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This PRODUCT MASTERSPEC section is licensed by ARCOM (November, 2004) for distribution by
The New England Slate Company. Changes made to MASTERSPEC by The New England Slate
Company are indicated using underline/strikeout text. Review and accept changes according to project
requirements and specifier's practice. The underline and strikeout portions of the text in this Section are
the sole responsibility of The New England Slate Company. They are not provided by, endorsed by, or
representative of the opinions of ARCOM or The American Institute of Architects. For more information
contact The New England Slate Company, 1385 U.S. Route 7, Pittsford, VT 05763. Phone (888) 6375283. Fax (802) 247-0089. Website: www.neslate.com. Email: chris@neslate.com.

SECTION 073126 - SLATE SHINGLES

PART 1 - GENERAL
SCHEDULE 0 - RELATED DOCUMENTS
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 0 - Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and
Supplementary Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.
SCHEDULE 1 - SUMMARY
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 0 - This Section includes the following:
0.1
0.2
0.3
0.4

Slate shingles.
Felt underlayment.
Self-adhering sheet underlayment.
Snow guards.

PRODUCT DATA SHEET 1 - Related Sections include the following:

1.1
1.2
1.3

Division 06 Section "Rough Carpentry" for roof sheathing [wood nailer strips] [and]
[eave cants].
Division 07 Section "Sheet Metal Flashing and Trim" for metal [roof-penetration
flashings] [counterflashings] [and] [flashings] not part of this Section.
Division 07 Section "Roof Accessories" for set-on ridge vents.

SCHEDULE 2 - DEFINITIONS
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 0 - Roofing Terminology: Refer to ASTM D 1079 and glossary of NRCA's
"The NRCA Roofing and Waterproofing Manual" for definitions of terms related to roofing
work in this Section.
SCHEDULE 3 - SUBMITTALS
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 0 - Product Data: For each type of product indicated.

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PRODUCT DATA SHEET 1 - Samples for Initial Selection: Of each color, size, texture, and shape.
1.1

Include similar Samples of trim and accessories involving color selection.

PRODUCT DATA SHEET 2 - Samples for Verification:

indicated, to verify color selected.
2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4
2.5

For the following products, of sizes

Slate Shingle: Full size, of each color, size, texture, and shape.
Ridge [Cap] [Vent]: 12 inches (300 mm) long.
Fasteners: Three fasteners of each type, length, and finish.
Self-Adhering Underlayment: 12 inches (300 mm) square.
Snow Guard: [Full-size unit] [Base, bracket, and 12-inch- (300-mm-) long rail].

PRODUCT DATA SHEET 3 - Material Test Reports: Based on evaluation of comprehensive tests
performed by a qualified testing agency, for each slate variety.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 4 - Warranty: Special warranty specified in this Section.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 5 - Certificate of Origin:
shingle's country of origin.

Manufacturer's written declaration of slate

SCHEDULE 4 - QUALITY ASSURANCE

PRODUCT DATA SHEET 0 - Source Limitations: Obtain each color of slate from a single quarry
capable of producing slate of consistent quality in appearance and physical properties.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 1 - Mockups: Build mockups to verify selections made under sample
submittals and to demonstrate aesthetic effects and set quality standards for materials and
execution.
1.1
1.2
1.3

Approval of mockups is also for other material and construction qualities specifically
approved by Architect in writing.
Approval of mockups does not constitute approval of deviations from the Contract
Documents contained in mockups unless such deviations are specifically approved by
Architect in writing.
Approved mockups may become part of the completed Work if undisturbed at time of
Substantial Completion.

PRODUCT DATA SHEET 2 - Preinstallation Conference: Conduct conference at Project site to

comply with requirements in Division 01 Section "Project Management and Coordination."
SCHEDULE 5 - DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 0 - Store underlayment rolls on end on pallets or other raised surfaces. Do
not double-stack rolls.
0.1

Handle, store, and place roofing materials in a manner to avoid significant or permanent
damage to roof deck or structural supporting members.

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PRODUCT DATA SHEET 1 - Protect unused underlayment from weather, sunlight, and moisture
when left overnight or when roofing work is not in progress.
SCHEDULE 6 - PROJECT CONDITIONS
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 0 - Environmental Limitations: Proceed with installation of self-adhering
sheet underlayment only within the range of ambient and substrate temperatures recommended
by manufacturer.
SCHEDULE 7 - WARRANTY
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 0 - Special Roofing Installer's Warranty: Warranty, on warranty form at
end of this Section, signed by roofing Installer and covering Work of this Section, in which
roofing Installer agrees to repair or replace slate roofing that fails in materials or workmanship
within the following warranty period:
0.1

Warranty Period:
Completion.

[Two] [Five] <Insert number> years from date of Substantial

PART 2 - PRODUCTS
SCHEDULE 0 - MANUFACTURERS
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 0 - In other Part 2 articles where titles below introduce lists, the following
requirements apply to product selection:
0.1
0.2
0.3
0.4

Available Products: Subject to compliance with requirements, products that may be

incorporated into the Work include, but are not limited to, products specified.
Products: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide one of the products
specified.
Available Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, manufacturers
offering products that may be incorporated into the Work include, but are not limited to,
manufacturers specified.
Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the
manufacturers specified.

SCHEDULE 1 - SLATE
Select product option from paragraph below after verifying availability with The New England Slate
Company. Products available in one region may not be available in another. Retain "Available" for
nonproprietary and delete for semiproprietary specifications.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 0 - [Available ]Manufacturers:
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 1 - Basis-of-Design Product: The basis-of-design for slate is based on The
New England Slate Company; [North Country Black] [Semi-Weathering Grey/Black]
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[Semi-Weathering Grey/Green] [Unfading Green] [Unfading Grey] [Unfading Mottled
Purple] [Unfading Red] [Variegated Purple] [Vermont Grey]. Subject to compliance with
requirements, provide the specified product, or a comparable product from one of the following
manufacturers:
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
1.5
1.6
1.7
1.8
1.9
1.10
1.11
1.12
1.13
1.14
1.15
1.16

American Slate Company.

Buckingham-Virginia Slate Corp.
Burlington Natstone, Inc.
Echeguren Slate, Inc.
Evergreen Slate Company.
Greenstone Slate Company, Inc.
Hilltop Slate, Inc.
North Country Slate.
Slate International, Inc.
Structural Slate Company (The).
Tatko Stone Products.
U.S. Quarried Slate Products, Inc.
Vermont Structural Slate Company, Inc.
Virginia Slate Company (The).
Williams & Sons Slate & Tile, Inc.
<Insert manufacturer's name.>

PRODUCT DATA SHEET 2 - Slate Shingles: ASTM C 406, Grade [S1] [S2] <Insert grade>; hard,
dense, and sound; chamfered edges, with nail holes machine punched or drilled and
countersunk. No broken or cracked slates, no broken exposed corners, and no broken corners
on covered ends that could sacrifice nailing strength or laying of a watertight roof.
2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4
2.5
2.6
2.7
2.8
2.9

Thickness: Nominal [3/16 inch (5 mm)] [3/16 to 1/4 inch (5 to 6 mm)] [1/4 to 3/8 inch
(6 to 10 mm)] [3/8 to 1/2 inch (10 to 13 mm)] <Insert thickness>.
Surface Texture: [Smooth] [Rough] <Insert texture>.
Size: 24 inches (610 mm) long by [14 inches (355 mm)] [12 inches (300 mm)]
[random widths, but not less than one-half-length] wide.
Size: 22 inches (560 mm) long by [14 inches (355 mm)] [12 inches (300 mm)] [11
inches (275 mm)] [random widths, but not less than one-half-length] wide.
Size: 20 inches (500 mm) long by [14 inches (355 mm)] [12 inches (300 mm)] [11
inches (275 mm)] [10 inches (250 mm)] [random widths, but not less than one-halflength] wide.
Size: 18 inches (450 mm) long by [14 inches (355 mm)] [12 inches (300 mm)] [11
inches (275 mm)] [10 inches (250 mm)] [9 inches (225 mm)] [random widths, but not
less than one-half-length] wide.
Size: 16 inches (400 mm) long by [14 inches (355 mm)] [12 inches (300 mm)] [11
inches (275 mm)] [10 inches (250 mm)] [9 inches (225 mm)] [8 inches (200 mm)]
[random widths, but not less than one-half-length] wide.
Size: 14 inches (355 mm) long by [12 inches (300 mm)] [11 inches (275 mm)] [10
inches (250 mm)] [9 inches (225 mm)] [8 inches (200 mm)] [7 inches (175 mm)]
[random widths, but not less than one-half-length] wide.
Size: 12 inches (300 mm) long by [12 inches (300 mm)] [10 inches (250 mm)] [9
inches (225 mm)] [8 inches (200 mm)] [7 inches (175 mm)] [6 inches (150 mm)]
[random widths, but not less than one-half-length] wide.

