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[Get Free Fixed-Price Quote](/contact) [0800 043 1108](tel:+448000431108) 10-year insurance-backed guarantee £5M public liability Most quotes booked within 48 hours 20+ Years experience TrustMark Government-endorsed 9.5 / 10 Fair Trades rated £5M Public liability 10-year HomePro guarantee Overview ## Tiling — what, who, when & why ### What it is Full tile re-roofing and new installations in concrete (Marley Modern, Ludlow, Mendip) and clay (Sandtoft, Marley Acme, Dreadnought) profiles, plus like-for-like tile replacement on period properties. ### Who it's for Owners of 1960s–1990s tiled properties reaching end of life, self-builders and extension owners specifying new tile roofs, and heritage owners restoring hand-made clay tile. ### When you need it When you see widespread tile slippage, cracked ridges, moss growth locking the tile bond, or interstitial water staining in the loft. ### Why professional matters Modern tile roofs last 40–60 years when detailed to BS 5534 with mechanical fixings and dry-fix systems. Cheap installs skip clipping and dry ridges, and fail in the first serious gale. The cost of waiting ## What happens if you leave it ### Damage escalation - Slipped tiles expose the underlay to UV — the whole membrane can fail within 12 months. - Cracked ridge tiles allow wind-driven rain the entire length of the roof. - Loose verge tiles lift in gusts, tear underlay and become falling hazards. ### Common mistakes - Rebedding old ridges in cement mortar in 2026 — the failure mode is known and there's now a proper dry-fix alternative. - Clipping only the perimeter on coastal Wirral roofs where every third or fifth course should be clipped by BS 5534. - Choosing the cheapest tile without checking manufacturer warranty terms and colour longevity. Our process ## How we deliver the work Step 1 ### Inspection Elevation and ridge survey, loft check where safe. Free fixed-price written quote listing tile spec and clip schedule. Step 2 ### Design Tile choice and fixing schedule set to exposure zone (Meols, Hoylake and West Kirby require heavier clip pattern than inland Birkenhead). Step 3 ### Strip & inspect Old tiles and ridge stripped, membrane and battens replaced, structural timber checked. Step 4 ### Install Breathable membrane, treated battens, tiles mechanically clipped to schedule, dry-fix ridge and verge, lead flashings dressed correctly. Step 5 ### Sign-off Walk-around, site cleaned, 10-year HomePro insurance-backed guarantee registered. Benefits ## What you get from booking RTC ### 40–60 year lifespan Modern concrete and clay tile, correctly installed, comfortably meets a 40–60 year design life. ### BS 5534 mechanical fixing Every tile properly clipped and every ridge dry-fixed — no mortar failure, no wind uplift issues. ### Colour choice Match your street's aesthetic with a full range of Marley, Redland and Sandtoft profiles and colours. ### Rain and snow-secured Ridge, verge and hip systems tested to hurricane-force uplift. ### 10-year guarantee HomePro insurance-backed cover on qualifying re-roofs. ### £5M insured Public and employers' liability at £5M each with Covéa Insurance plc. The detail ## Materials, methods & specifications ### Concrete tile ranges Marley Modern (low-profile flat), Marley Ludlow Major (double Roman), Redland 49, Redland Cambrian slate-look — full range available. Colour retention improved significantly on post-2010 tile ranges. ### Clay tile ranges Sandtoft plain and profiled clay, Marley Acme, Dreadnought hand-made for heritage work. Longer lifespan than concrete, higher initial cost, better colour permanence. ### Mechanical fixing schedule Perimeter tiles always clipped. Inland Wirral usually every fifth course; coastal (Meols, Hoylake, West Kirby, Moreton) every third course. Clip schedule stated in your quote and installed accordingly. ### Dry ridge, verge and hip Ridge tiles mechanically fixed with clip and screw to a ventilated ridge roll. Dry verge units replace mortar bedding. Hip systems mechanically fixed rather than mortar bedded. All BBA-certified where applicable. ### Underlay & ventilation Breathable underlay with correct eaves and ridge ventilation to prevent condensation on the underside of the tile — required by BS 5534 and consistently overlooked on cheap installs. Frequently asked ## Tiling — your questions answered How long does a tile roof last?+ Concrete tile roofs installed to BS 5534 typically last 40–60 years. Clay tile can last 80+. Failures on older roofs are usually mortar and fixing failures, not the tile itself. How much does a tile re-roof cost?+ Every job is quoted free, fixed-price and itemised in writing after a no-obligation inspection — costs vary by pitch, access, materials and scope, so call 0800 043 1108 or request a free quote for a firm figure. Can you match my existing tiles?+ In most cases yes — we can identify the profile and source matching or closely-matching tiles. For heritage clay work we hand-source from reclamation yards. What is dry-fix ridge?+ A mechanically-fixed ridge system that replaces mortar bedding. It cannot crack, does not require repointing, and comes with a 15-year manufacturer warranty. We fit it as standard. Do you install roof windows?+ Yes — Velux and Fakro roof windows installed during re-roof or as retrofits, correctly flashed and weathered. What guarantee do you offer?+ 10-year HomePro insurance-backed guarantee on qualifying tile re-roofs plus manufacturer product warranty on the tiles. Do you work on new-build extensions?+ Yes — regularly. We can work from your builder's drawings or specify the tile roof ourselves. Are you insured?+ £5M public liability and £5M employers' liability with Covéa Insurance plc. Related services [ ### Re-Roofing Pitched & flat full replacements with 10-year guarantee. Learn more ](/services/re-roofing)[ ### Slating Natural slate roofs re-laid to last generations. Learn more ](/services/slating)[ ### Lead Work Bespoke flashings and heritage leadwork by specialists. Learn more ](/services/lead-work) **Coverage:** Merseyside · Wirral · Chester · North Wales. View our [service area pages](/areas) for local information, or head back to the [homepage](/) or [contact page](/contact). Next step ## Get a free, fixed-price quote for tiling Free inspection, itemised written quote, 10-year insurance-backed guarantee on qualifying installs. No pressure, no call-out charge. [Request Your Quote](/contact) [0800 043 1108](tel:+448000431108) TrustMark · Fair Trades 9.5/10 · HomePro · £5M insured Free quote ## Tell us about your roof ## Get Your Free Fixed-Price Quote Free inspection, no obligation. Response within one working day. ![RTC Roofing Contractors Ltd](/__l5e/assets-v1/65b5a778-eabc-413b-a0c8-42887cc004ca/rtc-logo.webp) Family-run roofing contractors with over 20 years of experience. TrustMark, Fair Trades and HomePro accredited. Fully insured up to £5 million. Fixed-price quotes, insurance-backed guarantees. 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