If you tell a roofer that you want a tile roof, they're likely to ask you, "what kind?" There are two different kinds of roof tiles that are popular. Clay tiles and concrete tiles both have their place. However, if you have the choice, concrete tiles are often the better option. They have a few advantages over clay tiles, as described below.

They are heavier and more resistant to wind.

Clay tiles are heavy, but concrete tiles are even heavier. This does mean your home's structure may need to be reinforced in order to support the concrete tiles. However, when a big wind storm blows through, you'll be glad you went to the trouble. The extra weight of the concrete tiles makes them even less likely to blow off during a hurricane, blizzard, or bad thunderstorm.

They come in more colors and styles.

Clay tiles are that classic, terra cotta color. Some people really like this look, but many people do want a different look. Concrete tiles come in many different colors and patterns. You can find round tiles, barrel-shaped tiles, and even some that look like flat shingles. Concrete tiles also come in a variety of colors, such as white, gray, tan, and black. If you have a specific look in mind for your home, you can more easily achieve it with concrete tiles than with clay ones. 

They are made with some recycled materials.

Clay tiles are made from a natural material, which is good. But concrete tiles often include some recycled materials, such as old concrete and stone from old building materials. To many, this makes concrete tiles the more sustainable choice since they help keep waste out of landfills.

They tend to come with better warranties.

Concrete tiles are less likely to crack and sustain damage in bad weather. As such, you will often see better and longer warranties on concrete roofing than on clay tile roofing. This can give you more peace of mind since you'll know you won't have to pay for roof repairs during this timeframe. A longer warranty also suggests that the manufacturer is more confident in the strength and longevity of their materials.

If you're considering tile roofing for your home, make sure you give concrete tile a close look. While it's not right for every home, it does have some advantages over clay that are important to consider.

Speak to a local roofer to see about using concrete tile for your roof replacement.