Types of roofing slates and their advantages

When planning to get a roof redone or when building a new one, many people get confused in selecting the roofing slates. With different roofing slate materials available today, you can choose from natural stone roofing slate or manmade ones.

How to select roofing slates

The type of roofing slate available and the one that you select mainly depends on the area of your residence. The materials require a high degree of skill and structural reinforcement prior to installation. This is mainly because of their weight. These are some important factors to consider prior to settling for roofing slates.

On the other hand, artificial roofing slates are much lighter and cheaper. They look more like genuine natural stone slates. Roofing slates come in different sizes, materials, colours and shapes. All these positive characters make manmade roofing slates a preferred choice amongst the majority of home builders.

Although stone roofing slates are stylish but heavy, many people still prefer using them. They are best if you want to give a high-end look to your home. So, you can buy them based on your preferences.

Advantages of professional installation

After purchasing roofing slates, you should look to hire professionals to do the installation work. This will ensure that your roof is installed properly and professionally. With professional installation, you can avoid the chances of gaps and leaks originating from the flooring.

Published at: 17-03-2011
Mikey Hill
Mikey Hill

Mikey Hill is the E-commerce department manager at JJ Roofing. With over a decade of experience in the roofing industry, he has extensive knowledge in flat and pitched roofing, roof windows, and fascia and guttering.

Mikey also has an excellent understanding of raw material attributes, ensuring the application of best practices across all roofing structures. As a result of his deep understanding of the roofing industry and dedication to excellence, over the last several years, Mikey has become a pivotal figure at JJ Roofing and is part of the reason why we continue to exceed our customer’s expectations.

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