Removing Roof Tiles

As a general rule the removal of a tile roof costs about the same as what you d pay to install a new one although there are some variances based on the complexity of the demolition.

Removing roof tiles.

Then i could fill the gap above the window with wood. Then lift out the tiles below with the wedges in place. This video from bunnings shows you how to take a tile off and replace it prop. However there is more than one way to remove moss from your roof tiles.

Broken tiles dirt and debris will need to be picked up and removed. You ll see what i mean when you give it a go it s just a matter of clearing the nibs. Also unplug the tiles. Put your gloves and using the slate ripped remove the tiles around the flashing.

Removing the roof tiles looks like being the easiest. Once you have safely gotten to the broken tile you ll need to slightly lift the tiles that overlap the one to be removed. To get access to these tiles you may need to remove tiles around them. Use a stiff brush such as a pushbroom to scrape away any stubborn mold or lichen patches still remaining.

You should be able to simply slide the tiles back with out removing them leaving enough space to get your hand in. Interspersed with dedicated videos and pictures you will see not only the removal process of a broken tile but often the removal of the tiles around a missing or broken tile to gain access to it. This maneuver will help to remove the piles together with nails. If you do not have a scraper use a garden spade with a flat blade to hook the tiles underneath.

Working with roof tiles is a lot easier when you know a couple of basic tricks. Then use a brick trowel to lift up the broken over the baton underneath and slide it down and out. Remove tiles from the roof ridge first. To facilitate their removal cut yourself some wedges from 4x2 timber 6 inch long pieces cut diagonally and push the wedges under the tiles at the course just above the one you want to remove.

Moss can also be removed by using a stiff brush and some water to aid it. Stay well away from the edge of the roof. Work your way through the top row of tiles weakening and pulling them. Do this using two pieces of timber to hold them up.

Go down to the next row and loosen it. Some of the tiles. You can also attach a soft bristle brush to a long extendable pole if you have one so you can reach a lot further. Start at the top of the roof and work your way toward the eaves.

Being able to easily remove roof tiles is the key to unlocking a roof so you can work on it to repair or modify it.