Category Archives: Tile

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Posted on March 11, 2013 by Lone-Star Roof Systems, LLC Editor

Did you know Lone-Star Roof Systems is your one-stop shop for all your roofing needs? As Texas’ Premier roofing company, we do new construction roofs, reroofs, repairs, and anything in-between! Whether you are looking for the best roof of the … Continue reading →

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Home Inspections

Posted on August 27, 2012 by Lone-Star Roof Systems, LLC Editor

Buying and maintaining a home can be a scary proposition, especially for first-timers, but with a little preparation you can be on top of the process and buy with confidence. When buying a home it is always important to insist on … Continue reading →

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Annuitized Tile Roofs – A Look at Expense and Value

Posted on August 22, 2012 by Lone-Star Roof Systems, LLC Editor

In previous blogs we have talked about the beauty and durability of tile roofs for many types of homeowners. But what about the expense?  It is true that these roof tiles can be much more expensive than a traditional shingle-style … Continue reading →

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Is Your Contractor Equipped to Install Tile?

Posted on June 29, 2012 by Lone-Star Roof Systems, LLC Editor

Many contractors install shingle roofs every day, in fact over 90% of homes in America have shingle roofs. Tile roofs are less common but are growing in popularity, should you trust your tile roof installation to someone based on high … Continue reading →

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What’s in a Roof: Tile System Components

Posted on June 6, 2012 by Lone-Star Roof Systems, LLC Editor

Tile roof systems are very different from shingle systems due to the properties of the material as well as the shape of tiles. Tile systems are designed to help air and water flow while minimizing wind uplift and water damming … Continue reading →

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What’s in a Roof?

Posted on May 23, 2012 by Lone-Star Roof Systems, LLC Editor

A good roof is more than shingles or tiles, it is a system with several components which work together to protect your home from the elements. Without quality products and proper installation a roof will not be as durable or … Continue reading →

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History of Tile Roofing

Posted on December 19, 2011 by Lone-Star Roof Systems, LLC Editor

The history of tile roofs began thousands of years ago. Around 5,000 years ago, ancient records show that the Chinese began creating clay roofing tiles. Also around that time, flat earthenware roof tiles were also seen in Greece. Over time, … Continue reading →

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