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Natural slate roofing installers and replacers in Clearwater
Here at Universal Roof & Contracting, we have over 50 years of roof and construction experience, as well as more than 31 years spent working with and supporting Central Florida, Tampa and Jacksonville homeowners. With our proven history of quality service and workmanship along with top-notch products, you can elevate your home with a new shingle, metal, or tile roof. When your property value and lifespan is increased, you can be calm and comfortable knowing that your space will safely house you, your dreams, and the ones you love, creating a legacy for years to come. Your Forever home deserves a Forever Roof. Severe weather? Give us a call! We are the storm damage experts, ready to evaluate your roof and get ahead of any potential issues.
"Very quick and responsive. Loved that they reviewed videos of the roof with me at consultation. Work was done quick and cleaned up everything before leaving."
Alice W on April 2025
Here at Universal Roof & Contracting, we have over 50 years of roof and construction experience, as well as more than 31 years spent working with and supporting Central Florida, Tampa and Jacksonville homeowners. With our proven history of quality service and workmanship along with top-notch products, you can elevate your home with a new shingle, metal, or tile roof. When your property value and lifespan is increased, you can be calm and comfortable knowing that your space will safely house you, your dreams, and the ones you love, creating a legacy for years to come. Your Forever home deserves a Forever Roof. Severe weather? Give us a call! We are the storm damage experts, ready to evaluate your roof and get ahead of any potential issues.
"Very quick and responsive. Loved that they reviewed videos of the roof with me at consultation. Work was done quick and cleaned up everything before leaving."
Alice W on April 2025
Westfall Roofing is a Florida-based, residential roofing contractor established in 1989. With over 1,000 5-star reviews and tens of thousands of happy customers across Central and Southwest Florida, we set the bar for professional roofing standards. State licensed, bonded and insured, we have the construction knowledge and tenured expertise to protect your home. We back our work with best-in-class warranties and a dedicated Service Team for repairs, so even after the installation, you can count on us. In addition, we’re an Owens Corning Platinum Preferred Contractor, which means even more peace of mind supported by the manufacturer. Westfall Roofing is based in Tampa, FL and is locally owned and operated. License number CCC056392.
"Very thorough and professional"
Eric S on October 2024
Westfall Roofing is a Florida-based, residential roofing contractor established in 1989. With over 1,000 5-star reviews and tens of thousands of happy customers across Central and Southwest Florida, we set the bar for professional roofing standards. State licensed, bonded and insured, we have the construction knowledge and tenured expertise to protect your home. We back our work with best-in-class warranties and a dedicated Service Team for repairs, so even after the installation, you can count on us. In addition, we’re an Owens Corning Platinum Preferred Contractor, which means even more peace of mind supported by the manufacturer. Westfall Roofing is based in Tampa, FL and is locally owned and operated. License number CCC056392.
"Very thorough and professional"
Eric S on October 2024
Kennedy Construction Groups, LLC, is a licensed building (CBC1254604) and roofing (CCC1327709) contractor. Our licensee, Melvin (Gene) Kennedy, has 25 years experience in all aspects of contracting and building. We are the home of the 17 year leak guarantee, which is the highest in the industry. Our employees must go through extensive training, or have provable experience, in every aspect of any position theyre seeking with us. Far from hiring temporary labor or day workers, everyone on our crews is a stable, solid employee who works for us on a regular basis in their field of expertise. It is our desire to achieve 100% customer satisfaction in each and every one of our interactions with our customers.
"I had requested several roofing companies to offer a solution to the old leaking metal ribbed roof over the lanai. Bob Stephens, the Estimator of Kennedy Construction Groups, came out to look at the problem. After his inspection it was determined that the job was not a fit with his company. Even knowing he would not get the job he spent about 45 minutes offering a doable solution, explaining some of the things to be aware of when hiring roofers in FL, gave us a deeper understanding of the use of solar panels on roofs, and some very useful information about government programs to help consumers with the costs of replacing their roofs. He was very professional, knowledgeable & pleasant with a good sense of humor. Kennedy C.G. will be our 1st choice when the time comes to replace the roof on our house, but hopefully that time will not happen for a while."
BARBARA J on June 2024
Kennedy Construction Groups, LLC, is a licensed building (CBC1254604) and roofing (CCC1327709) contractor. Our licensee, Melvin (Gene) Kennedy, has 25 years experience in all aspects of contracting and building. We are the home of the 17 year leak guarantee, which is the highest in the industry. Our employees must go through extensive training, or have provable experience, in every aspect of any position theyre seeking with us. Far from hiring temporary labor or day workers, everyone on our crews is a stable, solid employee who works for us on a regular basis in their field of expertise. It is our desire to achieve 100% customer satisfaction in each and every one of our interactions with our customers.
