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- New Installation or Replacement Roof<\/li>\n
- Synthetic v. Natural<\/li>\n
- Hard or Soft<\/li>\n
- Size of Home<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Average Slate Roof Cost in San Marcos<\/h2>\n
The average cost of a slate roof in San Marcos is between $10.00 and $24.50 per square foot.<\/p>\n
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San Marcos Slate Roof Cost by Size of Home<\/h2>\n
One of the biggest factors in determining the cost of a slate roof in Southern California is the size of the home.<\/p>\n
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- 1000 square foot home: $10,000 – $24,500<\/li>\n
- 1500 square foot home: $15,000 – $36,750<\/li>\n
- 2000 square foot home: $20,000 – $49,000<\/li>\n
- 2500 square foot home: $25,000 – $61,250<\/li>\n
- 3000 square foot home: $30,000 – $73,500<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Slate Roof Installation FAQs<\/h2>\n
If you’re considering a slate roof for your new construction home or to replace your old roof you may have some questions that you need to be answered to help make your decision.<\/p>\n
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While it can be hard to say with 100% certainly how long a slate roof will last, it’s fair to say that a well-maintained slate roof will last at least 75 years.\u00a0 Some slate roofs have been known to last up to 200 years!\u00a0 Installed properly, a slate roof will surely be the last roof you ever have to put on your home, and it’s likely the last roof your children or grandchildren will need to install as well.\u00a0 There are a few factors that will impact the lifespan of a slate roof.<\/p>\n
Weather Patterns<\/strong><\/p>\n
Slate roofs are extremely durable, more so than virtually any other type of roof, but they’re still susceptible to wear and tear as well as direct damage from severe weather.\u00a0 While they’re overall going to hold up well to extreme weather patterns, slate roofs that are continuously subjected to storms will likely have a somewhat shorter lifespan than ones that are in a milder climate.<\/p>\n
Foot Traffic<\/strong><\/p>\n
While slate is a supremely durable roofing material, the individual tiles are easily broken during installation and even after they’ve been installed.\u00a0 It’s very important that only those that know how to properly navigate a slate roof without damaging the tiles are allowed to walk on the roof, lest your risk a costly repair.<\/p>\n
Type of Slate<\/strong><\/p>\n
There are several types of slate roofing materials on the market including natural slate and synthetic slate.\u00a0 Natural slate will, on average, last longer than synthetic slate.\u00a0 Likewise, hard slate will last longer than soft.<\/p>\n
Installation<\/strong><\/p>\n
As with any roof, proper installation is the primary factor in determining whether the roof will reach its full life expectancy or not.<\/p>\n
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We think so!\u00a0 While slate is obviously\u00a0very<\/em> expensive its beauty, durability, and longevity are absolutely unmatched.\u00a0 The cost to install a slate roof on your San Marcos home might give you some sticker shock up front, but knowing that it’s the last roof you and likely your children will ever have to install can offer some peace of mind.<\/p>\n
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Not at all!\u00a0 Slate roofs require very little maintenance as they do not warp, rust, or mold naturally.\u00a0 They will need to be regularly cleaned, and this should always be done by a professional to avoid damaging the tiles, but beyond that slate roofs should largely be left alone.<\/p>\n
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