2 Common Misconceptions About Slate Roofs

If you are working with a homeowner that is considering a slate roof then you know the financial commitment involved. There’s no getting around the fact that slate roofs are more expensive than most traditional roofing options. But don’t let them quickly disregard slate on cost alone.

Slate roofing is most notably known for its longevity and attractive appearance. But there are a couple of misconceptions out there that are giving homeowners the wrong impression about slate.

Misconception #1: It’s expensive to fix a leaking slate roof

What becomes expensive is when a leak is not addressed immediately. One of the biggest advantages with slate is that when one slate tile is damaged and causing a leak, it’s very simple to repair it. And if a leak is addressed right away, less or even no damage to the underlayment will occur.

Misconception #2: The price is unreasonable

Probably the biggest advantage of slate roofing is that it will last essentially forever; or, at least the entire lifespan of the home. Many manufacturers offer a 100-year warranty if that tells you anything. A home in that same 100-year period, may need three+ asphalt roofs replaced. So homeowners will be paying more upfront, but considering many of the benefits to slate like longevity, durability, appearance, and simplicity of repairs, the cost is justifiable.

Slate is definitely an ideal option to enhance the look of any home. You know that part of the expense is for installation because of the expertise required. We have revolutionized the installation of roofing hooks with our BECK Fastener Group^® Slate Hook System. With our system, the collated roofing hooks are pneumatically driven with the new slate hook tool and represent the fastest, safest and most efficient slate shingle installation method to date. You can learn more about our system and the installation efficiencies you can gain by downloading the whitepaper.