Contact our specialist installers to discuss your Slate Roofing projects. Noad Roofing Ltd are experienced installers of Slate roofs’, most commonly natural slate across the beautiful City of Bath.
There are many unique types of Roofing Slate, just a few:
Natural Slate
Fine grained foliated natural slate easily splits into thin slab, making it an attractive roofing product. Homeowner and architects value Natural slate as it comes in many colours and textures, and when well maintained, provides fire, pest and moisture resistance. High cost of materials and installation can deter from using natural slate and other type of roofing slate may then be explored.
Fibre Cement Slate
Manufacturers use sand, cellulose fibres and cement to produce this type of slate. A A cheaper alternative to natural slate in a variety of colours and formats. Fibre cement slates are water, fire and insect resistant.
Concrete slate
A cheaper alternative to natural slate manufactured with cement, sand, water and oxide. Energy efficient, permitting air to circulate under and through the roof, decreasing heat transfer. When installed professionally can withstand severe weather and impact for a life span of 50 years. Requires routine inspection and maintenance.
Composite slate
Lightweight, do not require additional structural support. Durable against UV rays, moisture, foot traffic, temperature shifts and impact. Limited breaking, cracking, denting and shrinking, less maintenance and repair costs. An elegant, beautiful colour for its lifetime.
Bituminous Slate
Manufactured using bitumen. For homeowners looking for an inexpensive way to achieve a slate design. Bituminous slate will overtime dimmish its integrity and life span through exposure to wind, rain and changing temperature.