Photo: Eagle Roofing Products. Manufacturer example, not a Westmark project.Tile Roof Restoration
Keep the Tile.
Rebuild What Protects the Home.
When existing concrete or clay roof tiles remain suitable for reuse, a tile lift-and-relay can preserve the home's appearance while replacing the aged underlayment and applicable flashings beneath it. Looking for a brand-new tile roof instead? See our New Tile Roofing page.
Get an instant budget estimate for asphalt, DaVinci, and tile lift-and-relay projects in about 60 seconds using aerial roof data. New concrete tile projects require a project-specific quote — no appointment or sales call required.
What It Is
What a Tile Lift-and-Relay Actually Involves
A tile lift-and-relay carefully removes and stages reusable existing tiles, exposes the roof deck, replaces the underlayment and applicable flashings, and reinstalls the serviceable tiles. Broken or unusable tiles are replaced as needed with the closest reasonably available match.
Tiles Are Preserved
Serviceable existing tiles are carefully lifted, staged, and protected for reinstallation.
The Waterproofing Is Rebuilt
The aged underlayment — the layer that actually keeps water out — is fully replaced, along with applicable flashings.
The Deck Gets Inspected
With tiles off, we evaluate the exposed roof deck and complete approved wood repairs before anything goes back on.
Is It Right for Your Roof?
When a Lift-and-Relay May Be Appropriate
A lift-and-relay makes sense when the tiles themselves still have life left but the system beneath them doesn't.
Tiles in Serviceable Condition
The existing concrete or clay tiles remain suitable for careful removal and reuse.
Aged or Failing Underlayment
The underlayment beneath the tile is at or past the end of its service life.
Flashings Need Replacement
Valleys, penetrations, and wall flashings require replacement.
You Want to Keep the Look
The homeowner wants to preserve the existing tile appearance.
Replacement Tiles Are Available
Replacement tiles or a reasonable match are available for tiles that can't be reused.
Think your tile roof might be a candidate?
Get preliminary pricing from the instant estimator, then request a written quote.
Honest Limits
When a Lift-and-Relay May Not Be Appropriate
Not every tile roof qualifies. We'll tell you plainly if your roof is better served by a different approach.
Widespread Tile Deterioration
A substantial percentage of tiles are cracked, deteriorated, or incompatible with reuse.
Tiles Too Fragile to Handle
The existing tile is too fragile to remove and reinstall reliably.
No Matching Tiles Available
Matching replacement tiles are unavailable.
Underlying Roof Conditions
Structural, decking, slope, drainage, or code conditions require a different solution.
You Want a Different Roof
The homeowner wants an entirely different roof material or appearance.
The Process
How a Westmark Tile Lift-and-Relay Works
A methodical, documented process from quote through final cleanup.
1. Estimate & Quote
Start with the instant estimator, then receive a written quote for your tile lift-and-relay project.
2. Removal & Staging
Removal and careful staging of reusable tiles.
3. Deck Inspection
Deck inspection and approved wood repairs.
4. New Underlayment & Flashings
New underlayment and applicable flashings installed across the roof.
5. Tile Reinstallation
Reinstallation of reusable tiles, plus replacement of unusable tiles where matching material is reasonably available.
6. Cleanup & Documentation
Cleanup, inspection, and project documentation.
Important Disclosure
What a Lift-and-Relay Is — and Isn't
A tile lift-and-relay reuses suitable existing tiles; it is not a new tile roof system. Tile breakage can occur during removal and reinstallation. Replacement tiles may vary in age, color, texture, profile, or weathering, and an exact match cannot always be guaranteed. Final scope depends on tile condition, availability, roof-deck condition, and code requirements. Normal tile breakage is included.
Not a New Tile Roof
Your existing tiles are reused — this is a restoration of the waterproofing system beneath them, not a new-tile installation.
Normal Breakage Is Included
Normal tile breakage is included. Broken tiles are replaced with the closest reasonably available match.
Match May Vary
Replacement tiles may differ in age, color, texture, profile, or weathering — an exact match cannot always be guaranteed.
Scope Depends on the Roof
Final scope depends on tile condition, replacement-tile availability, roof-deck condition, and code requirements.
FAQs
Common Questions
Get Your Tile Lift-and-Relay Quote
Start with the instant estimator, then request a written quote for replacing the underlayment and applicable flashings beneath your existing tile.
Get an instant budget estimate for asphalt, DaVinci, and tile lift-and-relay projects in about 60 seconds using aerial roof data. New concrete tile projects require a project-specific quote — no appointment or sales call required.