4 Reasons Why You Need a Cornish Slate Roof:

Cornish Slate Roofs have become very desirable in the roofing tile world, purely because of slate’s superior durability when compared to the alternatives such as clay tiles and concrete tiles. What if we told you that there are more reasons to opt for a slate roof.

Fire Resistant:

Due to slate’s natural formation, it has many non-combustible qualities. For example, slate tiles do not ignite which hampers the spread of fire, making it the ideal choice in fire-risk locations. This is all thanks to how it is formed through a geological process called metamorphism, which is where the buried rock is exposed to intense pressure and heat. This gives slate its’ fire-resistant properties.

Weather Resistant:

Slate roofs are not only fireproof; they also resist the elements. Moisture cannot penetrate through slate meaning that any underlying roof structure is protected during heavy rain. Even in the depth of winter, slate can withstand the freezing temperatures without cracking. Then there’s wind, the last thing you want is your roof being blown off, which is where slate tiles hold their own as their weight help to keep them in place during extreme weather.

Eco-Friendly:

We can’t forget about how eco-friendly Cornish Slate Roofs are. Slate has natural insulation properties, helping to keep your property warm in the winter, but also cooler in the summer, thus decreasing the use of heating or air conditioning systems. As we’ve covered, slate is a natural stone, it’s from the earth and does not require energy intensive manufacturing, meaning that there is a lower carbon footprint. Also, our Cornish Slate can be delivered throughout the South West and beyond, which means there are lower transport emissions than having it imported.

Property Value:

Lastly, we have to talk about how a slate roof adds value to a property. First, there is the visual impact as slate has rich textures and tones. Next, there is the longevity of the slate; a well installed slate roof can last between 75 and 200 years, which adds to the resale value of a property, as buyers tend to recognise the durability of the material and the low maintenance cost.

So in short, it’s never too slate to upgrade your roof! Why not give us a call or visit our Trebarwith quarry or Mill Hill quarry to enquire about purchasing your new roofing tiles.