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Unilock Roofing: The Orlando Owner’s Guide
Unilock roofing replacement in Orlando typically runs $8,000 to $20,000 installed, depending on roof size, pitch, and the condition of the decking underneath. Most homeowners discover they need this work after a Florida storm exposes a leak, or when they spot cracked tiles and granule loss that has gone past the repair point. You’ll find us in the College Park area regularly, where older bungalows with original Unilock profiles need matching that respects the roofline, not just a patch. We stock Unilock-compatible roofing components on our trucks and can usually match your existing profile without waiting on a special order.
Which Unilock Models This Applies To
Unilock manufactures several roofing profiles, and compatibility matters more than most homeowners expect. The big gotcha: Unilock concrete roof tiles use a distinctive interlocking edge geometry that differs from clay tile and from other concrete tile makers. You cannot drop a generic concrete tile into a Unilock layout and expect water to shed correctly. If your home has the Unilock Estate profile, the tile has a deeper water channel and a longer overlap than the Unilock Standard. Measure one tile: Estate runs roughly 16.5 inches by 13 inches, Standard runs about 15.5 inches by 12.5 inches. The part number is stamped on the underside, usually near the nibs, and we can verify it at the site in seconds.
For OEM versus aftermarket: Unilock original tiles are the safest match for color and profile, but they can have long lead times in Florida and cost more per square than a quality aftermarket equivalent from companies like Eagle or Boral. For most Orlando homes, a well-matched aftermarket tile from a manufacturer using the same profile spec performs identically, and we install them confidently. Sawyer Remodel Orlando is an independent service provider and not affiliated with Unilock, so we’re free to tell you when the OEM markup is worth it and when it’s not. We also stock compatible underlayment and flashing for Unilock systems, since those are typically the first things to fail.
Styles & brands we work with
Signs Your Unilock Roofing Is Failing
- Loose or sliding tiles after a wind event. Central Florida gets afternoon thunderstorms that test every interlock. If you can see shifted tiles from the ground, the nibs or batten fasteners have failed, and water is already getting under the tile field.
- Granule accumulation in gutters. Concrete tiles shed fine aggregate as they age, especially on north-facing slopes where algae holds moisture longer. A consistent trickle of grit at the downspout means the tile face is eroding.
- Hairline cracks radiating from a corner. Thermal cycling in Orlando does this, not just impact. When a tile cracks, capillary action pulls water underneath even in light rain.
- Damp ceiling spots that appear days after rain. Underlayment fails quietly. By the time you see a stain, the felt or synthetic underlayment has been compromised for months.
- Visible rust on tile clips or nails. Salt air from the Atlantic side and constant humidity accelerate metal degradation. Rusted clips release tiles even without a storm.
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AfterReplacement Cost & What’s Included
Full Unilock roof replacement in Orlando falls between $8,000 and $20,000 installed. A smaller ranch in College Park sits near the low end; a two-story home with a steep pitch and multiple valleys pushes toward the high end. Here’s what’s included in our pricing:
- Tear-off and disposal of existing tile, underlayment, and failed flashing
- Decking inspection with rotted sheathing replacement priced per sheet before we start
- New synthetic underlayment rated for Florida wind uplift
- Unilock-compatible tile in your color and profile, OEM or aftermarket per your choice
- New flashing at valleys, chimneys, pipes, and wall intersections
- Replacement clips, nails, and hip/ridge trim
If the job is a repair rather than full replacement, roof repair runs $400 to $1,800 in Orlando, and tile roof repair specifically runs $600 to $2,500. Every quote is a written line-item price before we touch the roof. The 365-Day Done Right Promise covers our workmanship for a full year, and that’s in writing on every contract.
DIY or Call Us?
Here’s the honest split. You can safely inspect your Unilock roof from the ground with binoculars, check gutters for granules, and look for shifted tiles after a storm. That’s worth doing. What you should not do is walk a concrete tile roof in Orlando. Tile is brittle, the surface is slick with Florida algae, and one wrong step cracks every tile underfoot. Falls from a tile roof are serious, and the tiles themselves will break under the weight of a person who does not know how to distribute it. We see homeowners turn a $600 repair into a $2,000 job by walking the slope looking for a leak. Luca Romano has spent nearly two decades on Central Florida roofs including plenty of older bungalows in College Park, and even he will tell you that the only thing worse than a cracked tile is a broken one under your feet. If you see damage, call us at (850) 809-0306 and we’ll inspect it properly with the right ladder and roof shoes.
FAQs
Unilock concrete tile roofs typically last 40 to 50 years in Orlando, but the underlayment beneath them usually fails at 20 to 25 years and must be replaced even if the tiles still look fine. Call (850) 809-0306 and we’ll inspect both layers so you know where your roof actually stands.
Yes. Tile roof repair in Orlando runs $600 to $2,500 depending on how many tiles are broken and whether the underlayment is still sound. If the underlayment has failed, patching tiles is a temporary fix and we’ll tell you that straight. Call (850) 809-0306 for a free inspection and a written quote either way.
Most full Unilock replacements in Orlando take 3 to 5 working days from tear-off to final inspection, with weather delays being the main variable. You’ll get a live arrival time and photo updates before and after under The Relay Visibility Guarantee, so you’ll never wonder what happened on the roof that day. Call (850) 809-0306 to schedule a walkthrough and we’ll give you a real timeline.
Yes. We carry common Unilock profiles, matching colors, clips, flashing, and underlayment on our trucks, so many repairs in Orlando get finished the same day we arrive. If your exact profile is out of stock, we order it and give you a written price and arrival date before any work starts. Call (850) 809-0306 and tell us your tile’s part number if you have it; if not, we’ll match it from the ground.
Written by Luca Romano, Owner & Lead Contractor, Sawyer Remodel Orlando at Sawyer Remodel Orlando, serving Orlando and nearby areas.
