North Country Lightweight Slate Roofing
Installing a SlateTec by North Country lightweight roof system can be quick and easy with the following material list;
In conjunction with the National Slate Association (NSA), this 8 part series of videos helps provide viewers with some basic slate roofing installation guidelines.
Topics include; Underlayment, Eave, Gable & Cant Details, Slate Roof Layout, Cutting & Punching Slate, Installing Slate, Replacing a Broken Slate, Installing an Open Valley, Installing a Closed Valley and Installing SlateTec by North Country.
The mission of the National Slate Association is to establish a material and installation standard for, and promotion of, natural roofing slate in North America.
For more info, visit www.slateassociation.org and become a member.
This page contains a series of step-by-step installation guide videos designed to help you understand some of the basic details of installing a slate roof. Whether you are a professional looking for a quick refresher or a homeowner exploring the process, these videos break down some of the techniques, tools, and fundamentals you will need to help establish a successful slate roofing project.
Topics include: Underlayment, Eave, Gable & Cant Details, Slate Roof Layout, Cutting & Punching Slate, Installing Slate, Replacing a Broken Slate, Installing an Open Valley, Installing a Closed Valley and Lightweight Slate Roof System
Lightweight Slate Roofing
This is a collection of 8 installation guide videos for the SlateTec lightweight slate roofing system by North Country Slate. Each video walks you through the proper methods, tools, and best practices needed to install a lightweight slate system with confidence. Whether you are an experienced contractor or a first-time installer, these guides provide clear, step-by-step instructions to help you achieve a durable, professional-quality slate roof at a reduced weight.
SlateTec by North Country – Part 1 – Tools & Materials
Installing a SlateTec by North Country lightweight roof system can be quick and easy with the following material list
SlateTec by North Country – Part 2 – Deck Prep
Preparing for the installation of a SlateTec by North Country lightweight roof system requires following local building code standards.
SlateTec by North Country – Part 3 – Introduction to Field Slate Installation
Once your deck preparation is completed you can start to measure and chalk your roof layout.
SlateTec by North Country – Part 4 – Valley Course Installation
Installing slates reaching into valleys and rake edges is best done utilizing the widest slate possible for nailing strength,
SlateTec by North Country – Part 5 – Approach Slate to Ridge Cap
Mark and install interlayment to ensure proper width to bottom of ridge nailer and trim excess interlayment.
SlateTec by North Country – Part 6 – Ridge Cap
Install interlayment over ridge apex and ensure that it covers nail heads of last course of field slates on both sides.
SlateTec by North Country – Part 7 – Repair
Repairing a SlateTec roof system is easy. Start by removing the broken slate with a slate ripper.
SlateTec by North Country – Part 8 – Finished Roof
This innovative lightweight slate roof system allows a 35-40% reduction in roof weight to accommodate slate roofs at less than 6 lbs. per square foot.
NSA Slate Roof Installation - English
In conjunction with the National Slate Association (NSA), this 8 part series of videos helps provide viewers with some basic slate roofing installation guidelines. The mission of the National Slate Association is to establish a material and installation standard for, and promotion of, natural roofing slate in North America.
For more info, visit www.slateassociation.org and become a member.
Underlayment
In this segment let’s start with underlayments.
Eave, Gable & Cant Details
In this segment we will show some common details used for eave cants, and gable rake edging.
Slate Roof Layout
In this segment we will be talking about basic concepts for laying out a slate roof.
Cutting & Punching Slate
In this segment we will show some basic techniques for cutting slate and punching nail holes.
Installing Slate
In this segment, we will start to install some slate.
Replacing a Broken Slate
In this segment we will show you two methods to replace a broken slate.
Installing an Open Valley
The first step to installing an open valley is to cleat your valley metal in.
Installing a Closed Valley
A closed valley detail is when slates come together and meet so you cannot see any valley flashing underneath.
NSA - Instalación de techo de pizarra - Español
En conjunto con la Asociación Nacional de Pizarra (NSA), esta serie de 8 videos ofrece a los espectadores una guía básica sobre la instalación de techos de pizarra.
La misión de la Asociación Nacional de Pizarra es establecer un estándar de material e instalación, así como promover el uso de la pizarra natural para techos en América del Norte.
Para más información, visita www.slateassociation.org y conviértete en miembro.
NSA - Instalación de techo de pizarra Parte 1 Capa base
NSA - Instalación de techo de pizarra Parte 2 Detalles de alero, hastial y peralte
NSA - Instalación de techo de pizarra Parte 3 Diseño del techo de pizarra
NSA - Instalación de techo de pizarra Parte 4 Corte y perforación de pizarra
NSA - Instalación de techo de pizarra Parte 5 Instalación de pizarra
NSA - Instalación de techo de pizarra Parte 6 Reemplazo de una pizarra rota
NSA - Instalación de techo de pizarra Parte 7 Instalación de valle abierto
NSA - Instalación de techo de pizarra Parte 8 Instalación de valle cerrado
Ludowici Clay Roof Tile Learning Series
Explore the Ludowici Learning Series, a collection of nine instructional videos designed to guide roofing professionals through key steps of terra cotta tile roof installation using Ludowici materials. From roof deck preparation and underlayment to eaves, valleys, flashing, and finishing details, each video provides practical insights and best practices to help ensure a durable, high-quality Ludowici roof system.