Installation guidance for tile roofing contractors, the latest code requirements and their impact, and recommendations for flashings, underlayments, adhesives and more.
IAPMO UES Modified Report ER2015
April 22nd, 2025
The Tile Roofing Institute's Concrete and Clay Roof Tile Installation Manual recognized in this report has been evaluated for concrete and clay roof tile installation and structural wind application.
The Tile Roofing Institute's Concrete and Clay Roof Tile Installation Manual recognized in this report has been evaluated for concrete and clay roof tile installation and structural wind application.
Raised Fascia and Anti-Ponding
May 22nd, 2023
#2023-001 This Technical Bulletin is provided to address recommendations for the use of Anti-ponding materials, or designs with concrete and clay roofing tile installations with raised or elevated fascia designs at the eave of a roof.
#2023-001 This Technical Bulletin is provided to address recommendations for the use of Anti-ponding materials, or designs with concrete and clay roofing tile installations with raised or elevated fascia designs at the eave of a roof.
Weather Blocking For Roof Vents In Florida
March 17th, 2023
#2023-001 – In response to the inquiries from industry professionals regarding weather blocking of roof vents the Tile Roofing Industry Alliance provides the following guidance.
For jurisdictions in Florida that allow mortar as a weather blocking option for vents or other similar
penetrations, the language found in the new FRSA/TRI Florida High Wind Installation Manual 6th &7th
Edition, provides the following information.
#2023-001 – In response to the inquiries from industry professionals regarding weather blocking of roof vents the Tile Roofing Industry Alliance provides the following guidance.
For jurisdictions in Florida that allow mortar as a weather blocking option for vents or other similar
penetrations, the language found in the new FRSA/TRI Florida High Wind Installation Manual 6th &7th
Edition, provides the following information.
Obsolete Concrete Roof Tiles Formerly Produced In Florida – Updated 11/1/22
November 3rd, 2022
#2022-003 (replaces #2022-002) The Tile Roofing Industry Alliance in response to the vast number of inquiries from industry professionals, has revised the list of obsolete tiles from the previous version. We have eliminated several of the very old tiles to reduce the number to match the inquiries we have been
receiving.
The following roof tiles are obsolete and do not interlock with the profiles currently offered by our existing member roof tile manufacturers. Identifying marks on the back of each tile may include Pioneer, Currier, Entegra, Wallin, Pioneer, Bender and/or Hanson. This list covers the most commonly asked tiles.
#2022-003 (replaces #2022-002) The Tile Roofing Industry Alliance in response to the vast number of inquiries from industry professionals, has revised the list of obsolete tiles from the previous version. We have eliminated several of the very old tiles to reduce the number to match the inquiries we have been
receiving.
The following roof tiles are obsolete and do not interlock with the profiles currently offered by our existing member roof tile manufacturers. Identifying marks on the back of each tile may include Pioneer, Currier, Entegra, Wallin, Pioneer, Bender and/or Hanson. This list covers the most commonly asked tiles.
Obsolete Concrete Roof Tiles Formerly Produced In Florida – Updated 10/5/22
October 5th, 2022
#2022-002 (replaces #2020-03) – The Tile Roofing Industry Alliance in response to the vast number of inquiries from industry professionals, has revised the list of obsolete tiles from the previous version. We have eliminated several of the very old tiles to reduce the number to match the inquiries we have been
receiving.
#2022-002 (replaces #2020-03) – The Tile Roofing Industry Alliance in response to the vast number of inquiries from industry professionals, has revised the list of obsolete tiles from the previous version. We have eliminated several of the very old tiles to reduce the number to match the inquiries we have been
receiving.
Post Storm Event-Considerations For Repairing Damaged Concrete & Clay Roofing Tiles
August 10th, 2022
#2022-001 The Tile Roofing Industry Alliance (TRIA) is an industry trade association comprised of roof tile manufacturers, roofing contractors and suppliers dedicated to the advancement of tile roofing.
Properly installed tile roofs last longer than most comparable roof systems, and are repairable in most
cases if exposed to flying debris and other natural disaster related activities.
The guidelines included herein are designed to assist the user with the evaluation of a storm damaged
tile roof and to help the user determine whether to repair or replace the roof. Read more.
#2022-001 The Tile Roofing Industry Alliance (TRIA) is an industry trade association comprised of roof tile manufacturers, roofing contractors and suppliers dedicated to the advancement of tile roofing.
