Tile: Is It Worth the Cost?

Whether you are building a new home or replacing the roof on your old one, you might feel like a kid in a candy store as you consider the bevy of roofing options for you to choose from. Of course, you might also feel stark shock at the price of some of these roofs -- namely, tile.

Costing anywhere from $700 to $1,000 per square to install, tile roofs are not for the frugal shoppers among you. But don't let your frugality deter you from enjoying this great roofing option. Despite its hefty price tag, a tile roof can prove to be just about your best choice when it comes to a new roof.

Not sure why that is? Not a problem! Just check out our quick guide to some of the great benefits that a tile roof can provide, and who knows? You just might find yourself looking right past that price tag and choosing tile for your new roof!

Longevity

One of the great and -- frustratingly -- unavoidable expenses for any homeowner is a roof replacement. And since most roofs last only about 20 years, on average, this is an expense that you might have to endure multiple times throughout your life.

However, you can avoid forking over the big bucks on repeated roof replacements by instead forking over the big bucks only once -- at the start with a tile roof. Lasting anywhere from 50 to 100 years, your tile roof is the epitome of set it and forget it -- "it" being the headache of roof replacements!

Durability

Roof repairs and replacements are not always necessitated by age itself. Oftentimes, they come about because of damages your roof sustains because of the weather or the like. While you might be able to see the march of Time coming for your roof, you can be blindsided by a branch through the roof.

While you can't always avoid Mother Nature's testy and unpredictable ways, you can equip yourself with a roof that's made to withstand her. And when it comes to durability, few roof types can equal tile. It's strong, break-resistant design will keep your family safe and your bank account intact as you avoid costly repairs through the years.

Protection

Here, we've gone on and on about the financial benefits of getting a roof. But when your loved ones come into the picture, money will surely take a backseat to their well-being as far as your hierarchy of concerns goes. And to protect and maintain the well-being of your loved ones, you'll need a roof that's made to protect.

And with its aforementioned durability against the elements, a tile roof certainly fits that bill. Along with its durability, a tile roof is graded to provide the best possible protection against fire damages. So, with a tile roof, you can be sure that you and your loved ones will enjoy the best protection against life's most unpredictable dangers.

Value

But, then again, it DOES bear mentioning the financial draws of a tile roof. After all, its expense is likely the one thing keeping you from committing to it. So, if you do decide to settle on a tile roof, you'll want to know you'll be getting some of your investment back, right?

If that is right as far as you're concerned, then good news: You will get back quite a bit of that investment when it comes time to sell! A tile roof can add substantially to the value of your home, so though the upfront cost of a tile roof may be quite steep, the long-term payout will be worth the money.