T & G Roofing and Solar Company, Inc opened in 1989 in the city of Rancho Cucamonga and moved to Upland in 1998. Even with very little advertising our company quickly grew. To this day we attribute this to a few simple but important business principles:
When you experience a leak in your concrete or clay tile roof, this is an indication that the 'underlayment' has failed in that area. Most concrete and clay tile roofs allow water to get under the tile, relying on the underlayment. Essentially this means that the underlayment becomes the roof. Generally, during new construction, only one layer of sub standard underlayment is installed. In addition, many other trades will walk, work, and secure scaffolding to the underlayment. This 'trade traffic' damages the underlayment and shortens the life of your roof. See photos below.
A couple of different procedures can be done to repair this issue. One repair procedure includes replacing the underlayment only in the area of the leak, and providing you with a 5-year no leak workmanship warranty. Another roof repair is a complete lift and re-lay, which involves replacing the underlayment throughout the entire roof, and proving you with a 10-year no leak workmanship warranty. Re-using your existing tile will save you thousands compared to complete new tile roof.
Standard procedures for both tile underlayment repairs and complete 'lift and relays' include: