Historic Slate Roof Restoration in Fort Monroe Historic District, VA

Project Overview

Our team completed a specialized slate roof restoration on a 19th-century Gothic Revival chapel in Fort Monroe Historic District, VA. To resolve aging and improper prior repairs, we eliminated exposed metal straps, hand-shuffled materials, and installed genuine reclaimed Buckingham slate with concealed hooks and copper bibs. We also repaired 17 dipping rafters, replaced buckled vertical decking with structural lumber, and sealed all historic saddle ridges with NP-1 sealant.

• Project type: Commercial Roofing
• Location: Frank Ln, Hampton, VA
• Company: The Roofing Company, Inc.
• Primary goal: Stop leaks and stabilize a historic roof

Commercial Roofing Results: Leak Protection and Structural Restoration

This project solved multiple water intrusion and structural issues while preserving the chapel’s historic character. By dismantling raised slate zones, replacing warped decking, and reinforcing 17 dipping rafters, we improved roof stability and durability in a coastal climate. The restored slate surfaces, sealed ridges, and upgraded fastening details now provide better weather protection and long-term reliability.

Commercial Roofing Materials Used: Historic Slate and Reinforcement System

Buckingham slate, hand-sorted reclaimed slate, copper drip edge metal with wood cant detail, metallic ridge caps, solid wood decking boards, high-temperature ice & water shield leak barrier, modern synthetic underlayment sheet, stainless-steel slate hooks, copper nails, metal flashing bibs, Simpson Strong-Tie screws, high-tension metal plates, inside corner framing plates, structural wood wedge blocks, commercial-grade polyurethane sealant, Sonneborn NP-1 sealant.

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