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2.10 Size: 10 inches (250 mm) by [10 inches (250 mm)] [9 inches (225 mm)] [8 inches (200
mm)] [7 inches (175 mm)] [6 inches (150 mm)] [random widths, but not less than
one-half-length] wide.
2.11 Nail Holes: [Two] [Four] per shingle.
The New England Slate Company recommends that only conventional slate hooks or nails be used for
attachment of slate shingles.
Delete subparagraph below and retain subparagraph above unless using a proprietary Z-track and springclip fastening system for slate shingles.
2.12 Notches: Two per shingle, one each side.
2.13 Butt Shape: Standard square cut.
2.14 Cut Butt Shape: [Standard square cut] [and] [pointed] [deep bevel] [shallow bevel]
[deep scallop] [shallow scallop] [round].
Select color option from subparagraph below after verifying availability. Colors available in one region
may not be available in another.
2.15 Color: [Black] [Green] [Gray] [Gray green] [Purple] [Red] [Match Architect's
samples] [As selected by Architect from manufacturer's full range] <Insert color>.
2.16 Weather-Exposure Color Change: [Unfading] [Weathering].
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 3 - Starter Slate:
punched.
3.1

Slate shingles, with chamfered nail holes front-side

Length: Exposure of slate shingle plus headlap.

PRODUCT DATA SHEET 4 - Ridge Slate: Slate shingles, fabricated with [vertical] [horizontal]
grain orientation.
SCHEDULE 2 - UNDERLAYMENT MATERIALS
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 0 - Saturated Felt Underlayment: ASTM D 226, Type II, asphalt-saturated
organic felt, unperforated.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 1 - Coated Felt Underlayment:
-coated organic felt, mineral surfaced, unperforated.

ASTM D 2626, asphalt-saturated and

PRODUCT DATA SHEET 2 - Self-Adhering

Sheet
Underlayment,
Granular
Surfaced:
ASTM D 1970, minimum of 55 mils (1.4 mm) thick; glass-fiber-mat-reinforced, SBS-modified
asphalt; mineral-granule surfaced; with release-paper backing; cold applied.[ Provide primer
for adjoining concrete or masonry surfaces to receive underlayment.]
2.1

[Available ]Products:
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.

SLATE SHINGLES

ALCO-NVC, Inc.; ALCO Shield.

Atlas Roofing Corporation; StormMaster DG.
Carlisle Coatings & Waterproofing, Div. of Carlisle Companies Inc.; Dri-Start "G."
Celotex Corporation; Celo-Guard.
CertainTeed Corporation; WinterGuard.
GAF Materials Corporation; Weather Watch.
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G.
H.
I.
J.
K.
L.

Henry Company; Eaveguard.

IKO; ArmourGuard.
Johns Manville International, Inc.; Roof Defender.
NEI Advanced Composite Technology; AC [Granular Ice and StormSeal] [Sand
Ice and StormSeal].
Owens Corning; WeatherLock G.
<Insert manufacturer's name; product name or designation.>

PRODUCT DATA SHEET 3 - Self-Adhering

Sheet
Underlayment,
Polyethylene
Faced:
ASTM D 1970, minimum of 40 mils (1.0 mm) thick; slip-resisting, polyethylene-filmreinforced top surface laminated to SBS-modified asphalt adhesive, with release-paper backing;
cold applied.[ Provide primer for adjoining concrete or masonry surfaces to receive
underlayment.]
3.1

[Available ]Products:
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
G.
H.
I.
J.

Carlisle Coatings & Waterproofing, Div. of Carlisle Companies Inc.; Dri-Start "A."
Grace, W. R. & Co.; Grace Ice and Water Shield.
Henry Company; Perma-Seal PE.
Johns Manville International, Inc.; Roof Defender.
NEI Advanced Composite Technology; AC Poly Ice and StormSeal.
Owens Corning; WeatherLock M.
Polyguard Products, Inc.; Polyguard Deck Guard.
Protecto Wrap Company; Rainproof TM.
SafSeal Innovations; SafSeal 7740.
<Insert manufacturer's name; product name or designation.>

SCHEDULE 3 - SNOW GUARDS

PRODUCT DATA SHEET 0 - Snow Guard Pads: Fabricated [copper] [cast-bronze] [lead-coated
copper] [stainless-steel] [aluminum] units, designed to be installed without penetrating slate
shingles, and complete with predrilled holes or hooks for anchoring.
0.1

[Available ]Products:
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
G.

