Install ridge slates and flashings in the same manner as installing slate hips except ridge joints should be caulked.
Slate roof ridge installation.
A slate roof can cost from 12 to 40 per square foot according to websites and roofers i consulted.
Read about how to install starter courses take a look at common contractor errors watch some video clips read about drip edges and cant strips if necessary look at some of the nuances that may be pertinent to your installation such as cleats on aprons cleats on.
3 before you start do your homework.
In this case 2 5 inch copper roofing nails were used.
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Actual costs will depend on job size conditions and options.
Copper ridge can be installed with nails or cleats.
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Your price will be on the lower end if you use recycled slates or reinstall your own.
You will need longer nails when installing ridge slates over vent material.
Uni vent rapid ridge hip product installation video duration.
Understand headlap read about the common mistakes people make when installing slate roofs.
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To estimate costs for your project.