We had a tile roof on our last place, and while it looked great, it definitely wasn't maintenance-free. Tiles cracked occasionally, especially after storms, and replacements weren't exactly cheap. Architectural shingles might not have the same charm, but they're easier to patch up and generally cheaper long-term. If budget's a big factor for you (like it was for us), shingles might be the safer bet... even if tiles do look amazing.
I've heard similar things about tile roofs, but I'm curious—did you find certain types of tiles cracked more easily than others? Like clay vs concrete? Wondering if material choice makes a noticeable difference in durability...
"Wondering if material choice makes a noticeable difference in durability..."
Honestly, I've seen both clay and concrete tiles crack pretty equally—usually from foot traffic or hail rather than just age. Material matters, sure, but installation quality and weather conditions seem way more critical in my experience.