Alpine SnowGuards, a division of Vermont Slate & Copper Services, Inc.; <Insert
product name or designation>.
Berger Bros. Co.; <Insert product name or designation>.
M. J. Mullane Company, Inc.; <Insert product name or designation>.
Sieger Snow Guards, Inc.; <Insert product name or designation>.
Snow Management Systems, a division of Contek, Inc.; <Insert product name or
designation>.
Zaleski Snow-Guards & Roofing Specialties; <Insert product name or
designation>.
<Insert manufacturer's name; product name or designation.>

PRODUCT DATA SHEET 1 - Snow-Guard Rails: Unit fabricated from metal base plate anchored to
[adjustable] [fixed] bracket and equipped with [two] [three] bars.
1.1

[Available ]Products:

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B.
C.
D.
E.
1.2
1.3

Alpine SnowGuards, a division of Vermont Slate & Copper Services, Inc.; <Insert
product name or designation>.
M. J. Mullane Company, Inc.; <Insert product name or designation>.
Sieger Snow Guards, Inc.; <Insert product name or designation>.
Snow Management Systems, a division of Contek, Inc.; <Insert product name or
designation>.
<Insert manufacturer's name; product name or designation.>

Brackets and Base Plate: [Aluminum] [Bronze or brass] [Stainless steel].

Bars: [Aluminum, mill finished] [Aluminum, clear anodized] [Stainless steel, mill
finished].

SCHEDULE 4 - ACCESSORIES
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 0 - Asphalt Roofing Cement: ASTM D 4586, Type II, asbestos free.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 1 - Butyl Sealant: ASTM C 1311, single-component, solvent-release butyl
rubber sealant; polyisobutylene plasticized; heavy bodied.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 2 - Elastomeric Sealant:
ASTM C 920, elastomeric [polyurethane]
[polysulfide] [silicone] polymer sealant; of type, grade, class, and use classifications required to
seal joints in slate-shingle roofing and remain watertight.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 3 - Slating Nails: ASTM F 1667; [copper] [aluminum] [stainless-steel]
smooth shanked wire nails, 0.135-inch (3.4-mm) minimum thick, sharp pointed, with 3/8-inch(10-mm-) minimum diameter flat head, and of sufficient length to penetrate a minimum of 3/4
inch (19 mm) into sheathing.
3.1

Where nails are in contact with metal flashing, use nails made from same metal as
flashing.

PRODUCT DATA SHEET 4 - Felt Underlayment Nails: Aluminum, stainless-steel, or hot-dip

galvanized steel wire nails with low-profile capped heads or disc caps, 1-inch (25-mm)
minimum diameter.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 5 - Wood [Nailer Strips] [and Eave Cants]: Comply with requirements
in Division 06 Section "[Rough Carpentry] [Miscellaneous Rough Carpentry]."
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 6 - Ridge [Cap] [Vent]:
Custom-fabricated metal covers with
noncorrosive components complete with internal anchoring lag screws, compression plates, and
snap-on caps[ and slate retention channels].
6.1

[Available ]Products:
A.
B.

6.2

Slate International, Inc.; Topslate.

<Insert manufacturer's name; product name or designation.>

Type: [Cap, nonventilating] [Vent, with ventilating mesh providing net-free area of
18 sq. in./ft. (380 sq. cm/m)] [Vent, with ventilating mesh providing net-free area of
18 sq. in./ft. (380 sq. cm/m) and external baffles].

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6.3

6.4

Metal Components: [Copper, 20-oz./sq. ft.- (0.7-mm-) thick sheet] [Lead-coated

copper, 21.2-oz./sq. ft.- (0.75-mm-) thick sheet] [Aluminum, 0.050-inch- (1.3-mm-)
thick sheet, with manufacturer's standard 2-coat, thermocured system consisting of
specially formulated inhibitive primer and fluoropolymer color topcoat containing
not less than 70 percent polyvinylidene fluoride resin on exposed surfaces].
Accessories: Splices, end caps, and other accessories of matching metal and finish.

The New England Slate Company recommends that only conventional slate hooks or nails be used for
attachment of slate shingles.
Retain paragraph below as an example of a recent proprietary attachment system for fastening slate
shingles instead of using conventional slate nails.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 7 - Track- and Clip-Attachment System: Custom-fabricated slate-shingle
attachment system designed for use with slotted-slate shingles consisting of [extrudedaluminum] [formed stainless-steel] perforated Z-track, screws, and spring clips for anchoring
slate to roof deck.
Retain below with Part 2 "Manufacturers" Article. Retain "Available" for nonproprietary and delete for
semiproprietary specifications.
7.1

[Available ]Products:
A.
B.

Slate International, Inc.; FasTrack for Slate.

<Insert manufacturer's name; product name or designation.>

SCHEDULE 5 - METAL FLASHING AND TRIM

PRODUCT DATA SHEET 0 - Sheet Metal Flashing and Trim:
Division 07 Section "Sheet Metal Flashing and Trim."
0.1

Comply with requirements in

Sheet Metal: [Copper] [Lead-coated copper] [Stainless steel] [Zinc] [Coil-coated

aluminum] [Anodized aluminum] [Aluminum, mill finished] <Insert sheet
material>.

