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Slate Roofing field guides

Expert advice, tips, and in-depth guides about slate roofing from our team of roofing professionals.

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Slate Roof Repair: Repair vs Replace Guide

Broken slates and failed flashings are repairable. Delaminating slate is not. Here is how to tell the difference, what repairs cost, and when replacement wins.

Jul 8, 20268 min read

Side-by-side comparison of synthetic composite slate shingles and natural quarried slate tiles on a roof

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Synthetic vs Natural Slate: Honest Comparison

We install both synthetic and natural slate, so we have no axe to grind. Here is the honest comparison: cost, weight, lifespan, hail and wind ratings, and resale.

Jul 8, 20268 min read

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