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Understanding the Benefits of Natural Slate
Authored by Trent Cotney of Cotney Law When considering roofing materials, you may immediately think of asphalt shingles, followed closely by tile or metal. After all, those are the materials we use most often. But slate is an attractive, environmentally friendly... read more
Slate Roof Condition Assessment Surveys – Part 2 – Slating Nails
Technical Bulletin #7 Full PDF Assessing the Condition of the Slating Nails Various types of nails have been used to secure slate shingles over the years. Copper and stainless steel slating nails will typically be found to be in good condition (Figure 10).... read more
Slate Roof Condition Assessment Surveys – Part 1 – Slate Shingles
Technical Bulletin #7 Full PDF Introduction Peak U.S. domestic slate roofing production occurred in the years surrounding the turn of the twentieth century, from about 1885 to 1925 (see Technical Bulletin No. 5, “Historic Production Data”). Much of this... read more
