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Slate Roof Installation in the Lowcountry

Slate is the premium roofing choice, it lasts 100+ years and looks stunning. We install authentic natural slate and high-quality synthetic slate systems across Charleston, Beaufort, and the greater Lowcountry.

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What’s Included with Our Slate Roof Installation Service

Natural and synthetic slate options
100+ year lifespan
Historic district approved styles
Custom color and pattern layouts

Why Choose Tides Team for Slate Roof Installation?

Locally Owned & Insured

We’re based in Summerville and operate across Summerville, Charleston, and the Lowcountry. Fully insured, locally accountable.

Workmanship Warranty

Every project we complete is backed by our workmanship warranty in addition to any manufacturer warranties.

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Slate Roof Installation: Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about our slate roof installation service in South Carolina.

How much does a new slate roof cost in Charleston?
Natural slate runs $25 to $45 per square foot installed, so a typical roof lands well into six figures, which is why it is mostly chosen for historic and premium homes. Synthetic slate delivers the look at roughly a third of that cost.
How long does a slate roof actually last?
Natural slate lasts 75 to 150 years depending on the stone, it is the last roof the house will ever need. The copper flashings and fasteners around the slate are what get replaced over the decades, not the stone itself.
Can my roof structure support natural slate?
Only an engineer can say for certain, slate weighs 800 to 1,500 pounds per square versus about 250 for shingles. Homes not framed for it need structural reinforcement, or a synthetic slate that installs at normal shingle weight.
Is synthetic slate convincing on a historic style home?
From the street, yes, modern composite slate fools most eyes and even satisfies many architectural review boards. It carries Class 4 impact ratings, installs on standard framing, and costs a fraction of quarried stone.
Do Charleston historic district rules affect a slate installation?
On the peninsula, often yes, visible roof changes on historic properties can require Board of Architectural Review approval. We prepare the material documentation for the submission and use historically appropriate slate profiles where required.

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