Properly installed tile roofs last longer than most comparable roof systems, and are repairable in most
cases if exposed to flying debris and other natural disaster related activities.
The guidelines included herein are designed to assist the user with the evaluation of a storm damaged
tile roof and to help the user determine whether to repair or replace the roof. Read more.
Tile Replacement Considerations For Tile Roofs
April 6th, 2021
#2021-02 Damage from weather related storms, installation or other impact events can potentially break a roofing tile resulting in the need for a tile repair or replacement. Perform due diligence of the viable options when locating a replacement tile. While most concrete and clay tiles in the market are still in production, some may no longer be manufactured. Read more
#2021-02 Damage from weather related storms, installation or other impact events can potentially break a roofing tile resulting in the need for a tile repair or replacement. Perform due diligence of the viable options when locating a replacement tile. While most concrete and clay tiles in the market are still in production, some may no longer be manufactured. Read more
Evaluation Of Roofs After High Wind Events
April 6th, 2021
#2021-01 This Technical Bulletin is provided to address some misconceptions about concrete and clay roofing tile roofs when inspected, repaired or assessed as a result of a high wind event. Read more.
#2021-01 This Technical Bulletin is provided to address some misconceptions about concrete and clay roofing tile roofs when inspected, repaired or assessed as a result of a high wind event. Read more.
Obsolete Concrete Roof Tiles Formerly Produced in Florida
December 1st, 2020
#2020-03 In response to the vast number of inquiries from industry professionals, please note the following list of concrete roof tiles that have been produced in or shipped to Florida over the past several decades. The following roof tiles are obsolete and do not interlock with the profiles currently offered by our existing member roof tile manufacturers. Identifying marks on the back of each tile may include Pioneer, Currier, Entegra, Wallin, Pioneer, Bender and/or Hanson.
#2020-03 In response to the vast number of inquiries from industry professionals, please note the following list of concrete roof tiles that have been produced in or shipped to Florida over the past several decades. The following roof tiles are obsolete and do not interlock with the profiles currently offered by our existing member roof tile manufacturers. Identifying marks on the back of each tile may include Pioneer, Currier, Entegra, Wallin, Pioneer, Bender and/or Hanson.
Florida High Wind Concrete and Clay Tile Installation Guide – 6th Edition Industry Adoption
December 1st, 2020
#2020-02 The Tile Roofing Industry Alliance (TRIA), formerly the Tile Roofing Institute (TRI) has recently received the formal code approval on our TRI/FRSA 6th edition of the Florida High Wind Concrete And Clay Tile Installation Guide – 6th Edition. It has been reviewed by the Florida Building Code and has been adopted as part of the new building codes that take effect on 12/31/2020.
#2020-02 The Tile Roofing Industry Alliance (TRIA), formerly the Tile Roofing Institute (TRI) has recently received the formal code approval on our TRI/FRSA 6th edition of the Florida High Wind Concrete And Clay Tile Installation Guide – 6th Edition. It has been reviewed by the Florida Building Code and has been adopted as part of the new building codes that take effect on 12/31/2020.
Installation of Compromised Roof Tiles and the Tile Roofing Contractor’s Responsibilities
June 22, 2020
#2020-01 – There are several factors that are the responsibility of the tile roofing contractor to help reduce or eliminate the installation of compromised concrete and clay roofing tiles.
#2020-01 – There are several factors that are the responsibility of the tile roofing contractor to help reduce or eliminate the installation of compromised concrete and clay roofing tiles.
Hip and Ridge Mortar Generated Surface Efflorescence
June 20, 2019
#2019-01 – The use of mortar for the attachment and weather blocking of hip and ridge tiles is a code approved option for tile installations. When mortar is used as a component, either for fastening or weather blocking, there is the opportunity for hip and ridge mortar generated efflorescence to occur on the surface of the underlying roof tiles.
#2019-01 – The use of mortar for the attachment and weather blocking of hip and ridge tiles is a code approved option for tile installations. When mortar is used as a component, either for fastening or weather blocking, there is the opportunity for hip and ridge mortar generated efflorescence to occur on the surface of the underlying roof tiles.
REVISED Obsolete Concrete Roof Tiles Formerly Produced in Florida
October 9, 2017
REVISED October 9, 2017 – In response to the vast amount of hurricane damage related inquiries from industry professionals, please note the following list of concrete roof tiles that have been produced in or shipped to Florida over the past several decades.