PRODUCT DATA SHEET 1 - Fabricate sheet metal flashing and trim to comply with
recommendations in SMACNA's "Architectural Sheet Metal Manual" that apply to design,
dimensions, metal, and other characteristics of item.
1.1
1.2
1.3

Apron Flashings: Fabricate with lower flange extending a minimum of [4 inches (100
mm)] [6 inches (150 mm)] over and[ 4 inches (100 mm)] beyond each side of
downslope slate shingles and[ 6 inches (150 mm)] up the vertical surface.
Step Flashings: Fabricate with a 3-inch (75-mm) headlap extending a minimum of [4
inches (100 mm)] [5 inches (125 mm)] over the underlying slate shingles and up the
vertical surface.
[Cricket] [Backer] Flashings: Fabricate with concealed flange extending a minimum of
[18 inches (450 mm)] [24 inches (600 mm)] beneath upslope slate shingles and[ 6
inches (150 mm)] beyond each side of [chimney] [skylight] and[ 6 inches (150 mm)]
above the roof plane.

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1.5
1.6
1.7

Hip Flashings: Fabricate to length of slate shingle and to extend [3 inches (75 mm)]
<Insert dimension> beyond joint of hip shingle with adjoining roof shingle.
Open-Valley Flashings: Fabricate in lengths not exceeding [10 feet (3 m)] <Insert
length> with 1-inch- (25-mm-) high, inverted-V profile at center of valley and equal
flange widths of [10 inches (250 mm)] [12 inches (300 mm)] <Insert width>.
Closed-Valley Flashings: Fabricate in lengths not exceeding [10 feet (3 m)] <Insert
length> and equal flange widths of [10 inches (250 mm)] [12 inches (300 mm)] <Insert
width>.
Drip Edges: Fabricate in lengths not exceeding [10 feet (3 m)] <Insert length> with 2inch (50-mm) roof-deck flange and 1-1/2-inch (38-mm) fascia flange with 3/8-inch (10mm) drip at lower edge.

PRODUCT DATA SHEET 2 - Vent-Pipe Flashings: ASTM B 749, Type L51121, at least 1/16 inch
(1.6 mm) thick. Provide lead sleeve sized to slip over and turn down into pipe, soldered to skirt
at slope of roof and extending at least 4 inches (100 mm) from pipe onto roof.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
SCHEDULE 0 - EXAMINATION
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 0 - Examine substrates, areas, and conditions, with Installer present, for
compliance with requirements for installation tolerances and other conditions affecting
performance of work.
0.1
0.2
0.3

Examine roof sheathing to verify that sheathing joints are supported by framing and
blocking or metal clips and that installation is within flatness tolerances.
Verify that substrate is sound, dry, smooth, clean, sloped for drainage, and completely
anchored; and that provision has been made for flashings and penetrations through
roofing.
For the record, prepare written report, endorsed by Installer, listing conditions detrimental
to performance of work.

PRODUCT DATA SHEET 1 - Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been
corrected.
SCHEDULE 1 - ROOF UNDERLAYMENT INSTALLATION
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 0 - Single-Layer Felt Underlayment: Install perpendicular to roof slope in
parallel courses. Lap sides a minimum of 2 inches (50 mm) over underlying course. Lap ends a
minimum of 4 inches (100 mm). Stagger end laps between succeeding courses at least 72
inches (1830 mm). Fasten with felt underlayment nails.
0.1

Install felt underlayment on roof deck not covered by self-adhering sheet underlayment.
Lap sides of felt over self-adhering sheet underlayment not less than 3 inches (75 mm) in
direction to shed water. Lap ends of felt not less than 6 inches (150 mm) over selfadhering sheet underlayment.

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PRODUCT DATA SHEET 1 - Double-Layer Felt Underlayment: Install perpendicular to roof slope in
parallel courses. Install a 19-inch- (485-mm-) wide starter course at eaves and completely cover
with full-width second course. Install succeeding courses lapping previous courses 19 inches
(485 mm) in shingle fashion. Lap ends a minimum of 6 inches (150 mm). Stagger end laps
between succeeding courses at least 72 inches (1830 mm). Fasten with felt underlayment nails.
1.1
1.2
1.3

Apply a continuous layer of asphalt roofing cement over starter course and on felt
underlayment surface to be concealed by succeeding courses as each felt course is
installed. Apply [over entire roof] [at locations indicated on Drawings].
Install felt underlayment on roof sheathing not covered by self-adhering sheet
underlayment. Lap edges over self-adhering sheet underlayment not less than 3 inches
(75 mm) in direction to shed water.
Terminate felt underlayment [flush] [extended up not less than 4 inches (100 mm)]
against sidewalls, curbs, chimneys, and other roof projections.

