The Slate Roofing Company

You walk past the hallway and spot a faint water ring near the cornice after a Sydney downpour. You wipe it, shrug, and tell yourself it will dry out. Yesterday it looked fine, today it does not, but we will get to that. If slate roof replacement has crossed your mind, it is smart to look closer while the damage stays small. Slate is tough, but the system under it ages: nails corrode, flashing loosens, and timber stays damp a little too long. Catch the early signs, and you can avoid rot, mould, and ceiling repairs. When to consider replacing a slate roof Sometimes a quick patch is enough. Other times, you are paying to chase leaks around the roof, and the weak points keep moving like a nosy neighbour. Common triggers include: Extensive slate loss: Around 10 to 15 per cent of slates missing, cracked, or slipped in several areas. Widespread delamination: Flaking or crumbling slates along ridges and valleys. Recurring leaks: Stains return after more than one fix. Structural movement: ...

  You walk past the hallway and spot a faint water ring near the cornice after a Sydney downpour. You wipe it, shrug, and tell yourself it will dry out. Yesterday it looked fine, today it does not, but we will get to that. If slate roof replacement has crossed your mind, it is smart to look closer while the damage stays small. Slate is tough, but the system under it ages: nails corrode, flashing loosens, and timber stays damp a little too long. Catch the early signs, and you can avoid rot, mould, and ceiling repairs. When to consider replacing a slate roof Sometimes a quick patch is enough. Other times, you are paying to chase leaks around the roof, and the weak points keep moving like a nosy neighbour. Common triggers include: Extensive slate loss: Around 10 to 15 per cent of slates missing, cracked, or slipped in several areas. Widespread delamination: Flaking or crumbling slates along ridges and valleys. Recurring leaks: Stains return after more than one fix. Structural move...