Welcome to Synergy Roofing’s Slate Roofing page, where traditional craftsmanship meets modern expertise. Our skilled team specializes in installing, repairing, and replacing slate roofs, ensuring your property benefits from the beauty and durability of this classic material. We offer a variety of premium slates, including Collyweston Slate, Bradstone Slate, and Hardrow Slate, each known for their unique qualities and exceptional performance.
Bradstone tiles replicate the look of natural stone slate and are ideal for new developments and refurbishments. These tiles are cast from molds of original stone, ensuring an authentic finish.
Though more challenging and expensive to source, Bradstone tiles provide timeless appeal.

Collyweston Slate: Originates from Northamptonshire, Collyweston slate has adorned historic buildings across England for centuries. Its aesthetic appeal and durability make it a favorite.
Installing Collyweston Slate requires skills akin to stone masonry, making it a labor-intensive but rewarding choice.

Fibre cement shingles, such as those from Eternit or Transite, offer an environmentally friendly alternative to natural slate. Made from recycled materials, they provide a cost-effective solution with a similar aesthetic. However, their durability (30-50 years) doesn’t match that of natural slate, which can last a lifetime or more.
Over time, investing in natural Slate often proves more financially sound due to its longevity and minimal maintenance.

Hardrow Slate: Made from concrete, Hardrow slates mimic the architectural properties of natural stone. They age gracefully and can be laid in various patterns, creating a traditional appearance.
Hardrow Slate includes bespoke fittings for different roof shapes and designs.

Slate tiles, are made from natural stone. They are renowned for their two lines of breakability—cleavage and grain—that allow them to be split into thin, flat sheets while retaining their natural appearance.
Europe experienced a “slate boom” from the 1870s until World War I, thanks to steam engines in manufacturing and improved transportation systems. This era solidified slate as a premier roofing material. Since then, Slate has become a Traditionally beautiful material that has been used for hundreds of years, and is still going today. This is because Slate is a versatile hard wearing material with many advantages such as:
- Fire Resistant and Energy Efficient: Slate is naturally fire-resistant and contributes to energy efficiency.
- Longevity: Slate is incredibly durable, often lasting several hundred years with minimal maintenance. Its low water absorption makes it resistant to frost damage and freezing.
- Low Embodied Energy: Natural slate requires minimal processing, resulting in the lowest embodied energy among roofing materials.
- Waterproof: Slate has an extremely low water absorption index of less than 0.4%, making it highly waterproof.

Installing slate roofing is a specialized and often costly job. At Synergy Roofing Ltd, our specialists are well-versed in the intricacies of slate installation. We also invest in training apprentices, ensuring the next generation of slate roofers inherits our expertise and commitment to quality.
Discover the exceptional coverage and esthetic appeal of slate roofing with Synergy Roofing. Contact us today to discuss your slate roofing project and find out how our expert craftsmanship can enhance your property.