PRODUCT DATA SHEET 2 - Self-Adhering Sheet Underlayment: Install wrinkle free, complying
with low-temperature installation restrictions of underlayment manufacturer if applicable.
Install at locations indicated [below] [on Drawings], lapped in direction to shed water. Lap
sides not less than 3-1/2 inches (89 mm). Lap ends not less than 6 inches (150 mm), staggered
24 inches (600 mm) between courses. Roll laps with roller. Cover underlayment within seven
days.
2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4
2.5
2.6
2.7
2.8

2.9

Prime concrete and masonry surfaces to receive self-adhering sheet underlayment.

Eaves: Extend from edges of eaves [24 inches (600 mm)] [36 inches (914 mm)] <Insert
dimension> beyond interior face of exterior wall.
Rakes: Extend from edges of rakes [24 inches (600 mm)] [36 inches (914 mm)] <Insert
dimension> beyond interior face of exterior wall.
Valleys: Extend from lowest to highest point [18 inches (450 mm)] <Insert dimension>
on each side.
Hips: Extend [18 inches (450 mm)] <Insert dimension> on each side.
Ridges: Extend [36 inches (914 mm)] <Insert dimension> on each side[ without
obstructing continuous ridge vent slot].
Sidewalls: Extend [18 inches (450 mm)] <Insert dimension> beyond sidewalls and
return vertically against sidewalls not less than [4 inches (100 mm)] <Insert
dimension>.
Dormers, Chimneys, Skylights, and Other Roof-Penetrating Elements: Extend [18
inches (450 mm)] <Insert dimension> beyond penetrating elements and return
vertically against penetrating elements not less than [4 inches (100 mm)] <Insert
dimension>.
Roof-Slope Transitions: Extend [18 inches (450 mm)] <Insert dimension> on each roof
slope.

PRODUCT DATA SHEET 3 - Metal-Flashed Open-Valley Underlayment: Install 2 layers of 36-inch(914-mm-) wide felt underlayment centered in valley. Stagger end laps between layers at least
72 inches (1830 mm). Lap ends of each layer at least 12 inches (300 mm) in direction to shed
water, and seal with asphalt roofing cement. Fasten each layer to roof deck with felt
underlayment nails.
3.1

Lap felt underlayment over first layer of valley felt underlayment at least 6 inches (150
mm).

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SCHEDULE 2 - METAL FLASHING INSTALLATION
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 0 - General: Install metal flashings and other sheet metal to comply with
requirements in Division 07 Section "Sheet Metal Flashing and Trim."
0.1

Install metal flashings according to recommendations in NRCA's "The NRCA Roofing

and Waterproofing Manual."

PRODUCT DATA SHEET 1 - Apron Flashings: Extend lower flange over and beyond each side of
downslope slate shingles and up the vertical surface.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 2 - Step Flashings: Install with a 3-inch (75-mm) headlap extending over
the underlying slate shingles and up the vertical surface. Install with lower edge of flashing just
upslope of, and concealed by, butt of overlying slate shingle. Fasten to roof deck only.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 3 - [Cricket] [Backer] Flashings: Install against the roof-penetrating
element, extending concealed flange beneath upslope slate shingles and beyond each side.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 4 - Hip Flashings: Install centrally over hip with lower edge of flashing
concealed by butt of overlying slate shingle. Fasten to roof deck.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 5 - [Open] [Closed]-Valley Flashings: Install centrally in valleys, lapping
ends at least 8 inches (200 mm) in direction to shed water. Fasten upper end of each length to
roof deck beneath overlap.
5.1
5.2

Secure hemmed flange edges into metal cleats spaced [12 inches (300 mm)] <Insert
spacing> apart and fastened to roof deck.
Adhere [9-inch- (225-mm-)] <Insert width> wide strips of self-adhering sheet to metal
flanges and to self-adhering sheet underlayment.

PRODUCT DATA SHEET 6 - Rake Drip Edges: Install over underlayment and fasten to roof deck.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 7 - Eave Drip Edges: Install beneath underlayment and fasten to roof deck.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 8 - Pipe Flashings: Form flashing around pipe penetrations and slate
shingles. Fasten and seal to slate shingles.
SCHEDULE 3 - SLATE-SHINGLE INSTALLATION
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 0 - Installation, General: Beginning at eaves, install slate shingles
according to written recommendations of manufacturer and details and recommendations in
NRCA's "The NRCA Roofing and Waterproofing Manual."
0.1
0.2

Install wood nailer strip cant at eave edges.

