries a little. I stuck with composite too since replacing tiles every storm didn’t sound like a fun hobby. My neighbor’s clay roof is basically a mosaic of repairs now.
I’m in the same boat—first house, and I had to pick something that wouldn’t break the bank. Looked at clay tiles for a minute, but honestly, the idea of climbing up there every time a storm rolls through just didn’t sit right with me. Are they really that fragile? I keep hearing mixed things. Ended up with asphalt shingles since everyone around here seems to use them, but now I’m wondering if I should’ve looked harder at other options...
the idea of climbing up there every time a storm rolls through just didn’t sit right with me. Are they really that fragile?
I’ve seen a few clay tile roofs after hailstorms, and yeah, they can crack if hit just right. They’re tough in some ways—fireproof, don’t rot—but walking on them is tricky. I’ve had to tiptoe around up there for inspections. Asphalt’s not glamorous, but it’s way easier to patch up after a rough season.
