Waterproofing accessible roofs with tiles in Marrakech
Want a tiled roof you can use without neglecting its protection against water? We design the waterproofing beneath the tiles around the substrate, outlets and intended use of your roof.
Tiles do not replace waterproofing
Tiles provide the finish and make the roof comfortable to use. But protection against water takes place underneath, with waterproofing designed to work with the substrate, falls and outlets.
The aim is simple: an enjoyable roof space where tiling and waterproofing are treated as one coordinated job.
The elements must work together
On an accessible roof, the result depends on the complete build-up. Installing a membrane and deciding everything else afterwards is not enough.
Substrate, falls and outlets
The base must suit the project and allow water to reach the outlets properly.
Waterproofing beneath tiles
The waterproofing system is chosen for the substrate and roof configuration before its protection and finish are installed.
Protection and tile installation
The finish is planned to remain compatible with the waterproofing and regular use of the roof.
Upstands, thresholds and connections
Junctions with walls, doors and other vulnerable points are included in the work rather than treated as last-minute details.
Want to tile your roof without neglecting waterproofing?
Tell us how far your project has progressed and how you plan to use the roof. We guide you towards a suitable configuration.
A new roof or an already tiled roof?
The work is prepared differently depending on whether everything remains to be done or tiles are already in place.
Starting with a new roof
This is the best time to plan falls, waterproofing, finished levels and tiles together before the different layers are installed.
Your roof is already tiled
If water ingress appears or the waterproofing needs renewal, we first need to understand the condition of the tiles, substrate and underlying layers before choosing the remedial work.
Details that matter on a tiled roof
An attractive finish cannot compensate for a poorly designed connection. Certain points must remain compatible with the waterproofing before the roof is covered with tiles.
Water outlets
Finished levels and falls must allow water to reach the outlets without creating problem areas.
Upstands against walls
Vertical connections are part of the system and must remain compatible with the roof finish.
Thresholds and access
Doors and access points must be considered to avoid discovering a level or connection problem too late.
Finishes and connections
Tiles, edges and connections are designed as the finish over an already coherent underlying system.
How the work proceeds
The work is organised around the actual roof configuration and planned finish. The exact stages vary with the substrate and existing construction.
Defining the configuration
We assess the substrate, levels, outlets and intended use before defining the work.
Substrate preparation
The substrate and areas requiring repair are prepared before the specified waterproofing system is installed.
Waterproofing and vulnerable points
The waterproofing is installed together with the upstands, connections and outlets included in the job.
Protection and tiling
The protective layer and tiled finish are installed in accordance with the planned roof build-up.
Your roof should look good above and remain protected below
Tell us about your project before separating waterproofing and tiling into different jobs. We can define a coordinated system from the start.
What affects the price of a waterproofed, tiled roof
The price depends on the area, substrate condition, necessary repairs, waterproofing system and chosen finish. A new roof and an already tiled roof do not require the same work.
Roof waterproofing beneath tiles in Marrakech: your questions
Are tiles enough to waterproof a roof?
No. Tiles are a surface finish. On a roof exposed to rain, waterproofing must be designed beneath the finish to protect the substrate and vulnerable areas properly.
Can waterproofing be installed before choosing the tiles?
The exact tile model can be chosen later, but the type of finish, levels and intended use of the roof must be known early enough to design the complete system correctly.
Can the waterproofing on an already tiled roof be renewed?
Often, yes, but the solution depends on the condition of the tiles, substrate and existing waterproofing. The roof must be examined before deciding what to remove, retain or repair.
Can insulation be added beneath a tiled roof?
Yes, depending on the project configuration. Insulation must be integrated with the waterproofing and finish, considering available levels and intended roof use.
How long does the work take?
The duration depends on the area, substrate preparation, any repairs and planned finish. The expected schedule is defined with the scope before work starts.
Do you work on tiled villa and riad roofs in Marrakech?
Yes. We install waterproofing beneath tiles on villa, riad and other residential roofs in Marrakech, for both new construction and renovation.