Install shingle starter course chamfered face down.

The New England Slate Company recommends that only conventional slate hooks or nails be used for
attachment of slate shingles.

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Delete subparagraph below unless manufactured clip attachment system is required instead of using
slating nails to hang slate shingles.
0.3 Install clip attachment system according to manufacturer's written instructions.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 1 - Install first and remaining shingle courses with chamfered face up.
Install full-width first course at rake edge.
1.1
1.2

Offset joints of uniform width slate shingles by half the shingle width in succeeding
courses.
Offset joints of random width slate shingles a minimum of 3 inches (75 mm) in
succeeding courses.

PRODUCT DATA SHEET 2 - Maintain a [3-inch (75-mm)] [4-inch (100-mm)] minimum head lap
between succeeding shingle courses.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 3 - Maintain uniform exposure of shingle courses [between eaves and
ridge] [midway between eaves and ridge and increase head lap of succeeding shingle
courses to ensure uniform exposure on remaining shingle courses].
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 4 - Extend shingle starter course and first course [1 inch (25 mm)] [2
inches (50 mm)] over fasciae at eaves.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 5 - Extend shingle starter course and succeeding courses 1 inch (25 mm)
over fasciae at rakes.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 6 - Cut and fit slate neatly around roof vents, pipes, ventilators, and other
projections through roof.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 7 - Hang slate with [two] [four] slating nails for each shingle with nail
heads lightly touching slate. Do not drive nails home drawing slates downward or leave nail
head protruding enough to interfere with overlapping shingle above.
7.1

For vented ridge, terminate slate shingles leaving uniform air space each side of ridge
apex.

The New England Slate Company recommends that only conventional slate hooks or nails be used for
attachment of slate shingles.
Delete paragraph below unless using proprietary Z-track and spring-clip fastening system. Coordinate
spacing of track with location of side notches in slate shingles.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 8 - Track- and Clip-Fastening System:
manufacturer's written instructions.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 9 - Ridges:
configuration.
9.1
9.2

Install track according to

Install ridge slate in [saddle] [strip saddle] [combing]

Install and anchor wood nailer strips of thicknesses to match abutting courses of slate
shingles, terminating nailer strip 3 to 4 inches (75 to 100 mm) from the eave. Cover with
felt underlayment strip, extending to underlying slate but concealed by ridge slate.
Lay ridge slate in bed of [asphalt roofing cement] [butyl sealant].

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9.3
9.4
9.5

Anchor ridge slate to supporting wood nailer strip with [two] [four] <Insert number>
nails for each slate shingle without nails penetrating underlying slate.
Extend combing slate over leeward ridge slate by 1/8 to 1/4 inch (3 to 6 mm). Seal ridge
joint with elastomeric sealant.
Cover heads of exposed nails at final ridge shingle with [asphalt roofing cement] [butyl
sealant].

PRODUCT DATA SHEET 10 - Hips: Install and anchor slate hips in [saddle] [mitered] [fantail]
configuration.
10.1 Install and anchor wood nailer strips of thickness to match abutting courses of slate
shingles. Cover nailer strip with felt underlayment strip, extending on to underlying slate
but concealed by hip slate. Anchor hip slate to nailer strip with [two] <Insert number>
nails located in upper third of hip-slate length.
10.2 Notch starter shingle and first shingle course at hip to fit around nailer strips so no wood
is exposed at ridge eave.
10.3 Lay hip slate in bed of [asphalt roofing cement] [butyl sealant].
10.4 Seal hip centerline joint with elastomeric sealant.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 11 - Open Valleys: Cut slate shingles to form straight lines at open valleys,
trimming upper concealed corners of shingles. [Maintain uniform width of exposed open
valley] [Widen exposed portion of open valley 1/8 inch in 12 inches (1:96)] from highest to
lowest point.
11.1 Do not nail shingles to valley metal flashings.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 12 - Closed Valleys: Cut slate shingles to form straight lines at closed
valleys, trimming upper concealed corners of shingles. Maintain uniform gap at centerline of
valley of [1/2 to 3/4 inch (13 to 19 mm)] [3/4 to 1 inch (19 to 25 mm)].
12.1 Do not nail shingles to valley metal flashings.
SCHEDULE 4 - SNOW-GUARD INSTALLATION
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 0 - Snow-Guard Pads: Install <Insert number> rows of snow-guard pads
at locations indicated according to manufacturer's written installation instructions. Space rows
<Insert dimension> apart horizontally, beginning <Insert dimension> from gutter. Space
snow guards <Insert dimension> apart in each row, offsetting by half this dimension between
succeeding rows.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 1 - Snow-Guard Rails: Install <Insert number> rows of snow-guard rails
at locations indicated according to manufacturer's written installation instructions. Space rows
<Insert dimension> apart horizontally, beginning <Insert dimension> from gutter.
SCHEDULE 5 - ACCESSORIES INSTALLATION
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 0 - Ridge [Caps] [Vents]: Install units according to manufacturer's written
instructions.

