SLATE ROOFING EXPERTS IN TORONTO
At Royal York Roofing, we specialize in premium slate roofing services designed to enhance your home's beauty and durability. Our team of skilled slate roofers provides expert slate roof installation and repair services, ensuring that every slate roof delivers exceptional performance and timeless style. Proudly serving Toronto and the GTA, we combine traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques to give homeowners long-lasting protection and unmatched curb appeal.
What is Slate Roofing?
Slate roofing is a specific type of roofing that occurs when very smooth pieces of slate (natural stone) are used to make a covering. The slate roofing tiles can be made of natural slate or synthetic slate alternatives, and are considered one of the more long-lasting roofing options on the market today.
Long-Term Savings
Slate is one of the most impressive yet expensive types of roofs to install. However, when installed correctly – by us at Royal York Roofing – a slate roof can last for over 100 years. You may not be in your house that long, but you will save money over time and reap the benefits of your slate roof investment since this type of roofing requires minimal maintenance. Slate roofs are sustainable because they can stand up against our hard Canadian winters, and as an Ontarian, you know all too well how vicious and unforgiving the cold can be. Furthermore, slate roofs are approximately three times heavier than traditional asphalt shingles, but they can sustain additional weight, such as accumulation after a heavy snowfall.
Customize Your Slate Roof
The size and thickness of slate used for roofing are all of equal importance. Slate comes in a variety of thicknesses ranging from 3/16” to 1”, known as standard to extra heavy. In Ontario, ¼” is considered the standard. However, even if the standard Ontario-sized slate is used, you can still create eye-catching patterns across your roof. For instance, if slate is installed using the same width across the entire roofing surface, a regular pattern will be created. On the other hand, if a variety of widths is used, a different pattern will occur. Depending on what you desire for your slate roof, Royal York Roofing can create the pattern you want.
Colour Your Roof
Besides the ability to create gorgeous patterns on your roof, you can further customize slate roofing through its color. Slate comes in an array of colors, grains, and textures, such as unfading, semi-weathering, and weathering colors. Unfading slate maintains its colour for years, while its semi-weathering counterpart will change moderately over time. It is only the weathering slate colors that change more aggressively. However, a custom blend of colors can be used on any roof to suit your liking.
Contact Us for Your Free Slate Roofing Estimate
Ready to enhance your home with the timeless beauty and durability of slate roofing? The team at Royal York Roofing is here to provide you with expert advice and a no-obligation estimate. Get in touch today and discover why homeowners across Toronto and the GTA trust us for premium slate roof installation, repair, and maintenance.