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Natural Slate Roofing in NYC

Quarried natural slate roofing with custom copper flashing โ€” installed with the structural care and detail work this material demands.

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Natural Slate

Natural Slate Roofing

Quarried natural slate is one of the longest-lasting roofing materials available โ€” some natural slate roofs last well over a century with proper installation and flashing. It's heavier than other roofing materials, which means structural considerations matter as much as the slate itself.

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Exceptional Longevity

Properly installed natural slate roofs can outlast several generations of asphalt shingle roofs.

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Natural Color Variation

No two slate roofs look identical โ€” genuine stone texture and color depth that synthetic materials can't fully replicate.

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Structural Considerations

Natural slate is significantly heavier than asphalt or synthetic roofing, so we assess roof framing before installation.

Why Choose SwiftBuild

Why Choose SwiftBuild

The membrane is only as good as the installation underneath it.

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Installed To Spec

Correct slate hook or nail installation, headlap, and exposure for your specific slate grade.

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25+ Years of Experience

Decades of slate roofing work across Queens, Brooklyn, and Nassau County.

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Copper Flashing Expertise

Custom copper valley and flashing work suited to slate's long service life.

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Photos Through Every Stage

Documentation from structural assessment through final course.

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Transparent Pricing

A clear, itemized estimate before work starts.

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Licensed & Insured

Fully licensed and insured for slate roofing work.

Our Process

How Natural Slate Installation Works

1

Structural Assessment

Roof framing is assessed to confirm it can support slate's additional weight.

2

Remove Old Roofing

Full tear-off down to the decking.

3

Install Underlayment

Heavy-duty underlayment designed for slate's long service life.

4

Install Flashing First

Copper valley, step, and chimney flashing installed before slate courses begin.

5

Install Slate Courses

Slate is installed course by course with proper headlap and exposure, hung on hooks or nailed depending on the system.

6

Ridge & Hip Finish

Ridge and hip caps complete the installation, matched to the slate profile.

Natural Slate FAQ

Common Questions

Natural slate is one of the longest-lasting roofing materials available, with some installations lasting over a century when flashing and maintenance are kept up.
Often yes โ€” we assess your roof framing before installation, since natural slate is considerably heavier than asphalt shingles or synthetic alternatives.
Natural slate offers unmatched authenticity and longevity; synthetic slate is much lighter and generally less expensive. See our synthetic slate page for that comparison.

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