Slate is one of the best roofing materials you can get. It is uniquely beautiful, eco-friendly, and durable like no other. In fact, it is the only roofing system that has a life span of up to 175 years, lasting almost three full generations.
GAF®, North America’s largest roofing manufacturer, has developed the TruSlate® system, which allows installers to hang the slate tiles on hooks rather than nailing them. This means less overlap, reduced weight on the framework, and a slate roof that won’t break the bank. Here, V. Nanfito Roofing and Siding, one of the top GAF Certified home improvement experts, discusses the features and benefits of this innovative technology:
The Real Deal
TruSlate is a real S1-grade hand-split extracted slate from the country’s finest quarries. As such, it will not curl or warp, and its natural color aging process will add charm and character to its attractive appearance.
Cost Effective
By replacing any excess slate with UnderBlock™ UV