More than any other material, the roof protects the inside of a home from the elements. In addition to protection, the roof also defines the style of a home. A slate roof is the perfect combination of durability and classic style, and that™s why we offer the best slate roofing materials for the FireRock collection.
The Strength of Slate and Attributes
- Longevity ™ A slate roof can easily last a century and usually much longer
- Slate is unaffected by weather extremes
- Tolerates temperature fluctuations and severe weather events
- Some slate is Miami-Dade accepted for hurricane zones
- Slate is very dense and does not absorb water
- 100% fire proof: exceeds all standards for fire resistance
- Since slate is stone, it simply doesn™t burn
- Hail is a major cause of roof damage each year - Slate offers excellent hail resistance
- In fact, S-1 slate has been tested to withstand class 4 ice balls in simulated severe storm conditions
- Slate is impervious to mold, mildew and insects
- Lightweight genuine slate roof systems can weigh less than 6 lbs per sq/ft ™ making them well suited to replace most cedar shake roofs
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