"I had requested several roofing companies to offer a solution to the old leaking metal ribbed roof over the lanai. Bob Stephens, the Estimator of Kennedy Construction Groups, came out to look at the problem. After his inspection it was determined that the job was not a fit with his company. Even knowing he would not get the job he spent about 45 minutes offering a doable solution, explaining some of the things to be aware of when hiring roofers in FL, gave us a deeper understanding of the use of solar panels on roofs, and some very useful information about government programs to help consumers with the costs of replacing their roofs. He was very professional, knowledgeable & pleasant with a good sense of humor. Kennedy C.G. will be our 1st choice when the time comes to replace the roof on our house, but hopefully that time will not happen for a while."
BARBARA J on June 2024
Sander and Son's roofing is home of the Tile, shingle, flat, and metal roof experts. We are licensed insured and bonded, We perform re-roofs, new roofs, and repairs dealing with both commercial and residential customers. We offer a 20 year leak free warranty on all of our work giving our customers peace of mind that the job is done right. Choosing Sander and son's roofing also guarantees up-front flat pricing. What this means is you pay what we quote the first time, we have our roofing advisor come out and physically measure the roof leaving the guess work of satellite measuring out of the equation , by doing this we also eliminate the surprise of extensive wood rot by properly inspecting the roof before preparing our quote, this in turn gives the customer a final price including taxes, with no games or gimmicks. So go with the honest roofing experts and choose Sander and son's roofing , Keeping Florida covered since 1989.
"I had emailed this company to get an estimate, and I received a call within the hour to schedule someone to come out. Alex came out and was able to quickly find the issue and fix the problem. This company is great, and everyone was great to work with. Definitely recommend."
Phil M on August 2024
Sander and Son's roofing is home of the Tile, shingle, flat, and metal roof experts. We are licensed insured and bonded, We perform re-roofs, new roofs, and repairs dealing with both commercial and residential customers. We offer a 20 year leak free warranty on all of our work giving our customers peace of mind that the job is done right. Choosing Sander and son's roofing also guarantees up-front flat pricing. What this means is you pay what we quote the first time, we have our roofing advisor come out and physically measure the roof leaving the guess work of satellite measuring out of the equation , by doing this we also eliminate the surprise of extensive wood rot by properly inspecting the roof before preparing our quote, this in turn gives the customer a final price including taxes, with no games or gimmicks. So go with the honest roofing experts and choose Sander and son's roofing , Keeping Florida covered since 1989.
"I had emailed this company to get an estimate, and I received a call within the hour to schedule someone to come out. Alex came out and was able to quickly find the issue and fix the problem. This company is great, and everyone was great to work with. Definitely recommend."
Phil M on August 2024
PS: Please visit www.reeseroofing.com to see all of our 5-STAR customer reviews. We are a Veteran owned roofing company, And we offer fair pricing. With years of experience in the roofing industry, We are the experts you need to take care of your home or business needs. We handle all of your roofing needs with great care. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Reese Roofing & Construction, Inc. a call today, we look forward to working with you.
"Excellent service professional and affordable"
D’iangelo v on December 2023
PS: Please visit www.reeseroofing.com to see all of our 5-STAR customer reviews. We are a Veteran owned roofing company, And we offer fair pricing. With years of experience in the roofing industry, We are the experts you need to take care of your home or business needs. We handle all of your roofing needs with great care. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Reese Roofing & Construction, Inc. a call today, we look forward to working with you.
"Excellent service professional and affordable"
D’iangelo v on December 2023
Here at Universal Roof & Contracting, we have over 50 years of roof and construction experience, as well as more than 30 years spent working with and supporting Central Florida and Jacksonville homeowners. Along with our new locations in Sarasota and Tampa, we are excited for the opportunity to serve more Florida homeowners. With our proven history of quality service and workmanship along with top-notch products, you can elevate your home with a new shingle, metal, or tile roof. When your property value and lifespan are increased, you can be calm and comfortable knowing that your space will safely house you, your dreams, and the ones you love, creating a legacy for years to come. Your Forever home deserves a Forever Roof.
