Resin roofing tiles and PVC roofing tiles have long ceased to be novelties in the domestic building materials market. However, the fact that Guangdong Gaoyi Building Materials has managed to sell these two products to 20 countries worldwide—and has even attracted foreign clients to proactively seek cooperation and place orders—demonstrates the company’s genuine strength. This company’s business model does not rely on low-price strategies, nor is it driven by mere luck.
Is the product's weather resistance really up to par?
When foreign customers select roofing tiles, their first priority is to inquire about durability. The key to Gaoyi’s resin and PVC roofing tiles establishing a strong foothold in regions such as Southeast Asia, Africa, and South America lies in their formulation. Instead of using ordinary recycled materials, they employ brand-new ASA and PVC raw materials, supplemented with UV stabilizers. A sample left exposed to the elements outdoors for five years in Gaoyi’s workshop showed almost no significant fading. Such weather resistance is particularly popular in tropical regions.
Another key feature is impact resistance. In many regions where our international clients are located, typhoons and hailstorms are common occurrences. Gaoyi’s resin roofing tiles have undergone steel ball impact tests; when struck with a standard drop hammer, the tile surface leaves only a shallow dent and does not crack. A distributor from the Philippines noted that they previously used metal roofing tiles, which would be blown off during typhoons. After switching to Gaoyi’s resin tiles, the complaint rate dropped by 70%. Such authentic feedback is more valuable than any certification.
Is the installation worth the cost?
When foreigners undertake construction projects, they dread nothing more than running into complications. Gao Yi’s tile design features a specialized interlocking structure that allows for assembly as easily as stacking building blocks—no sealant or special accessories are required. An average worker can install over 100 square meters in a single day, cutting labor costs by half compared to traditional tiles. This is highly attractive for the European and American markets, where labor costs are high.
In terms of cost, Gaoyi has adopted a “high value for money” approach. By locating its production lines in Guangdong, centralizing raw material procurement, and utilizing shipping containers for logistics, the company has managed to keep the factory price per tile lower than that of many small domestic manufacturers. However, the company maintains extremely strict quality control standards. Every batch of tiles undergoes dimensional inspection, color consistency checks, and aging resistance testing before leaving the factory. An Egyptian customer noted that he had previously purchased inexpensive tiles locally, which became brittle and cracked after two years of use; however, after switching to Gaoyi tiles, three years have passed without any issues. It is this reliability demonstrated over long-term use that drives them to place repeat orders.
How do we handle after-sales service and logistics?
With sales reaching as many as 20 countries, logistics and after-sales service are areas that many people are skeptical about. Gao Yi’s approach is to set up a small warehouse or a partnered warehouse in each target market, ship an initial container of goods there, and then restock based on orders. This way, when customers place an order, they don’t have to wait a full month for ocean freight; they can receive their goods in just three to five days. They have implemented this model in Indonesia, Nigeria, and Peru.
When it comes to after-sales service, Gaoyi’s “10-year warranty” promise is not just empty rhetoric. The company has a dedicated technical team for overseas markets that provides remote installation guidance via video. Should any quality issues arise, Gaoyi will directly replace the tiles with new ones, and the shipping costs are covered by the company. Such service represents a significant investment within the building materials industry, yet the results are both rapid and evident. Many small customers, who had been nearly suffocated by major brands’ price-cutting tactics, have instead become loyal fans after encountering Gaoyi’s approach.
