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Composite & Synthetic Slate RoofingInstalled across metro Atlanta by ABM, a GAF Master Elite roofer

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Composite slate roof on a metro Atlanta home installed by ABM

Composite Slate Roofing for Metro Atlanta Homes

Slate has crowned the finest homes for centuries, and across the south metro it still signals a home built to last. The catch with genuine quarried slate is weight and cost: a natural slate roof is heavy enough that many homes need structural reinforcement before the first tile goes on. Brava composite slate delivers that same hand-cut stone look at roughly a quarter of the weight, so ABM can install it on the home you already own without rebuilding the deck to carry the load.

Molded from real slate profiles and colored all the way through, it reads as authentic from the street and stands up to Georgia heat, humidity, and hail far better than the real thing. Brava Slate is available in 12" standard and 6", 9", and 12" multi-width sizes.

Why Composite Slate Makes Sense in Georgia


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No structural retrofit

Natural slate can weigh 800 to 1,500 pounds per square. Brava's lightweight composite installs on standard framing, so most metro homes skip the costly reinforcement genuine slate demands.

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Built for our hail and wind

Spring and summer storms drive most roofing claims in the metro. Brava carries a Class 4 impact rating and qualifies for the FORTIFIED program, which can earn a discount from many carriers.

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HOA-friendly by design

Consistent, through-body color holds up to architectural review across Henry, Butts, and Spalding county neighborhoods. ABM handles the spec sheets and color samples so approval never stalls the job.

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Color that survives the sun

Brava's mineral-infused Colorcast resists the UV fade that punishes darker roofs through long Georgia summers, so the slate look you pick is the one you keep for decades.

ABM installs composite slate for homeowners across McDonough, Locust Grove, Jackson, Griffin, Stockbridge, Covington, and out to Eatonton and the Lake Country.

Slate Colors

Color Disclaimer: The colors shown online or on the brochure may vary from actual colors.

Premium Blend

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    Arendale

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    Atlantic

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    Cottage

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    Graphite

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    Light Arendale

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    Onyx

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    Washington

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    Sandstone* Premium Blend

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    European* Premium Blend

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    Pine Green* Premium Blend

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    Tuscan Clay* Premium Blend

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    Victorian* Premium Blend

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    White* Premium Blend

* Note: Premium Blend, Cool Roof (Title 24), and Legacy Colors are available as an up-charge from Standard Color pricing. Please contact ABM Roofing for additional information.

Brava Slate VS Natural Slate

Brava composite slate tiles

Brava Slate Tiles


  • A convincing match for natural quarried slate.

  • Made of recycled polymers and other sustainable materials.

  • Lightweight, so it installs without structural reinforcement.

  • Class 4 impact rated to handle severe Georgia weather.

  • 50-year limited warranty.

  • Qualifies for the FORTIFIED roofing program.

Natural quarried slate tiles

Natural Slate Tiles


  • Genuine quarried stone with a lifespan measured in generations.

  • Heavy enough that most homes need added structural support.

  • Higher upfront cost and more careful long-term maintenance.

Set on the real thing? ABM installs genuine quarried slate too. See our natural slate roofing.

Composite Slate Roofing FAQ


Does a composite slate roof need extra structural support?
In almost all cases, no. That is the main advantage over natural slate. Genuine slate is heavy enough that many homes require reinforced framing to carry it, which adds serious cost. Brava composite slate weighs a fraction of that, so it installs on standard residential framing, which makes it a realistic upgrade for homes already standing across the metro.
How does composite slate hold up to Georgia hail and storms?
Well, which is a big reason we recommend it here. Brava carries a Class 4 impact rating, the highest tier, and a 50-year limited warranty, and it qualifies for the FORTIFIED roofing program. Many insurance carriers offer a premium discount for Class 4 impact-rated roofing, though availability depends on your carrier and policy.
Composite slate or natural slate, which should I choose?
Both are excellent, and ABM installs both. Composite is the pragmatic choice for most Georgia homes: the same look at a quarter of the weight, no structural retrofit, better impact resistance, and lower maintenance. Genuine quarried slate is the pick if you want authentic stone and your home can carry it. We will walk you through the tradeoffs on a free estimate. Prefer the real thing? See our natural slate roofing.
Will composite slate get HOA approval in my neighborhood?
Usually yes. Many south-metro HOAs actually prefer composite because its through-body color stays consistent far longer than natural materials. ABM provides the product spec sheets, color samples, and documentation architectural review committees require, and we manage that process so it does not delay your project.
How long does a composite slate roof last?
Brava composite slate carries a 50-year limited warranty and routinely outlasts asphalt shingle roofs, which typically give 15 to 25 years in Georgia's heat and humidity, by decades. It is a roof most homeowners install once and never think about again.
What does composite slate cost in the Atlanta area?
Composite slate is a premium over architectural asphalt but a fraction of the installed cost of genuine quarried slate, once you account for the structural work natural slate often requires. Final pricing depends on roof size, pitch, complexity, and color tier. The best number is a free, no-pressure estimate on your specific roof.
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Try Out The Brava Visualizer!

Get a general idea on how Brava's tiles will look on your home with their state-of-the-art online visualizer tool.

Upload a photo of your home (or choose a model home) and do side-by-side comparisons, view the roof from different angles, and be confident you have made the right color decision.

Get a Composite Slate Estimate

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