Slate Roofing
Premium roofing made from natural slate stone, known for exceptional durability and 100+ year lifespan.
Cost and Installation
Slate costs $300-500 per square and requires specialist installation. A 2,000 sq ft slate roof costs $6,000-10,000 in materials alone, plus $3,200 in specialized labor.
Not every contractor can install slate safely. You need someone trained in slate work.
Why Slate?
Slate lasts 100+ years. It's fire-proof, hail-proof, wind-proof. It looks beautiful. If you stay in your house forever and want zero roof maintenance concerns, slate is the choice.
But it's heavy. Your house structure needs to support it. And repairs require specialist contractors, which costs more.
Who Chooses Slate
Slate is for homeowners planning to stay 20+ years, wanting maximum durability, or living in high-hail or high-wind areas. It's an investment in permanence, not just roofing.