Caramel Tile Roof Lift & Reset: Port St. Lucie Project with Lasting Results

From Quiet Leaks to Major Worries

Here in sunny Port St. Lucie, the Florida skies sure can turn on you. One minute it’s clear blue, the next—bam – torrential downpour. That’s exactly the problem this homeowner was facing. Not with the weather, but with their aging concrete tile roof. Looked fine on the outside. Underneath though? Trouble.

The roof was a Boral Concrete Tile Roof in Caramel. Nice color, classic style. But no matter how pretty a roof looks, if the underlayment’s shot and you’ve got cracked tiles letting in water, you’re asking for problems. Stains started popping up inside. Attic insulation? Damp. Mold? Starting to move in.

They didn’t wait too long. Thank goodness.

So… How’d They Find Rhino Roofs?

Word-of-mouth, baby. One of their neighbors had a metal roof done by us and said, “Call Rhino. They’ll actually show up.”

And we did. That same week, we rolled out to the property for a full roof inspection—free of charge, as always. We treat every house like it’s Grandma’s, and we weren’t about to let this one slide.

What We Found (And What They Didn’t Know)

Up top, those Caramel tiles had weathered the Florida sun pretty well—but underneath? That old-school felt paper? Toast. Rotted in spots, brittle in others. The valleys were leaking. Flashing around the pipes? Rusted out.

We showed the homeowner everything—photos, moisture readings, and explained what was failing in plain English, not contractor talk. You should’ve seen their face—relieved, not overwhelmed. That’s the Rhino difference.

The Rhino Roofs Game Plan

We laid it out simple: no need for a full roof replacement if the tiles are still in good shape. So we did what we call a tile lift and reset.

Step 1: Remove Every Single Tile (Carefully)

No tile left behind. We stacked and saved the ones still solid and tossed the cracked ones. We keep extras on-hand for jobs like this, so matching color wasn’t a problem.

Step 2: Upgrade the Underlayment

Out with the old felt, in with Rhino Tough synthetic waterproof underlayment. Way stronger. Way longer lasting. It’s like giving your roof a bulletproof vest.

Step 3: Fix Flashing, Seal Valleys, Add Vents

We flashed every pipe, every edge, and every valley using corrosion-resistant metal. Installed proper roof vents too—because airflow matters when you live in a place that’s hot and humid half the year.

Step 4: Reinstall Tiles Like Puzzle Pieces

One by one, every tile went back on—tight, clean, locked in place. No shortcuts. No half-done work. Just solid craftsmanship.

The End Result? Safe, Dry, and Built to Last

From the street, the roof looks just like it always did—those warm Caramel Boral tiles still giving off that classic Florida charm. But underneath? It’s a whole different story. Now it’s Rhino Tough. Now it’s ready for whatever the skies throw down.

The homeowner? They were all smiles. No more water stains. No more stress. And they’ve got the paperwork to back it up. Warranty included.

Why Rhino Roofs?

We don’t just show up—we educate. We don’t just install—we protect. And we sure don’t disappear once the job’s done. Every roof we touch, we treat like it’s our own. And we’re right here in Fort Pierce, just down the road.

Ready to Fix What’s Hiding Under Your Tiles?

Whether it’s tile, metal, shingles, or you’re just tired of chasing leaks – Rhino Roofs is ready to help. We specialize in tile lifts, underlayment upgrades, storm repairs, and full replacements. And yep, we do gutters and siding too.

Contact us today for a free inspection!
We’ll show up, give it to you straight, and fix it right the first time.

Built Local. Built Right. Built #RhinoTough. 🦏