Yeah, same here—had a similar issue with flashing around our skylight. Tiles looked perfect, but water was sneaking in underneath. Learned real quick that "maintenance-free" is more like wishful thinking... regular checks save a ton of headaches later.
"maintenance-free" is more like wishful thinking...
Exactly—tiles themselves are solid, but flashing and sealants always need attention. Found moss buildup causing leaks once too. Anyone else dealt with moss issues on tile roofs?
Yeah, moss can be a real headache on tile roofs, especially in damp climates. I've seen it trap moisture underneath, causing tiles to shift slightly and let water sneak in. Regular checks and gentle cleaning usually keep things under control, but "maintenance-free"? Nah, not quite...
- Had a client last year with a tile roof in a shady, damp area—moss was everywhere.
- Tiles looked fine at first glance, but underneath, moisture had caused some battens to rot out.
- Ended up being a bigger fix than expected...definitely not maintenance-free.
- Regular inspections and prompt moss removal would've saved them a lot of hassle (and money).
"Regular inspections and prompt moss removal would've saved them a lot of hassle (and money)."
True, but honestly, tile roofs aren't exactly needy toddlers either. If installed correctly with proper underlayment and ventilation, they're pretty forgiving. Had a client whose roof was basically ignored for 15 years—no moss, no rot, nothing dramatic. Sure, a quick check-up every few years helps, but calling them high-maintenance might be stretching it a bit...unless your roof's in a swampy forest or something.
