Eagle Roof Tiles

What Eagle Roof Tiles does

Eagle Roof Tiles is a South African owner-driven manufacturer of interlocking concrete roof tiles, founded in 2000 in George and headquartered in the Western and Eastern Cape regions. The company operates two production facilities (Atlantis in Cape Town, acquired in 2007, and Port Elizabeth, commissioned in 2005) plus depots and sales offices in George, Parow, and East London, giving it direct distribution coverage described as "West Coast to Wild Coast." It employs 1-10 staff according to disclosed firmographic data and sells across both premium residential (Mediterranean-style homes using Tuscan and Romano profiles) and cost-conscious group housing (using the economical Double Roman) segments.

Its core product line comprises six proprietary tile profiles — Double Roman, Tuscan, Romano, Slate, Shingle, and Reno — manufactured by mixing inorganic iron pigments with washed sand and cement to produce through-colour, colourfast tiles. The Shingle profile is described as exclusive to Eagle in South Africa, and the Tuscan was the first concrete tile to emulate traditional clay bent tiles. Revenue is generated through one-time product sales at point of purchase, complemented by a complete roof-system offering including fittings (ridges, barges, verges) and proprietary sundries such as the three-layer Eagle Undertile Membrane and Eaves Comb Filler. All products carry SABS certification. The go-to-market is sales-led via direct branch contacts across five locations, with the website functioning primarily as a product catalogue rather than an e-commerce or digital marketing channel.

Name

Eagle Roof Tiles

Legal name

Eagle Roof Tiles

Website

https://eaglerooftiles.co.za

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Eagle Roof Tiles is a South African, owner-driven manufacturer of interlocking concrete roof tiles founded in 2000. It sells six proprietary tile profiles, fittings, and sundries directly through five branches across the Western and Eastern Cape, serving both high-end residential and group housing developers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Concrete Roof Tiles

NAICS

Asphalt Shingle and Coating Materials Manufacturing (324122)

SIC

Concrete, Gypsum & Plaster Products (3270)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYIMADAFAC

Clay & Concrete Roof Tiles

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Building Materials & Products/Roofing Materials & Systems

SECONDARYIMADAFAJ

Flashing, Edge Metal & Roof Accessories

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Building Materials & Products/Roofing Materials & Systems

Keywords

• Concrete roof tiles
• Interlocking roof tiles
• Roof tile manufacturing
• Roofing materials
• Concrete tile profiles

Headquarters

HQ city

Atlantis

HQ country

South Africa

HQ region

Africa

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Operations, Supply Chain, Personnel, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Concrete Roof Tiles Sales: Eagle Roof Tiles generates revenue through the manufacture and sale of concrete roof tiles. The company offers a comprehensive choice of interlocking concrete tile designs across 6 profiles (Double Roman, Tuscan, Romano, Slate, Shingle, Reno) in various colours and finishes. Revenue is generated through one-time product sales at point of purchase, with complementary revenue from fittings (V-Butt Ridge, Tapered Ridge, Rake Verge, Gable Roll, 90 degree Barge, Mono Ridge, Hip Starter, Tapered Hip Starter) and sundries (Nails, Storm Clips, Eaves Comb Filler, Pigments, Undertile Membrane).

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels1 record

Core offering

Eagle Roof Tiles manufactures and supplies interlocking concrete roof tiles from three production facilities in South Africa (Atlantis, George, and Port Elizabeth). The company offers six distinct tile profiles (Double Roman, Tuscan, Romano, Slate, Shingle, and Reno) in multiple colour options and finishes, complemented by tile fittings (ridges, barges, verges) and sundries (undertile membrane, eaves comb filler, nails, storm clips, pigments). Products are sold directly through five company-owned branches serving the Western Cape and Eastern Cape regions.

