Clay & Concrete Tile Roofing

We serve Northern California across three regions: the San Francisco Bay Area (six counties from Alameda to Santa Clara), Greater Sacramento (Sacramento out to Roseville, Folsom, and Davis), and the Central Valley (Stockton to Modesto). Our crews are based in Castro Valley. We handle permits and know the building codes for each jurisdiction, which matters because requirements and fees vary significantly between cities.

We offer $0-down financing with approved credit, 12-month same-as-cash plans, and extended terms up to 15 years for larger projects. You only pay for completed, inspected work — we never ask for full payment before the job is done. Your project manager will walk you through every option during your estimate appointment. We also accept checks, ACH, and all major credit cards.

Yes. CSLB License #1078806 — verify it anytime at cslb.ca.gov. We carry $2M general liability, full workers’ comp, and are bonded per California law. We hold GAF Master Elite, Owens Corning Preferred, CertainTeed ShingleMaster, and James Hardie Elite Preferred certifications — each requires annual training and quality audits to maintain. We’re happy to provide proof of insurance before any work begins.

Most exterior projects in Northern California require a building permit. Fees vary by city — Oakland runs $200–$600, Peninsula cities often more. We handle the entire permit process: application, plan submission, and scheduling inspections. Permit fees appear as a separate line item in your estimate so you’ll see every cost upfront. For homes in WUI fire zones (Berkeley Hills, Oakland Hills, parts of Marin), we ensure full compliance with local fire-rated material requirements.

It depends. Tile weighs 9–12 lbs per square foot vs. 2–4 lbs for asphalt. Our structural engineers assess your existing framing and may recommend reinforcement. Many Bay Area homes built before 1970 need rafter sistering or truss upgrades to carry tile safely.

For homes you plan to keep long-term, yes. Tile costs $1,400–$2,500 per roofing square installed, but the 75–100 year lifespan means you may never re-roof again. In Bay Area fire zones, tile also earns insurance premium discounts.

Tile roofs need minimal maintenance — annual inspection for cracked or slipped tiles, cleared valleys, and clean gutters. The underlayment beneath the tiles typically needs replacement at 30–40 years, which is a fraction of a full re-roof cost.

A Bay Area tile roof installation typically takes 5–10 days. Structural assessment and any needed reinforcement add 2–3 days upfront. Permitting through your local jurisdiction (San Mateo County, Santa Clara County, etc.) takes 5–15 business days before work begins. Total timeline from contract signing to completion is usually 4–8 weeks.

Tile costs 50–80% more than asphalt ($1,400–$2,500/square vs. $950–$1,400) but lasts 3–4x longer (75–100 years vs. 25–30). Tile adds 5–10% to home resale value in premium Bay Area neighborhoods and provides superior fire and thermal performance. Choose asphalt for budget-sensitive projects or complex roof geometries; choose tile for long-term value, architectural prestige, and maximum durability.

Yes. All Bay Area jurisdictions require a building permit for roof replacement. Tile roofs additionally require structural engineering calculations submitted with the permit application to verify your framing can support the added weight. Hamilton Exteriors handles the complete permit process, including structural engineering, plan submission, and all required inspections. Permit fees typically range from $500–$1,500 depending on the jurisdiction.