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     Natalie Morris New member Username: Natalie Post Number: 1 Registered: 07-2007 |
We have a contract to buy a home in Bangor, PA with a slate roof. Unfortunately, the slate roofer said the roof must be replaced because the shingles are coming off where they are attached, and it is not economical to repair. The home is estimated to have been built around 1900. The slate is rectangular black. Is there any market for this slate if it is not flaking? | ||
| John Chan |
We buy salvaged slate and tile in New Orleans. Call Durable Slate at (504)899-8422. | ||
| Grand Dame |
I own a house in New Orleans with a slate roof. I am having a new roof installed and would like to sell the salvaged slate.Does anyone have any info on how/who to contact? | ||
| Jacob M Pedro |
Straw house sounds cool . I live in the Boston area of MA . Dose that area of N. CA have Harsh winters , if so I would sugest using a much steeper roof and possably a copper panel ice belt to shed the snow load off that already heavy slate roof. I just started visiting this site and would also like to see some photos of this job . If you could some how post them ? That would be great. Thank You Much J.M.P. You can also e-mail me at pedroandsons@comcast.net | ||
| Diana Frobenius |
We are a Mortuary/Cemetery combo in Salina, Kansas. A couple of years ago we had all of our roofs re-done. When the contractors removed the old slate we had a large amount of re-usable slate left over. We threw away all the damaged or cracked slate and put the rest on pallets. We want to get rid of these. What can we do? Diana Frobenius dfro@cox.net WWW.roselawnsalina.com Salina, Ks. | ||
| admin |
What is the size and what shape (square corners?). Do you know what type of slate it is? See http://www.jenkinsslate.com/identify.html Joe Jenkins | ||
| CINDY LANE |
WE OWN A 6000-9000 SQ FOOT SLATE ROOF CIRCA 1924. THE SLATE IS MULTI COLORED--TORQUOISE, BRICK RED, GREY, BROWNISH. SLATE CAME FROM VERMONT OR NEWW HAMPSHIRE. SIZE--APPROX 12" X 9", SQUARE CORNERS. OUR PROBLEM: WE CAN NOT FIND A SLATE ROOF REPAIRER! WE WOULD CONSIDER SELLING THIS HISTORICAL SLATE, COMPENSATION TO INCLUDE A NEW SHINGLED ROOF, ETC. DO YOU KNOW SLATE ROOFERS IN THE LOUISIANA AREA? OR PERSONS INTERESTED IN ROOFING NEW HOMES WITH BEAUTIFUL MULTICOLORED SLATE? THANKS CINDYLANEG@AOL.COM | ||
| admin |
Sounds like you need a restoration contractor, not a salvager. | ||
| SlateGuy@neslate.com |
If the slate is truly 12" x 9", I doubt that you will get many "takers" as this is not a very "saleable" size. Perhaps you are just guessing on the dimensions? (since you said "approx"). 14", 16" or 18" tall would be more attractive to a salvager or reseller. There are most definitely Slate Roofers in the Louisiana area: Dewey Boudreau Roof Doctor 550 Lee Drive Apt. #122 Baton Rouge, LA 70808 504-769-5785 Orleans Sheet Metal Works & Roofing, Inc. 2630 Orleans Ave New Orleans, LA 70119 504-822-4895 504-822-4892 Allstate Builders 727 Aurora Ave. Metairie, LA 70005 504-834-8350 Those contacts do not represent an endorsement. Hirer Beware. You are responsible for assessing competence and credibility. Hope this helps, SlateGuy | ||
| Daniela Monteiro |
I would like to know who can I look for to buy slate roofs and also to install here in Florida, most likely Orlando area. thanks a lot!!! Daniela | ||
| John Chan |
The Durable Slate Company has supplied slate all over the US and abroad. We have new and reclaimed slate and tile. You can contact us at (800) 666-7445 or www.durableslate.com. | ||
| admin |
There is a list of sources of new roofing slate at http://www.jenkinsslate.com/newslate.html | ||
| Mark Norris |
I am a Slate roofing expert with over 30 years experience in all types of slate shingles shakes and traditional roofing materials . With the havoc wreaked by Hurrican Katrina, I would like to put my experience to a good cause. Are there any Slate roofing contractors needing experienced roofers ? If so I am ready to go! You can find me at : markovski@bigpond.com.au or leave a message on this page. Mark Norris | ||