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0.1

Install slate shingles into retention channels, butting adjacent shingles.

SCHEDULE 6 - ADJUSTING AND CLEANING

PRODUCT DATA SHEET 0 - Remove and replace damaged or broken slates.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 1 - Remove excess slate and debris from Project site.
SCHEDULE 7 - ROOFING INSTALLER'S WARRANTY
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 0 - WHEREAS <Insert name> of <Insert address>, herein called the
"Roofing Installer," has performed roofing and associated work ("work") on the following
project:
0.1
0.2
0.3
0.4
0.5
0.6
0.7
0.8

Owner: <Insert name of Owner.>

Address: <Insert address.>
Building Name/Type: <Insert information.>
Address: <Insert address.>
Area of Work: <Insert information.>
Acceptance Date: <Insert date.>
Warranty Period: [Two] [Five] <Insert number> years.
Expiration Date: <Insert date.>

PRODUCT DATA SHEET 1 - AND WHEREAS Roofing Installer has contracted (either directly with
Owner or indirectly as a subcontractor) to warrant said work against leaks and faulty or
defective materials and workmanship for designated Warranty Period,
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 2 - NOW THEREFORE Roofing Installer hereby warrants, subject to
terms and conditions herein set forth, that during Warranty Period he will, at his own cost and
expense, make or cause to be made such repairs to or replacements of said work as are
necessary to correct faulty and defective work and as are necessary to maintain said work in a
watertight condition.
PRODUCT DATA SHEET 3 - This Warranty is made subject to the following terms and conditions:
3.1

Specifically excluded from this Warranty are damages to work and other parts of the
building, and to building contents, caused by:
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
G.

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lightning;
peak gust wind speed exceeding <Insert wind speed> mph (m/sec);
fire;
failure of roofing system substrate, including cracking, settlement, excessive
deflection, deterioration, and decomposition;
faulty construction of parapet walls, copings, chimneys, skylights, vents,
equipment supports, and other edge conditions and penetrations of the work;
vapor condensation on bottom of roofing; and
activity on roofing by others, including construction contractors, maintenance
personnel, other persons, and animals, whether authorized or unauthorized by
Owner.
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3.2
3.3
3.4

3.5
3.6
3.7

When work has been damaged by any of foregoing causes, Warranty shall be null and
void until such damage has been repaired by Roofing Installer and until cost and expense
thereof have been paid by Owner or by another responsible party so designated.
Roofing Installer is responsible for damage to work covered by this Warranty but is not
liable for consequential damages to building or building contents resulting from leaks or
faults or defects of work.
During Warranty Period, if Owner allows alteration of work by anyone other than
Roofing Installer, including cutting, patching, and maintenance in connection with
penetrations, attachment of other work, and positioning of anything on roof, this
Warranty shall become null and void on date of said alterations, but only to the extent
said alterations affect work covered by this Warranty. If Owner engages Roofing Installer
to perform said alterations, Warranty shall not become null and void unless Roofing
Installer, before starting said work, shall have notified Owner in writing, showing
reasonable cause for claim, that said alterations would likely damage or deteriorate work,
thereby reasonably justifying a limitation or termination of this Warranty.
During Warranty Period, if original use of roof is changed, this Warranty shall become
null and void on date of said change, but only to the extent said change affects work
covered by this Warranty.
Owner shall promptly notify Roofing Installer of observed, known, or suspected leaks,
defects, or deterioration and shall afford reasonable opportunity for Roofing Installer to
inspect work and to examine evidence of such leaks, defects, or deterioration.
This Warranty is recognized to be the only warranty of Roofing Installer on said work
and shall not operate to restrict or cut off Owner from other remedies and resources
lawfully available to Owner in cases of roofing failure. Specifically, this Warranty shall
not operate to relieve Roofing Installer of responsibility for performance of original work
according to requirements of the Contract Documents, regardless of whether Contract
was a contract directly with Owner or a subcontract with Owner's General Contractor.

PRODUCT DATA SHEET 4 - IN WITNESS THEREOF, this instrument has been duly executed this
<Insert day> day of <Insert month>, <Insert year>.
4.1
4.2
4.3

Authorized Signature: <Insert signature.>

Name: <Insert name.>
Title: <Insert title.>

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