Our team completed this New Tiled Roof Clare project, replacing the main roof with a new tiled roofing system while also installing a completely new flat roof over the adjoining extension.
This is a good example of a project where two different roofing systems need to work together properly.
The main pitched roof provides the traditional tiled finish, while the extension required a flat roofing system because of its lower roofline and design. The important part isn’t simply installing each roof correctly in isolation. The junction between the pitched and flat sections also needs careful attention to prevent water ingress.
The finished result gives the property a complete roofing system designed for long-term protection against the rain, wind and changeable conditions we experience throughout County Clare.
This wasn’t a small patch repair.
The project involved roofing both the main house and the extension, allowing us to create a complete solution rather than continuing to make individual repairs to ageing sections of the property.
The work included:
For the homeowner, this means the main property and extension are now protected by newly installed roofing systems rather than having different areas of ageing roof requiring ongoing repairs.
You don’t necessarily need to use the same roofing material across every section of a property.
The pitch and construction of the roof determine which system is appropriate.
Roof tiles are designed to overlap and shed rainwater down a pitched roof. On a low-pitched or flat extension, a dedicated flat roofing membrane is generally more appropriate because it creates a continuous waterproof surface.
This property required both.
The tiled roof provides the main house with a durable traditional finish, while the flat roofing system allows the lower extension to be properly protected without trying to force a pitched-roof material onto an unsuitable roof angle.
The extension was fitted with a completely new flat roofing system.
As the finished photograph shows, the roof has been covered with a mineral-finished felt system, creating a continuous weather-resistant surface across the extension.
With any flat roof, however, we tell homeowners not to judge the job solely by the surface they can see.
The preparation underneath and the detailing around the perimeter are just as important.
A properly installed flat roof needs the correct supporting structure, adequate falls for drainage and careful treatment of edges, outlets and junctions.
Despite the name, a flat roof shouldn’t simply be completely level.
The roof needs to direct rainwater towards the appropriate drainage points.
This is especially important in Clare, where prolonged rainfall can expose weaknesses in poorly designed flat roofs.
Persistent standing water can place unnecessary stress on the roofing system and may indicate problems with the roof falls or drainage.
When installing a new flat roof, getting these fundamentals right is considerably better than trying to solve drainage problems after the waterproof covering has already been installed.
One of the most important areas on a project like this is where the new flat roof meets the pitched tiled roof.
Whenever two different roofing systems meet, the junction needs to be properly detailed.
Why?
Because water naturally finds the weakest point.
Rainwater running down the pitched roof needs to be safely managed when it reaches the lower flat roof. Poor detailing in this area can allow water behind the roofing materials, even when the individual tiled and flat roof sections are otherwise in good condition.
From a roofer’s perspective, these junctions deserve just as much attention as the main roof covering.
Roof tiles remain a practical choice for many homes throughout County Clare.
A professionally installed tiled roof offers:
But the tiles themselves are only the visible part of the roofing system.
Underneath them, the underlay, battens, ventilation and supporting roof structure all contribute to how well the finished roof performs.
That’s why replacing an entire roof is very different from simply replacing the visible tiles.
This is something homeowners regularly ask us.
A few cracked or slipped tiles generally aren’t a reason to replace an entire roof. If the underlying roof remains sound, a targeted repair will usually make more sense.
A complete replacement becomes worth considering when there are more widespread problems, such as:
We wouldn’t recommend replacing an otherwise serviceable roof just because it has developed one repairable defect.
The decision should be based on the condition of the complete roofing system and what represents sensible long-term value for the homeowner.
A roof in Clare needs to deal with more than an occasional shower.
Heavy rainfall, strong winds and exposed conditions can put roofing materials and detailing under considerable pressure.
This is particularly relevant for properties in exposed or coastal areas of the county.
When we’re working on a roof, we’re therefore thinking about how water will actually behave during bad weather.
Where will rainwater run?
Which sections are most exposed to wind-driven rain?
Are the roof edges secure?
How are the junctions protected?
How does water move from the pitched roof onto or around the extension?
Those practical details matter far more than simply making a roof look good when the scaffolding comes down.
This New Tiled Roof Clare project has given the property a completely renewed roofing system across both the main house and extension.
The combination of a new tiled pitched roof and new flat roof means each part of the property has a roofing system appropriate to its construction.
For homeowners considering something similar, our advice is to look at the roof as a complete system.
If your main roof needs replacement but you also have an ageing extension roof, it can make sense to assess both at the same time. That allows junctions, drainage and waterproofing details between the different roof sections to be considered as part of the overall project.
Complete Roofing Construction carries out new roof installations, replacements and repairs throughout County Clare.
Our work includes:
If you have an existing roof that needs attention, you can learn more about our roof repair services in Clare.
You can also view our full range of roofing services.
For homeowners specifically researching flat roofing, our guide to flat roofs in Ennis explains the different options and what you should consider before repairing or replacing a flat roof.
If your existing roof is showing its age, don’t assume replacement is automatically necessary.
A professional inspection should establish whether targeted repairs can extend the roof’s life or whether deterioration has reached the point where replacement represents better value.
For this project, installing a new tiled roof alongside the new extension flat roof provided a complete long-term solution for the property.
Complete Roofing Construction works throughout Clare, providing homeowners with practical advice based on the condition of their roof rather than automatically recommending the largest job.
If you’re also planning exterior improvements, our sister company Complete Paving Works provides driveway, patio and paving services across Clare, Limerick and Galway.
Complete Roofing & Construction is a family-run business providing expert roofing, landscaping, renovations, plastering, and more—serving homes with quality craftsmanship and trusted service since 1990.
