That’s pretty much spot-on about clay tiles. The weight is a dealbreaker for a lot of homes, especially if you’re in an older place that wasn’t built ...

That’s a good point about underlayment—people see those thick clay tiles and just assume the whole system is bulletproof. I’ve been on a few jobs wher...

Interesting point about the noise—I've only worked with metal on a couple jobs, and people either love that sound or hate it. Did you add any insulati...

I get the logic, but honestly, I think people swap boots more than they need to. If you’re using a decent-quality silicone boot and protecting it with...

I’ve run into the same issues up here in Minnesota. First winter on a job with a concrete tile roof, there were already hairline cracks by spring, and...