Can a tile roof be installed over a slate roof
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The only problem is you don't know where the roof rafter joist is for the batten to nail onto and another thing to consider is the extra weight of the tiles.Not sure if I'm reading your question right,am I right saying you want to tiles over the existing roof and not a difference pitch roof on top? If you're interested I can give you more info on lightweight roof tiles etc...
Thank you for your reply - what I'm asking, is it possible to have two layers of tile on top of a slate roof.
A contractor has informed me that they will have to charge more money because I have two layers of tile on top of slate tile. But he wasn't sure how that was done unless the tile was glued to the slate. Is that possible?
all I see is tile on top of my roof
A contractor has informed me that they will have to charge more money because I have two layers of tile on top of slate tile. But he wasn't sure how that was done unless the tile was glued to the slate. Is that possible?
all I see is tile on top of my roof
Without seeing it I find it very hard to believe you have two layers of tiles.If was glued together then it dangerous as it would not be protected from high wind as they are normally nailed down.A good roofing contractor will inspect the tiles properly.I'm afraid they probably think they can get away with charging more money as most people can't see what up on the roof.I would get another 2 quotes first.
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