Concrete Tile Roof Eave Closure

A strip of metal under the concrete roof tile that prevents wildlife intrusion while providing proper rise for the eave course first row of tile for flat tiles and closes the convex opening below the eave course for barrel profiles.

Concrete tile roof eave closure. Eave riser bird stop eave closure. Our metal tile eave closures are far superior to other closures for many reasons. It also provides proper rise for the eave course or first row of tile and is used to close the convex opening below the eave course of all profile tiles such as eagle s capistrano malibu or flat profiles. Small gaps exist underneath tile roof eaves that birds can nestle in.

Cedar shakes shingles. Cosmetically metal is superior due to consistency in color and uniformity. To keep out the birds you need eave closures or what we call bird stop. It keeps the first course of tile straight and is much faster to install.

In addition boral roofing s offers vented eave risers as part of boral roofing s energy efficient roof system that allows natural intake of cool fresh air to keep the. Current roof code requires bird stop on new roofs and replacement roofs if you re completely changing out the tile. Known as either a bird stop eave closure or eave riser this component of a tile roof is a code approved 26 gauge galvanized or aluminum metal that prevents intrusion under the tile by birds or other wildlife. The eave closure can be ventilated with weep holes small holes throughout the strip of metal to promote air flow below the tile.

Metal is consistent in color and allows proper drainage. Eaves closure requirements on tile roofs both profile and flat clay roof tiles need special treatment at the eaves to raise the bottom edge of the first tile to the correct height and to close off any openings to birds and insects. It cost less than half the cost of rubber. Our concrete roof tile portfolio includes beautiful high and medium barrel tile as well as a gorgeous assortment of flat profiles in rich colors and contrasting textures that will complement any residential or commercial architecture.

Concrete clay roof tiles. There is 80 less labor expense than cement. Eaves are the edges of the roof which overhang the face of a wall.