Roofers walk on a finished clay tile roof in Palos Verdes to replace a chipped tile. Unlike standard clay tile roofs, this roof can be walked upon because each tile lies securely on a bed of foam. |
John Navarro, right, stands with his roofing crew atop clay tiles after completing the installation. |
A roofer sprays a cake of foam. The quick-setting foam bonds the clay tile to the layer of torch down and provides a cushion of support whch allows the tile to support weight. |
 Roofers carefully place tiles. |
 A flexible second flashing will be installed between the layer of torch down and the clay tiles. |
 Two fresh coats of paint protect the eaves. |
 John Navarro poses with a new skylight and flexible flashing. |
Photos by Brian Minami / Minami Pictures
A roofer finishes the job by replacing a tile found to have a chipped corner. |