Spanish Tile Roofing

What This Service Involves

The sweeping S-curve of Spanish barrel tile creates deep channels that move water quickly, a genuine advantage under the steady rainfall of the Sound region. Beauty aside, these open profiles demand meticulous underlayment and closure work because the same channels that shed water can invite wind-driven rain and nesting pests if left unsealed. Our installers build a fully waterproof membrane beneath the tile so the visible barrels serve as the decorative and primary drainage layer while the deck stays protected. We hand-close eaves, rakes, and ridges with color-matched trim and bird-stops to keep the assembly tight against Northwest weather. The finished roof delivers striking Old-World character that stands apart on a Washington streetscape.

Benefits

Deep barrel channels shed heavy rain rapidly; Bold Mediterranean profile creates standout curb appeal; Non-combustible clay or concrete body adds fire protection; Individual barrels are replaceable without a full tear-off; Long service life rewards the upfront investment for decades

Our Process

1) Evaluate structure and slope to ensure barrel tile drains and loads correctly; 2) Install a continuous waterproof underlayment as the true protective layer; 3) Set barrel tiles over battens with mechanical fasteners and mortar or foam closures; 4) Seal eaves and rakes with bird-stops and color-matched trim, then inspect every channel

What Affects the Cost

Clay versus concrete barrel tile selection; Extensive hand-closure and trim labor at eaves and ridges; Structural reinforcement for tile dead load; Roof geometry and the number of hips and valleys; Bird-stop and closure materials required for open profiles

Best Time of Year

Set Spanish tile during the dry summer months when mortar closures and sealants cure properly in warm conditions.