01/27/2026
Avoid these common slate-roof mistakes that reduce home value.
1. Underestimating the payoff.
Slate is expensive up front but can last 75 to 100 years with proper maintenance, so think long-term value not short-term cost.
2. Choosing the wrong metals.
Copper gutters and copper flashing look best with slate and age together, and they perform better long term than cheap alternatives.
3. Choosing the wrong contractor.
Only hire contractors with extensive slate experience. Slate demands specialized knowledge, and that’s exactly what we bring at Agustin Contractors. Mess ups are extremely expensive to fix.
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