| Kerry Browne |
Any slaters looking to work for an established and competent slate roofing company can contact Mike Wolf at The Durable Slate Company at 1-800-666-7445. We have donated resources to the rebuilding efforts in the areas devistated by Hurricane Katrina. In addition to this we already have personnel assisting the rebuilding efforts in this area and have secured work for our experienced craftsmen. Learn more about us at www.durableslate.com We only work on slate and tile roofs as well as historic preservation projects. | ||
| TIM |
I HAVE A LARGE AMOUNT OF SLATE ROOFING THAT WAS NEVER PUT ON A HOUSE... I AM WONDERING THE VALUE OF SELLING IT AS USED. | ||
| admin |
What size, type, location, quantity? | ||
| Brian Revere |
I have a slate roof that I would like to sell...does any one have any contact information for someone near San Diego, CA. I do not know the size or type, beside that it has squared corners to the best of my knowledge. Any suggestions? | ||
| Anonymous |
Is it (the slate roofing material) any good? | ||
| Joe Jenkins |
Brian, Maybe contact MJC Roofing,1356 Armadale Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90042; Contact: Matthew Clonts; ph: 323-258-5930; fax: 323-375-1444; cell: 323-204-8258 (http://www.jenkinsslate.com/directory.html#california) | ||
| Paul E Bell |
I am on the Myer's Memorial Library Board in Frewsburg, New York (south of Buffalo NY near the Pennsylvania border) that is considering replacing a slate roof that is approximately 75 years old. The past several years we have seen increased snow and ice damage to the first several courses and other various areas. Part of our evaluation is to see if there is salvage value for this roof. Would you be able to recommend companies in the vicinity of western New York State that are qualified to assess it's value? If so, thank you. Paul Bell | ||
| Joe Jenkins |
There are several persons who could assess the value of the roof. Contact Clay Heald (VTEagle21@aol.com) as I know he has just been in that area assessing slate roofs for salvage value. | ||
| joe jenkins |
You should also check the list at http://www.slateroofcentral.com/usedslate.htm | ||
| Anonymous |
We are building a straw bale house in Mendocino, California, and are interested in a slate roof. The house will be 39'x22' and the roof two feet larger in all directions to protect the bales. The roof is a simple gable roof, and the pitch can be set at whatever is best for the slate. Are there any slate roofers in Northern California, or does anyone have any advice for us on cost or construction? Thank you. | ||
| admin |
Have you considered doing it yourself? Get a copy of the slate roof bible (should be a link at left). | ||
| Anonymous |
Building a straw bale house sounds pretty cool, could you post some photos of the process for all of us to enjoy. After all this is a 'NATUAL' slate roofing site and your building a natual material home. Good luck and if I may ask this question why? did you choose to build a straw bale house? Cheaper?, more efficiant? Thanks for any imput. Also I would go with atleast a 5/12 pitched roof. Use American slate (we prefer Vermont slate) it's the best. Nails copper or stainless steel are both good choices. Flashings also copper or terne coated stainless steel. As for slate I like the thinner slate say, 3/16ths and we like 20" or 18" X 10" slate. Vermont slate comes in a variety of colors and sizes. But, as Joe suggested (even if you are going to contract out the work) do yourself a favor and purchase the slate roof bible. You will then become a educated slate roof person with the ability to know right from wrong about slate roofs. After all you can buy the best material(s) but, if the roofer isn't too good it won't mean much. Good luck and post any further questions you have and some photos too! |