"My new roof installation went smoothly from beginning to end. Sean Waymire did a thorough examination of the job to be done, took exact measurements and gave me a fair price. Jeremy Johnson and a colleague were on site as project managers. The installation team did an excellent job, and were glad to answer my questions as the job progressed. Ms. Marissa Tyrell, as Operations Coordinator, kept me informed at every step of the project. I recommend Universal Roof & Contracting for their fully professional work."
Bob Z on January 2024
Here at Universal Roof & Contracting, we have over 50 years of roof and construction experience, as well as more than 30 years spent working with and supporting Central Florida and Jacksonville homeowners. Along with our new locations in Sarasota and Tampa, we are excited for the opportunity to serve more Florida homeowners. With our proven history of quality service and workmanship along with top-notch products, you can elevate your home with a new shingle, metal, or tile roof. When your property value and lifespan are increased, you can be calm and comfortable knowing that your space will safely house you, your dreams, and the ones you love, creating a legacy for years to come. Your Forever home deserves a Forever Roof.
"My new roof installation went smoothly from beginning to end. Sean Waymire did a thorough examination of the job to be done, took exact measurements and gave me a fair price. Jeremy Johnson and a colleague were on site as project managers. The installation team did an excellent job, and were glad to answer my questions as the job progressed. Ms. Marissa Tyrell, as Operations Coordinator, kept me informed at every step of the project. I recommend Universal Roof & Contracting for their fully professional work."
Bob Z on January 2024
Founded over 20 years ago, American Building Contractors helps homeowners protect their homes with high quality Roofing Systems. From shingle to tile roofs, our team is dedicated to providing exceptional communication and assuring our customers will not have to think about their roof for many years to come. We help Homeowners, HOA Board Members and Community Association Managers through some of the most stressful parts of restoration after natural disasters strike. As The Insurance Restoration Experts, we help navigate the insurance process and assist our customers in obtaining everything they are entitled to receive. Our projects are all completed following our belief and registered trademark that It's Not Just a House...It's Your Home!
"Yet another contractor who isn't interested in work. After giving me their sales pitch about charging $290 for a deposit to get someone to come out to look at the repair, the scheduler came back to say "we're not scheduling repairs in your area." So why did they show up in the recommend list? On to the next one."
Charles M on November 2024
Founded over 20 years ago, American Building Contractors helps homeowners protect their homes with high quality Roofing Systems. From shingle to tile roofs, our team is dedicated to providing exceptional communication and assuring our customers will not have to think about their roof for many years to come. We help Homeowners, HOA Board Members and Community Association Managers through some of the most stressful parts of restoration after natural disasters strike. As The Insurance Restoration Experts, we help navigate the insurance process and assist our customers in obtaining everything they are entitled to receive. Our projects are all completed following our belief and registered trademark that It's Not Just a House...It's Your Home!
"Yet another contractor who isn't interested in work. After giving me their sales pitch about charging $290 for a deposit to get someone to come out to look at the repair, the scheduler came back to say "we're not scheduling repairs in your area." So why did they show up in the recommend list? On to the next one."
Charles M on November 2024
We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!
"Did an amazing job. Roof turned out really well!"
Tonya r on May 2024
We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!
"Did an amazing job. Roof turned out really well!"
Tonya r on May 2024
We offer quality service at an affordable price. Contact us today about an estimate! For over 30 years, KTM Exteriors-Roofing has been providing exterior improvements for home and business owners. Exterior improvements | Commercial roofing | New roof installation | Roof Replacement | Roof coatings | Asphalt Roofing | Rubber Membranes, EPDM, TPO and PVC. | Tile Roofing | Metal Roofing | 2 ply and 3 ply Modified asphalt rolled roofing | All Roof repairs. KTM Exteriors & Recycling offers a wide range of exterior improvements in most cities and counties across the state of Florida *currently not servicing mobile homes*
"So far so good. Will know if the solution worked after the next rain."
Anthony T on December 2023
We offer quality service at an affordable price. Contact us today about an estimate! For over 30 years, KTM Exteriors-Roofing has been providing exterior improvements for home and business owners. Exterior improvements | Commercial roofing | New roof installation | Roof Replacement | Roof coatings | Asphalt Roofing | Rubber Membranes, EPDM, TPO and PVC. | Tile Roofing | Metal Roofing | 2 ply and 3 ply Modified asphalt rolled roofing | All Roof repairs. KTM Exteriors & Recycling offers a wide range of exterior improvements in most cities and counties across the state of Florida *currently not servicing mobile homes*
"So far so good. Will know if the solution worked after the next rain."
