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When hurricane protection is your top priority, metal and tile are the two strongest roofing choices. Here's how they compare on wind performance, durability, and cost for South Florida homes.
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Hurricane Roofing
For South Florida homeowners focused on storm protection, metal and tile are the two premium options, and both perform excellently against hurricane winds when properly installed to our High-Velocity Hurricane Zone code. The differences come down to how they perform, what they weigh, and what they cost.
Properly installed standing-seam metal carries some of the highest wind ratings available. Its interlocking panels and concealed fasteners give it excellent uplift resistance, and there are no individual pieces to dislodge and become airborne. Metal is also lighter, which puts less load on the structure. It's a top performer in extreme wind.
Tile, installed to code with proper fastening and a sealed secondary water barrier, also performs very well in hurricanes. Modern tile installation uses screws or foam adhesive rated for uplift, a major improvement over older methods. Tile's weight actually helps it stay put, though that weight requires adequate roof structure.
Both protect your home well in a storm when installed correctly — workmanship is the real key. Choose metal for the lightest weight, top wind ratings, and energy savings. Choose tile for the longest life and classic look if your structure supports the weight and your budget allows. We help you decide based on your specific home during a free inspection.
Hurricane Roofing FAQs
Both perform excellently against hurricane winds when properly installed to Florida code. Metal offers top wind ratings and lighter weight; tile's weight helps it stay put and it lasts longest. Installation quality matters most for either.
Properly installed modern tile, fastened with screws or rated foam adhesive and built over a sealed secondary water barrier, resists uplift well. Older, poorly fastened tile was more vulnerable, which is why correct installation is essential.
Yes, significantly. Metal puts less load on the roof structure, while tile is heavy and requires adequate framing. This weight difference can matter for some homes.
Both last decades — metal forty to seventy years and tile forty to fifty or more. Both far outlast shingle, making them strong long-term investments for storm-prone South Florida.
Metal for lightest weight, top wind ratings, and energy savings; tile for longest life and classic look if your structure and budget allow. We assess your home and help you decide with no pressure toward the costlier option.
