Slate roofing is a natural product .slates are available in many sizes & can be cut to lengths and shapes by quality craftsmen .Slate roofs properly installed and maintained last well over 100 years .A trend in the industry to smash them off and dispose of older roofs is something recommended by the contractor who has little or no experience in its repair Although some roofs have lived to a point that they need to be replaced the percentage is relatively small .a good reliable craftsman maintains a stock of slates for repair ,repairs are made using used slates removed from projects they are also purchased from salvage suppliers across the country. ,they are used but still in good condition and match better with the existing older roofs .New slates are obtained from the quarries as needed for each project as they are both costly and vary in color .again quality contractors maintain some new in stock .Professional roofing contractors also known to buy and trade slates between themselves as it is impossible to maintain every size and color. It is good for both good competitors and slate roof owners when this takes place .Slate roof work is usually in conjunction with other products such as copper valley,s and copper guttering work, snow rails and retention systems are also an important integral part of these roofs . Properly maintained slate roofs by skilled craftsmen are a long term sound investment .We here at Merrick Engineering Company Inc have both the skills required and proper equipment needed to provide you with quality workmanship for your project .Always hire a professional roofing company .who is licensed and provides insurance both liability and workers comp...

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