Product overview

Eagle Roof Tiles is a South African manufacturer of concrete roof tiles offering a comprehensive range of interlocking concrete tile designs. The core product portfolio consists of six distinct tile profiles: Double Roman (economical classic), Tuscan (Mediterranean-style pantile), Romano (bold roll tile with Mediterranean flair), Slate (flat modern look), Shingle (unique flat single roll, exclusive to Eagle in South Africa), and Reno (traditional design from original South African cement tiles). These are complemented by supporting products including tile fittings (ridges, barges, verges) and sundries (undertile membrane, eaves comb filler, nails, storm clips, pigments). The company serves markets from high-end private dwellings to cost-conscious group housing across the Western and Eastern Cape.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Double Roman Classic concrete roof tile that has set the industry standard for over 50 years with an ageless versatile design; the most economical tile in the Eagle range. Overall size 420 x 332mm, mass per tile 4.4kg. Suitable for roof pitches from 17.5° to 25° and 26°+.
• Tuscan Concrete roof tile that emulates traditional bent clay roof tiles with a deep parabolic (high arch) roll. Ideal for Mediterranean-style architecture. Mass per tile 4.8kg. Pantile-covered roofs are lighter than flat-tile equivalents and can be laid to a lower pitch.
• Romano Concrete roof tile combining the lasting appeal of original cement roof tiles with Mediterranean flair; a bold roll tile design. Mass per tile 4.6kg.
• Slate Flat roof tile with understated elegance and a modern look that complements contemporary architecture with clean lines. Overall size 420 x 330mm, mass per tile 5.2kg. Requires roof pitch exceeding 26 degrees.
• Shingle Unique flat single roll tile exclusive to Eagle Roof Tiles in South Africa. Offers a different look from every angle with changing shadow lines as the sun moves. Can be applied at low pitches.
• Reno Traditional concrete roof tile design that has endured through continuing demand. Has its roots in the first concrete roof tiles made in South Africa.
• Tile Fittings Range of complementary concrete roof tile fittings including V-Butt Ridge, Tapered Ridge, Rake Verge, Gable Roll, 90 degree Barge, Mono Ridge, Hip Starter, and Tapered Hip Starter for complete roof installations.
• Eagle Undertile Membrane Three-layer non-breathable roofing underlay made of 400 micron non-woven spunbonded polypropylene. Features superior wind uplift strength, high heat resistance, noise-free when windy, waterproof, and absorbent inner layer to control condensate run-off. Hydrostatic head 1m, tensile strength 200 Newtons, nail tear strength 80 Newtons. Mandatory for roof pitches below 26 degrees and above 45 degrees, and for coastal areas.
• Eaves Comb Filler Flexible fingered device designed to fill gaps left when using profiled tiles, preventing entry of birds and vermin beneath tiles. Each unit covers 300mm.
• Sundries (Nails, Storm Clips, Pigments) Supporting sundry products for concrete roof tile installations including Nails, Storm Clips, and Pigments for tile installation, security, and colour matching/maintenance.

Quantifiable outcome

• Tuscan pantile-covered roofs are lighter than flat-tiled equivalents and can be laid to lower pitch
• +1 more outcomes

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Broad incumbents

• Boral Limited: Boral is an Australian-headquartered building materials and construction group with concrete roof tile operations across Australia, Asia, and selected markets. While not directly active in South Africa, they are comparable in scale and product focus as a concrete tile manufacturer with national distribution.
• Wienerberger AG: Wienerberger is a European-headquartered leading manufacturer of clay and concrete roof tiles, bricks, and pavers. As one of the world's largest roof tile producers, they provide a comparable reference point for a vertically integrated concrete roof tile manufacturer operating at scale.
• Lafarge South Africa (now part of Holcim): Lafarge / Holcim is a major global building materials group with significant South African operations, including cement, aggregates, and roofing-related concrete products. Their scale and capital base position them as a broad incumbent with the ability to compete in concrete roof tiles and adjacent categories.
• Monier (BMI Group / Standard Industries): Monier, part of BMI Group, is one of the world's largest roof systems manufacturers, with operations across multiple geographies including concrete and clay tiles. Their global R&D and broad product portfolio provide competitive pressure on regional players like Eagle Roof Tiles.

Others

• Corobrik: Corobrik is South Africa's largest clay brick manufacturer and also offers concrete roof tiles. They are an adjacent building materials supplier targeting similar builders, developers, and homeowners in the South African construction value chain.

Direct peers

• Coverland: Coverland is a leading South African concrete and clay roof tile manufacturer and supplier. They offer a wide range of roof tiles, including concrete profiles, across national distribution—directly competing with Eagle Roof Tiles for residential and group housing roofing projects in South Africa.
• BMI Coverland (formerly part of Braas Monier): BMI Coverland (incorporating the legacy Braas Monier brand in South Africa) is a direct competitor manufacturing concrete and clay roof tiles with national South African distribution, supplying both new-build and re-roofing markets across residential and commercial segments.
• Marley Roofing: Marley is a long-established South African manufacturer and distributor of roof tiles and related building products. They serve national markets with both concrete and clay tiles, overlapping with Eagle's product range and competing for similar residential and commercial roofing customers.

Regional players

• Clay Tile Exporters SA: Clay Tile Exporters is a regional South African clay and concrete roof tile supplier serving parts of the Western Cape market. While smaller and more focused on clay tiles, they compete for similar residential roofing customers in overlapping regional geographies.

Emerging players

• Eagle Roofing Products (US): Eagle Roofing Products is a US-based concrete roof tile manufacturer serving North American residential markets. While geographically separate, they share a very similar product positioning, brand name, and customer base with Eagle Roof Tiles in South Africa.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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