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Top January stories: Roofing contractors, roofing materials and popular roof styles
By Dani Sheehan. Catch up on the most read stories on AskARoofer™ last month. Two roofing contractors, Ryan Lephart of Great Roofing and Restoration and Jason Chase of JnJ Restoration are recent winners of the DaVinci Masterpiece Contractor Project of the Year Award. Read about the DaVinci Multi-Width Slate product that Ryan ...
From gable to mansard: A comprehensive guide to popular roof styles
By The Durable Slate Company. The roof over your head does more than just keep out the rain, discover the characteristics and benefits of these common roof styles. Architectural choices not only shape the aesthetic of buildings but also influence their resilience against the elements. Whether it's the wind-defying ...
Committing to roofers' well-being
By Jesse Sanchez. Effective training transforms roofing safety, elevating standards in one of America’s most dangerous professions. In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, safety director Joe Redd of The Durable Slate Company shares his journey from IT to becoming an advocate for job-site safety. Reflecting on his ...
Flashing: The unsung hero of roof protection
By The Durable Slate Company. Ensure the longevity and durability of your roof by installing and maintaining your roof flashing. Roof flashing – this thin barrier stands between your home and potentially devastating water damage. But flashing isn’t just about keeping things dry, it’s a critical component that could mean ...
Timeless roofing wisdom
By Jesse Sanchez. Discover the enduring allure and practical benefits of slate roofing as John Chan of the Durable Slate Company shares his expert advice. In the latest episode of the AskARoofer podcast, hosts Megan Ellsworth and Lauren White sit down with John Chan of The Durable Slate Company to ...
Is this your first slate roof? Here are 10 things you should know!
By The Durable Slate Company. A new slate roof can be complex and costly, but the benefits, which include longevity and aesthetic appeal, are often well worth it. Installing any new roof on your home is a big investment, but a slate roof brings unique challenges and considerations. It ...
Exploring Slate Roofing - PODCAST TRANSCRIPT
Editor's note: The following is the transcript of a live interview with John Chan of The Durable Slate Company. You can read the interview below or listen to the podcast! Megan Ellsworth: Welcome to the AskARoofer podcast, where all your roofing questions find their answers. Your hosts, Megan Ellsworth and Lauren ...
Finding the Right Tile for Revamping Your Roof
By Evelyn Witterholt. If you can’t decide between warm terracotta, modern slate and everything else in between, this homeowner’s guide will help! Choosing the right material for your roof is no easy task. Even if you’ve narrowed it down to the material you desire, there’s still so much variety to ...
Durable Slate Company is the April R-Club Roofer of the Month
By Evelyn Witterholt. Exceptional craftsmanship and women leaders are core values of this traditional roofing company. RoofersCoffeeShop® is proud to present the honor of R-Club Roofer of the Month to Durable Slate Company! Since their inception in 1986, Durable Slate Company has been specializing in working with traditional roofing materials ...
