This natural roofing material, made from mined, fine-grain sedimentary rock, is broken into tiles or shingles with the edges either left rough or polished to a smooth edge to make roofing tiles. For generations, homeowners have chosen slate roofs to give their buildings a distinctive, elegant appearance.
Maryland's Trusted Slate Roofing Contractor
Slate roofing is a popular choice in our area, especially in the historic districts of many of the most desirable neighborhoods in Maryland and Washington, DC. Homeowners appreciate that slate roofing provides decades of virtually maintenance-free roofing, superior aesthetics, and increased home value. We are proud of our reputation as a quality slate roofing contractor in Maryland. Call Dominion Roofing today for a FREE no-obligation estimate to install or repair your slate roof.
Benefits of Slate Roofing
Beauty
There are many advantages to installing a slate roof. Chief among these is the beauty this natural material lends to a home. Each tile has a slightly different hue that blends together to give a deep and earthy loveliness to any structure. Slate is particularly well-suited to historic homes.
Duability
Slate is also among the most durable roofing material available. A well-installed slate roof can last up to 100 years. Slate roofs were very popular in the late 19th century and early 20th century. In fact, some of these 100-year-old roofs are still intact!
Savings
Slate roofs are non-combustible and resist water, wind and storm damage. Because of this, some homeowner's insurance companies offer discounts for homes with slate roofs. Such roofs also require little maintenance to keep them looking clean and beautiful for decades.
Slate Roofing Installation
Slate roofing requires different techniques and skills from those needed on asphalt and other types of roofing. Slate shingles are attached to the roof by drilling holes in each shingle and nailing them to the roof supports. Since slate shingles don’t expand or contract with the weather like wooden shingles, they are set closely together, with each layer slightly overlapping the next.
The roofers at Dominion Roofing know that there are unique challenges when installing slate roofing on many roofs. However, we have the experience and skills necessary to navigate any challenge—allowing us to install a beautiful slate roof with the care and precision needed for decades of trouble-free use.
Slate Roofing Repair
Though slate roofs are very durable and generally require little maintenance, even the best slate roof may need a repair from time to time. The installation process may damage some shingles, or debris from a chimney or vent may crack them. Fortunately, it’s an easy process for a skilled roofing contractor to replace a few individual shingles.
With more than 25 years of slate roofing repair experience, the experts at Dominion Roofing have seen and repaired all types of slate roofing problems. From small crack repairs to major damage caused by falling trees, Dominion Roofing can get your roof repaired fast.
Why Choose Dominion Roofing Co. For Slate Roofing?
Slate roof installation and repair are not tasks you want to leave to a seasonal handyman or someone who doesn’t specialize in roofing projects. The materials are too expensive to waste on an improper installation job. Dominion Roofing offers the skill and craftsmanship that comes with 25 years of roofing experience so that you can enjoy your slate roof for years to come.
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