A Single, Unified Shield.
In historic and institutional construction, the roof and the masonry are not separate systems—they are a single, integrated shield. Globe Iron Roofing is the only local partner capable of managing the complex intersection of fired tile and specialty masonry. We eliminate the coordination gaps that lead to failure, ensuring your landmark asset is restored to a master-builder standard.
Why the Intersection Matters.
Most commercial leaks on historic structures don’t actually start in the field of the roof; they start where the tile meets the masonry. By self-performing both trades, Globe Iron ensures that flashing, counter-flashing, and mortar joints work in unison rather than in conflict.
Solving the "Ignorance Gap"
Many contractors shy away from tile because they don’t understand the system. We embrace it. We understand the physics of fired clay and concrete, providing technical solutions for systems that have been in place since the 19th century.
Surgical Masonry Restoration
From rebuilding parapet walls to repointing chimney stacks and steeples, our masonry work is executed with historic-grade mortars that match the strength and breathability of the original structure.
Material Sourcing & Archive
We maintain one of the region’s largest inventories of discontinued and reclaimed tile. If your building needs a match for a 100-year-old profile, we likely have it in stock or have the network to find it.
Restoration for Institutional Standards.
Clay & Concrete Tile Systems
Tile is an ingenious, effective system that can last for centuries. We specialize in “lifting” old tile, replacing the failed underlayment and copper flashings, and relaying the original tile to preserve the building’s aesthetic and historical value.
Integrated Masonry Repair
A new roof won’t stay dry if the masonry above it is porous. We handle the structural and aesthetic repair of the stone and brickwork that intersects with your roofing system, ensuring a monolithic seal against the elements.
Copper & Lead-Coated Detailing
We utilize our in-house sheet metal shop to fabricate the heavy-gauge copper flashings and conductor heads required to move water off a massive tile roof and away from the masonry foundation.
Technical Coordination for Stakes that Matter.
Landmark buildings require a high degree of professional documentation and logistical planning.
For Facility Managers & Church Boards
We offer long-term asset management. We prioritize restoration over replacement whenever possible, honoring the original architecture while extending the system’s life by decades.
For GCs & Architects
We simplify your job site. Instead of managing two or three separate specialty subs, you have one partner who owns the entire “wet” scope of the building envelope.
Radical Transparency
Every repair, every mortar match, and every hidden flashing detail is documented in our “Friday at 5” reports, giving you a permanent digital record of the restoration.
Cincinnati Born. Regionally Agile.
From the historic steeples of Over-the-Rhine and Covington to the institutional campuses of Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky, Globe Iron Roofing is the region’s elite custodian for tile and masonry heritage.
Whatever the heritage demands.
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