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Premium Spanish Tile Roofing in Des Plaines

Client: Private Residence

Location: Des Plaines, IL

Primary Service Provided: Roofing

Materials Installed:

Overview

This Des Plaines home received a full roof replacement featuring Brava Spanish Tile in Vintage Terra Cotta, a premium synthetic system that combines classic Mediterranean design with modern strength. Greater Midwest Exteriors managed every phase, from tear-off to inspection, delivering exceptional craftsmanship and precision across the two-month project timeline.

Installation Complexities & Our Approach

Structural Load Assessment

  • Issue

Spanish tile roofing requires evaluation of existing framing to confirm structural capacity.

  • Response

Performed a full structural analysis and reinforced the roof’s load-bearing areas to ensure the Brava tile system would perform safely for decades.

Authentic Tile Pattern Execution

  • Issue

Achieving the signature barrel-tile pattern while maintaining effective drainage.

  • Response

Planned a detailed tile layout and used Brava’s interlocking design to capture the true Spanish look while maintaining watertight integrity.

Extended Timeline Coordination

  • Issue

A two-month schedule required steady workflow and protection from weather delays.

  • Response

Organized a phased installation plan with protective staging at each step, keeping the home secure and the project on track.

Color Consistency & Material Handling

  • Issue

Maintaining uniform appearance across large quantities of synthetic tiles during extended installation.

  • Response

Implemented batch tracking and strategic tile selection to ensure seamless color transitions and an authentic aged terracotta appearance.

What We Delivered

  1. Premium Brava Tile System
    • Installed Brava Spanish Tile in Vintage Terra Cotta for true Mediterranean character.
    • Applied a multi-layer underlayment engineered for tile applications.
    • Integrated high-grade ice and water shield at key transition areas.
    • Detailed hips and ridges with matching Brava accessories.
    • Installed custom flashing around roof penetrations and chimneys.
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  2. Structural Preparation & Protection
    • Removed all existing roofing and inspected each deck surface.
    • Replaced weakened decking to ensure a stable installation base.
    • Added structural reinforcements to support the tile weight.
    • Applied synthetic underlayment with high tear resistance and UV stability.
    • Sealed deck seams and fasteners to form a complete moisture barrier.
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  3. Finishing Components
    • Installed powder-coated aluminum drip edge in a coordinated color.
    • Upgraded ventilation using ridge and soffit vent systems.
    • Added custom counter flashing at all wall transitions.
    • Applied premium-grade sealants at every weather-exposed joint.
    • Completed a final inspection using thermal imaging to confirm installation integrity.

Project Specifications

Roofing Material: Brava Spanish Tile (Vintage Terra Cotta)
Installation Duration: 2 Months
Project Investment: $81,000
Specialty Features: Synthetic Composite Tile, Lifetime Durability, Class 4 Impact Rating

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