Anthony T on December 2023
Since 2002, Ridge Top Exteriors has been a trusted, local provider of affordable exterior home improvement services for homeowners. As a family-owned and operated company, we take great pride in delivering high-quality workmanship and outstanding customer service. Our mission has always been to exceed our clients' expectations by providing expert roofing, siding, window, door and gutter solutions that enhance the curb appeal and value of their homes. Over the years, we have built a reputation for reliability and excellence, and we remain committed to serving our clients with honesty, integrity, and professionalism
"There were many pros and only one major con through my entire experience, but it was enough to bump my review down to 3 stars. You might think it should be lower when you get done reading this. I'll start with the negative as that is what everyone will be interested in. Job: Siding replaced on 2-story home as well as put plywood on beneath siding. In short: IF DID NOT WATCH THEM 24/7 AND CLIMB UP ON THE ROOF TO CHECK THE WORK MYSELF, I WOULD HAVE BEEN OUT estimated $8K IN SHEATHING / LABOR AND HAD A HOUSE THAT WAS SEVERELY WEAKENED AND POSSIBLY NOT UP TO CODE. Somehow, large parts of my second floor were missing siding. You could literally take the old siding off and punch a hole through through to the drywall inside with your fist. I paid a significant amount of money (estimating $8,000) to have plywood put on everywhere it was missing. The crew that came out, first off, was not given any plywood on day one and was not aware they were adding sheathing (plywood). They started putting the insulation in, and I had to come out several times during the day to tell them to stop and take it down because there was no plywood behind the insulation. On the third day, I had to leave the house all day. When I came back, all the old siding had been taken down and the insulation was put up. I climbed up on the roof with a screwdriver and POKED A HOLE THROUGH THE INSULATION RIGHT TO MY DRYWALL! The entire wall was not sheathed properly. When the crew came back, I played dumb and asked if it was done properly, and they insisted it was. Lied right to my face. I guess they didn't think I would get up and check. Well I did, and I dragged them up there with me. They mumbled something about a good catch and tore off all the insulation and started again. If I were an elderly couple, I would have been ripped off completely here and no one would have caught it. I was disgusted. The worst part was, other than an apology from the company and $200 off for non-related damage done accidentally by the installers as well as some minor items not taken care of, there was no compensation for this massive mistake. Now for the good, pretty much everything else. The house looks great a couple weeks afterwards. The vinyl siding has much more flexibility than the previous siding, but I guess that is normal. Color is great. The crew did lots of little extras and worked hard each day they were here and cleaned up the yard nicely. I thought the price was decent, and the sales rep was fine if not a bit time consuming (I guess some people are way more into the details than I am which is good if that is you). They came out to do the job 3 months ahead of schedule (only downside was I had to scramble to come up with the funds much quicker than expected). So why three out of five stars with such a horrific oversight? There are lots of moving parts in this company, and I don't think there was a full blown conspiracy by all involved to cheat me out of what I paid for. I wish the site manager would have noticed some of what I noticed, but he did not seem to be there most of the time. In the end, I believe I got what I wanted, paid them, and have moved on with my life. My experience makes me nervous for someone who might not be as agile or readily available to monitor the work as I did. If you are getting similar work done and can't micromanage the crew yourself, don't be afraid to hire someone you trust that can watch over a crew to make sure you get what you paid for. I bet a couple hundred dollars a day could save you big time in the long run. A shame it has to come to that though."
