Jim Sneddon Roofing, Your Experienced Local Roofer in Worcester
Specialising in all aspects of slate and tiled roof work for homes and businesses, from a simple to roof repair to a full new roof installation. in the local area of Worcester and Worcestershire. All slate and tiled roof work undertaken including residential and commercial properties as well as heritage roof work and listed buildings.
With over 40 years of experience in the roofing trade, Jim Sneddon roofing can tackle any job, large or small. All quotes, advice and roof surveys are completely free. All roof work undertaken is fully insured and guaranteed.
Whether you have a contemporary or traditional style of home, natural slate or roof tiles represent an excellent way to waterproof your roof. Not only that but these materials are a particularly attractive option, adding a great aesthetic quality to your property.
Slate Roofs
THE BENEFITS OF A SLATE ROOF
There are many great reasons to choose slate roofing tiles. Below, we’ve listed just a few of the benefits of installing a slate roof.
Energy-efficient – Slate is very a energy-efficient material. Because it is very dense, it can help keep your home cooler in the summer, by preventing hot air from entering your attic and your home. And, in the winter, the heavy, dense slate material helps prevent warm air from escaping, and being released into the atmosphere. In both cases, slate helps you save on your heating and cooling bills.
Completely fire resistant – As a natural stone product, slate is completely fire resistant, unlike asphalt shingles and other such products. A slate tile roof will resist high heat and temperatures, and fire – making slate roofs ideal if wildfires and bushfires are a major concern near your home or building.
Environmentally-friendly – Slate is a naturally-occurring material, and requires very little processing, unlike other products like asphalt shingle roofing and metal roofing. This makes it more environmentally-friendly.
- Long lifespan of 100 years or more – With proper care, it’s not unheard of for a slate roof to last at least 100 years, and some roofs can last 150 years with proper installation. In contrast, most asphalt shingle roofs must be replaced every 15-30 years. Wood shingles may only last 20-30 years, and even most metal roofs will not last past 50 years.
- Durable and low maintenance – Beyond checking for broken or loose tiles, and occasionally washing the roof, a slate roof requires no other maintenance, and is very durable.
- Very little roofing waste – Even when a slate roof must be replaced, the slates themselves can often be re-used for another roofing project, or for other purposes, like flooring, and building garden pathways, or even driveways.
- Different types and colours – There 4 main types of tiles: Welsh, Canadian, Spanish and Composite Slate roof tiles. Each has it’s own colour and characteristics that help enhance the look of any roof.
We have been repairing and installing roofs for over 40 years, so you can rest assured that all work will be completed to a high standard. Take a look at some of the work we have completed.
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