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Here is a ceramic tile roof that poses a very common but surmountable challenge. The more that the ceramic tile curves, the more delicate it is -- our workers must be careful not to break any of the tiles while walking over them. As a result, the tiles must be removed to place the feet, and then replaced. During this process a subcontracted, licensed roofer must be involved. After more than ten years of installing on tile roofs, Energy Efficiency has developed relationships with several dependable and experienced roofers who are familiar with this intricate process.
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To the left, you can see that the tiles are beginning to be removed by our roofer. Underneath the tiles, you can see the black roof paper that is pivotal in keeping moisture from seeping through the roof. During this process, we are able to repair and replace any old or disintigrating parts (tiles, roof paper, etc) to extend the life of your roof. This is critical since the solar system makes the roof difficult to access.
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As the tiles are removed, the feet are placed into position. The feet are strategically placed so that they are located right above the roof frame for maximal stability and support. As the feet are placed and bolted into position on top of the roof studs, they are covered and sealed with the roof paper on top. Underneath the feet, you can see the silver slab of flashing that further protects the roof from moisture.
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Another view of the tiles being removed and replaced.
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Once the feet are bolted into position, the tiles are placed back into their original position. For the tiles that interfere with the foot, they are cut. This results in the subtlety of the appearance -- from a distance you can barely see that the feet are there. However, since the panels will ultimately cover the whole installation, it will appear as though the panels are resting on top of the tiles.
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This picture, from a different installation, shows the rails mounted on top of the feet in preparation for the panels. The rails parallel the frame of the roof.
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Here is the finished product! All you can see are the panels -- however the intricate process of placing the feet under the cut tiles are hidden.
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This installation was done on a metal tile roof that looks very similar to composite shingle. As you can see on the picture to the left, individual tiles are removed. Underneath you can see the roof paper that provides the waterproof sealing that provides leakage protection.
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To the left, you can see the matrix of feet that were placed. Each of the feet must be carefully placed over the roof frame so that weight can be distributed on the frame and not on the panels. This allows for safe distribution of weight over the roof. As you can see the feet are aligned properly and in the correct position for the mounting of the rails.
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This photograph is a closeup shot of one of the feet after it has been installed. As you can see the tile is carefully cut to accomodate the curvature of the foot. It is designed so that water, flowing downwards, cannot penetrate the connection between the foot and the roof.
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Another happy Energy Efficiency customer! After all of the feet have been placed, the rails and the panels are installed. With our extensive experience in this procedure, we are able to successfully and securely install on top of roofs without any leakage problems.
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