In the Colonial years, when handmade brick was scarce, the availability of native clay also afforded Valley pioneers to build attractive brick chimneys with courses of brick corbelling. The result: ...

There is no better a material cultural tie between Rhineland natives who settled the Pennsylvania Dutch Country than the medieval orange roof tiles that still protect our ancestral homes and buildings ...

Clay tiles have been in use for many years and are still installed in both residential and commercial applications. Clay tiles differ from concrete in regards to weight, attachment methods and the way ...

A clay tile roof can make your home feel like a Mediterranean getaway, so it's no surprise that many homeowners select this option. Unfortunately, the visual appeal of this roofing material does come ...

Installing a tile roof can cost anywhere from $8,000 to $90,000 depending on the roof’s size and style, but most homeowners will pay around $28,000 for a new tile roof, including labor and materials.

One of the biggest challenges firefighters face involves tailoring their tactics to the ever-changing construction industry. Often, materials used, especially on rooftops, pose specific challenges ...