When you get your tile roof installed by the experts at E.W. MacDowell Roofing, fireplaces and smokestacks are no concern. When it came to the west, tile roofing was popular in climates where heat was a primary concern, but over the years, fireplaces have become a status symbol that offers comfort even in tropical climates. In a hub for barrel tile roofing, West Palm Beach, FL, property owners value the cooling factor and charming aesthetic that tile brings to the table, regardless of whether or not chimneys factor in.