Douglas B on March 2022
Since 2002, Ridge Top Exteriors has been a trusted, local provider of affordable exterior home improvement services for homeowners. As a family-owned and operated company, we take great pride in delivering high-quality workmanship and outstanding customer service. Our mission has always been to exceed our clients' expectations by providing expert roofing, siding, window, door and gutter solutions that enhance the curb appeal and value of their homes. Over the years, we have built a reputation for reliability and excellence, and we remain committed to serving our clients with honesty, integrity, and professionalism
"There were many pros and only one major con through my entire experience, but it was enough to bump my review down to 3 stars. You might think it should be lower when you get done reading this. I'll start with the negative as that is what everyone will be interested in. Job: Siding replaced on 2-story home as well as put plywood on beneath siding. In short: IF DID NOT WATCH THEM 24/7 AND CLIMB UP ON THE ROOF TO CHECK THE WORK MYSELF, I WOULD HAVE BEEN OUT estimated $8K IN SHEATHING / LABOR AND HAD A HOUSE THAT WAS SEVERELY WEAKENED AND POSSIBLY NOT UP TO CODE. Somehow, large parts of my second floor were missing siding. You could literally take the old siding off and punch a hole through through to the drywall inside with your fist. I paid a significant amount of money (estimating $8,000) to have plywood put on everywhere it was missing. The crew that came out, first off, was not given any plywood on day one and was not aware they were adding sheathing (plywood). They started putting the insulation in, and I had to come out several times during the day to tell them to stop and take it down because there was no plywood behind the insulation. On the third day, I had to leave the house all day. When I came back, all the old siding had been taken down and the insulation was put up. I climbed up on the roof with a screwdriver and POKED A HOLE THROUGH THE INSULATION RIGHT TO MY DRYWALL! The entire wall was not sheathed properly. When the crew came back, I played dumb and asked if it was done properly, and they insisted it was. Lied right to my face. I guess they didn't think I would get up and check. Well I did, and I dragged them up there with me. They mumbled something about a good catch and tore off all the insulation and started again. If I were an elderly couple, I would have been ripped off completely here and no one would have caught it. I was disgusted. The worst part was, other than an apology from the company and $200 off for non-related damage done accidentally by the installers as well as some minor items not taken care of, there was no compensation for this massive mistake. Now for the good, pretty much everything else. The house looks great a couple weeks afterwards. The vinyl siding has much more flexibility than the previous siding, but I guess that is normal. Color is great. The crew did lots of little extras and worked hard each day they were here and cleaned up the yard nicely. I thought the price was decent, and the sales rep was fine if not a bit time consuming (I guess some people are way more into the details than I am which is good if that is you). They came out to do the job 3 months ahead of schedule (only downside was I had to scramble to come up with the funds much quicker than expected). So why three out of five stars with such a horrific oversight? There are lots of moving parts in this company, and I don't think there was a full blown conspiracy by all involved to cheat me out of what I paid for. I wish the site manager would have noticed some of what I noticed, but he did not seem to be there most of the time. In the end, I believe I got what I wanted, paid them, and have moved on with my life. My experience makes me nervous for someone who might not be as agile or readily available to monitor the work as I did. If you are getting similar work done and can't micromanage the crew yourself, don't be afraid to hire someone you trust that can watch over a crew to make sure you get what you paid for. I bet a couple hundred dollars a day could save you big time in the long run. A shame it has to come to that though."
Douglas B on March 2022
Natural slate roofing installations and replacements FAQs
A slate roof is made of thin, even slices of natural slate stone laid over the roof frame and base layer. Slate is a hard, durable rock formed over millions of years from clay and volcanic ash under extreme pressure deep within the earth. Slate roofs are extremely heavy, even when the shingles are thin, so your roof will likely need reinforcement before your contractor can install the slate. These roofs offer a luxurious, high-end look and can last for decades, but they're costly to install and require regular maintenance.
Slate roofs offer several advantages over other roofing materials. Slate is easy to maintain, reliably lasts for decades, and is extremely durable. It offers a high-end natural look that's energy-efficient and provides a good return on investment. However, a slate roof is considerably more expensive than many other options. It's extremely heavy, may require structural reinforcement, and is complicated to install. Although it is strong, the tiles can crack with impact damage.
Real slate comes from natural stone. Synthetic slate comes from various sources made to look like slate. For either hard or soft natural stone, expect to pay $10 to $30 per square foot, each of which will last 50 to 200 years. If you choose synthetic slate, budget $10 to $15 per square foot. These options will last 20 to 50 years.
Slate roofs last for decades when properly maintained, with natural slate enduring from 50 to 200 years. Hard slate lasts 100 to 200 years, soft slate lasts 50 to 125 years, and synthetic slate lasts 50 to 100 years. The support structure and fixings often require replacement before the slate tiles themselves. Extreme weather, such as tornadoes and hail, reduces the overall lifespan of the roof.
Slate roofs are a valuable investment that boost property appeal and resale value. You receive an ROI of 60% to 70% when installing a slate roof. This roofing material is environmentally responsible because it is natural and lasts up to 200 years, keeping replacement waste to a minimum. In contrast, asphalt roofs expire after 20 to 30 years, which leads to increased waste in landfills.
Walking on your slate roof is not safe and you should avoid it. Don't tread on a slate roof because doing so risks damaging the tiles and risking your safety. Slate roofs are delicate despite their durability, and the weight of a person can crack the slate or cause unexpected slips due to a slick surface when wet. Professional roofing crews utilize specialized equipment to access and work on the roof without putting pressure on individual tiles.
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