The Peachtree Battle area, along Peachtree Battle Avenue and its side streets, is mostly homes from the 1920s through the 1950s: brick Tudors, Colonials and Georgian-style houses, many carefully renovated and expanded.
Original slate is still found here, along with older shingle roofs that replaced slate decades ago. Either way, chimneys, walls and dormers are where the problems usually start.
What we see on Peachtree Battle roofs.
- Chimney flashing. Tall brick chimneys need proper step and counter flashing. Tar-and-caulk fixes from past repairs are common and don't last.
- Slate repair vs. replacement. Many slate roofs here can be repaired. When replacement is needed, we'll explain the options, from new slate to premium alternatives.
- Addition transitions. Renovations often added family rooms and second stories that meet the original roof in difficult spots.
- Canopy damage. Old oaks along the streets drop limbs that crack slate and shingles.
Before you re-roof in Peachtree Battle.
On a 1930s house, plan for decking work. Once the old roof is off, there's often softened sheathing near chimneys and valleys. We price it per sheet up front so there are no surprises.
Old slate, copper and the chimneys
Peachtree Battle roofs are often a mix of slate, copper accents and brick chimneys that have been repaired over the years. The chimney flashing and the copper valleys are where most leaks begin, and both can be rebuilt in place. We look at the condition of the slate before recommending a repair, because a few broken pieces on the back slope rarely justify a full replacement.
Oak canopy and falling limbs
The older oaks in Peachtree Battle drop large limbs in storms and drop leaves and seed pods in the fall. Limb strikes can crack slate and tile, and leaves that build up in valleys hold water. We clear valleys and gutters during service visits and document any impact damage for your insurer.
Frequently asked questions
Can you repair my slate roof without replacing it?
Often, yes. We replace broken slates and failed flashing first, and only recommend replacement when the slate itself is worn out.
What does a chimney flashing repair involve?
We remove the old flashing, install new step flashing along the roof and counter flashing cut into the brick joints, then seal and test it.
How are decking repairs priced?
Per sheet, quoted up front. We photograph every replaced sheet so you can see what was done.
How are decking repairs priced on a slate roof?
We price decking as a separate line by the square foot of replaced board or sheathing, after we open the roof and confirm what is soft. You approve the change before we do the work.
