Slate And Shake Roofing In Central Texas
The Natural Slate Alternative Built for Texas.
The Natural Slate Alternative Built for Texas.
Synthetic slate and shake roofing replicates the look of natural slate and cedar shake using single-piece polymer composite panels engineered for impact resistance, UV stability, and long-term dimensional integrity.
Natural slate and cedar shake are among the most aesthetically distinguished roofing materials available. They are also among the most demanding. Natural slate requires significant structural support due to its weight. Cedar shake requires ongoing maintenance and carries elevated fire risk. Both are expensive to install and difficult to repair.
Synthetic slate and shake products deliver the same visual character without the structural, maintenance, or cost demands of the natural materials they replicate. In Central Texas, where Class 4 impact resistance is the relevant performance benchmark, synthetic products offer a premium aesthetic with a performance profile that natural materials cannot match.
Natural slate and cedar shake are visually unmatched. They are also heavy, fragile, high-maintenance, and expensive to repair. Synthetic slate and shake deliver the same aesthetic in a single-piece polymer construction with no granules, no organic decay, and no structural demands. Class 4 impact resistance and 50-year warranties included.
The right product comes down to the natural material you want to replicate and the aesthetic profile that fits your home.
A thick, dimensional synthetic slate tile with a natural quarried appearance. Available in a wide color range. Ideal for traditional and craftsman architectural profiles.
A single-piece polymer slate shingle engineered for a refined, low-profile appearance. Delivers the quarried slate aesthetic with Class 4 impact resistance and a 50-year warranty.
Replicates the hand-split texture and dimensional character of natural cedar shake without the fire risk, moisture sensitivity, or maintenance demands.
A single-piece polymer shake engineered for dimensional consistency and clean lines. Delivers the hand-split cedar aesthetic with Class 4 impact resistance and a 50-year warranty.
The September 24, 2023 hailstorm caused an estimated $600 million in combined damage across Travis and Williamson Counties according to the National Weather Service. (Source) For homeowners who want a premium aesthetic roof, that event made one thing clear. The material has to match the climate.
Natural slate can crack and delaminate under impact despite its hardness. Synthetic slate and shake products are engineered specifically to absorb impact without cracking, with a Class 4 UL 2218 rating that reflects performance under the same test standard used for asphalt and metal.
For Georgetown and surrounding Central Texas communities, synthetic slate and shake isn’t a compromise. It’s the version of the product that was built for where you actually live.
Ark not only replaced my roof, they totally redone my home's exterior. The best-looking work I have ever had done. Nice to have a local Georgetown business right up the road.
The company president is personally committed to excellence from start to finish. He conducted a detailed survey, including an inspection from inside the attic and a drone overview. One of the best experiences we have ever had with a contractor.
Luke and his team were very professional and good at communicating throughout the whole process. They took care of everything and made the work pretty painless. Don't hesitate to give them a chance.
Owens Corning Platinum Preferred asphalt from Oakridge to Class 4 Duration Storm.
The longest-lasting residential roof, with Standing Seam and R-Panel options.
Mediterranean curb appeal with Class 4 protection and no clay-tile weight.