Synthetic Slate Roofs
While wood or asphalt shingles are the common choice among most homeowners over the past centuries, slate shingles have been around just as long and have been known as the expensive, fancy choice in roofing. But, in comes synthetic slate roofing. This material was developed to mimic the sleek look of slate shingles while saving the homeowner money.
Interested in updating your roof to synthetic slate shingles? Look no further than the expert roofers at Roberts Roofing! We service the Orangeville, Ontario area by offering roof inspections, repairs, and replacements.
Why Choose Synthetic Slate Roofing
While traditional slate shingles are beautiful, they’re heavy and tricky to install, driving costs up all around. Synthetic slates were made to be a less expensive alternative to slate roofing, but they also have the benefit of being lightweight in comparison.
Plus, you can feel good about choosing synthetic slates because they’re generally better for the environment.
How Synthetic Slate Roofs Are Made
Composed of various recycled materials including plastic and rubber, synthetic slate roofs are molded to look like any other shingle. It’s important to note that the price points and strengths of the synthetic roof depend on their material, so compare and choose based on your needs. Synthetic slate roofs are often installed just like any other shingled roof system: individual shingles are laid in layers, overlapping any seams from the layer before it, and secured in place. But, the synthetic slate shingles can also be laid in a brick-like fashion, which is more archaic.
Slate vs. Synthetic Slate
Slate is a type of stone, making traditional slate roofs very durable, yet heavy. This causes the overall price of the roof to go up, as well as labor costs. Synthetic slates remove that problem, weighing much less but still looking just as nice as the real deal. Slate shingles can be difficult to install, sometimes requiring an extra level of expertise to do so. So not only will you have a roof that looks like a fancy slate one, but you’ll save money due to lower manufacturing and installation costs.
An Eco-Friendly Choice
The synthetic materials used to create synthetic slate roofing are recycled. Since synthetic slates are man-made, ecosystems aren’t interrupted to gather the materials to create them, unlike organic choices such as slate or wood. Plus, after the synthetic slate roof’s lifecycle, the shingles can be recycled and used to create more synthetic shingles in the future.
Add a Personal Touch
Synthetic slate roofing comes in many varieties whether it be from their shape or color, or how the shingles are laid. Traditionally, homeowners will opt for a natural-looking color for their synthetic slate, somewhere in the gray or brown family. Yet this material can be manufactured into virtually any color you desire. Synthetic slate, just like traditional slate roofing, can be laid in overlapping layers or in a brick-style pattern, depending on preference and existing framework.
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SLATE ROOFING MADE AFFORDABLE
The lighter materials used to create synthetic slates drive overall costs way down during manufacturing, installation, and even transportation processes.
SUSTAINABLE AND LONG-LASTING
Made with synthetic materials chosen to withstand the worst of weather conditions, synthetic slate roofs will hold up for generations.
A VARIETY OF FINISHES
Synthetic slate is often colored to mimic the appearance of real slate, in shades of gray and brown. However, the material can technically be any color you choose.
PICK A PATTERN
Synthetic slate roofing can be laid similarly to shingle roofing, where each layer overlaps the next. Or, it can be installed similarly to traditional slate roofing, in a brick-like pattern. This may depend on the existing framework of the home.
Synthetic Slate Roofing Services
Roberts Roofing is here to help you make the switch to a steel roof, or to help you maintain your current steel roof.
Here’s what our team can do for you:
- Steel roofing evaluations and inspections
- Free estimates for all install, repair, and replacement work
- Steel roofing repairs
- Steel roofing replacement
- Steel roofing installation for new and existing buildings
Synthetic Slate Roofing Services by Roberts Roofing
Upgrade the look of your home while still saving money with synthetic slate roofing. Be environmentally friendly, and never have to worry about the durability of your roof in rough weather conditions.
Roberts Roofing are the leading local roofing specialists who are ready to help assist with any roofing projects you may be considering or roofing services you may need. We are located in Orangeville, Ontario, and serve the surrounding area. Contact us today for any questions or to schedule your roofing appointment with Roberts Roofing.
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