Wind Damage To Concrete Tile Roof

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Wind damage to concrete tile roof.

Click any image for an enlarged detailed version our page top photo shows clay roofing tiles installed in the northeastern u s. Develop a wind load model for low medium and high profile roof tiles to compute pressures and attachment forces 2. As such damage to concrete and clay roofing tiles can also lead to costly repairs and depending on the cause of the damage may or may not be a covered loss. Uplift tas 108 95 wind tunnel char as well as.

Unfortunately this geographic area has a high propensity for storm damage such as hail and high winds. Result show that concrete tile could indeed become wind borne debris and will damage the window if not properly protected. In discussing types of clay tile roof damage we include advice about how to inspect a tile roof and on how if ever you might walk on a clay tile or concrete tile roof. Compare contrast wind resistance of installation options mech.

In addition metal shutter should be used for protecting window damage from broken concrete tiles. Clay and concrete tile roofing has been tested in accordance with 2017 florida building code residential sixth edition to meet section r 4402 high velocity hurricane zones roof assemblies and rooftop structures with wind speeds up to 150 miles per hour. Tile roofing for high wind regions key issues missiles. Even when well at tached they can be easily broken by missiles.

Rather wind tends to cause damage to the edges of the roof or areas of the roof that are already loose. Tile roofs are very vulnerable to breakage from windborne debris missiles. These loose parts of the roof are easy targets because winds can more easily rip up loose shingles causing a chain reaction. This roof had been damaged by foot traffic.

Debris is simulated as a rigid sphere in the program.