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JRC Specialist Slate Suppliers are highlyexperienced
industryspecialists who source and deliver slate roof
tiles fromaround the globe.
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3. JRC Specialist Slate Suppliers
Whoweare
As a well-established
name within the
roofing industry, we
can reliably supply
quality roofing slate
across the UK.
The Natural Choice...
JRC specialise in sourcing & delivering
slates from around the globe. Being a
highly experienced and established
name within the roofing industry, you
can be certain of reliability and quality.
...for Natural Slate
Natural slate is a hard wearing,
attractive, natural product which is an
excellent choice for roofing. A well fitted
slate roof will usually outlive the rest of
a building, giving clear advantages over
alternative materials such as manmade
tiles.
Manufacturing Excellence
With our slates being sourced from some of the most illustrious quarries, you can be sure of the quality of the slates we provide. This
applies to the products themselves as well as the processes and the skilled workmanship involved, giving you the perfect finishing
touch to your build.
From the quarry through to installation, we ensure that the slates we provide get to you in the best condition through our trusted
network of contacts. This gives great results which can be passed on to the customer, increasing reputations and delivering results.
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the natural choice for naturalslate
A bigpart of our remit at JRCis tohelpcustomersfind
outwhichistherightslateforthem, froman
economical andaestheticviewpoint.
RosieConnor, Director of Planning
4. JRC Specialist Slate Suppliers
OurProducts
Calidad Slate
Our Calidad range of Spanish slate is
perfect for projects which require the
highest quality slates and have a more
complex final result. Calidad slates have
to meet very stringent criteria, satisfying
even the most demanding specifications.
Venta Slate
Venta Spanish slate offers an
aesthetically pleasing finish whilst
offering functionality which will satisfy
even the highest specifications. With a
full quarry backed guarantee and the
highest qualifications when tested to BS
EN 12326, you can be certain of quality
and performance.
Spanish Slate
Spanish slate accounts for 90% of
Europe’s natural roofing slate and JRC
Specialist Slate Suppliers provide the
best Spanish slates available. The wide
usage reflects Spanish slates’ great
versatility, longevity and superior
quality, so you can be sure that you are
getting great slates.
Cumbrian Natural Slate
Westmorland and Burlington slates from
Cumbria offer traditional building styles
a durable and strong roofing material.
The unique colourations give a
distinctive style across the Lake District
and beyond – a uniqueness which
cannot be replicated.
Cornish Natural Slate
Slate roofing is used across many
buildings in the local area, and the
impeccable quality has increased this
slates’ popularity across all areas.
Regardless of trends, Cornish slates have
remained popular for years and this
looks set to continue.
British Slate
UK slates are amongst the most
prestigious and sought after slates in the
world. Sourced from around the UK, you
can easily find a distinctive slate and get
the best of British.
Welsh Natural Slate
Widely recognised as the finest natural
slate in the world, Welsh natural slate
offers inherently beautiful characteristics
which appeal greatly to architects and
specifiers alike.
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Throughour extensivenetworkof UKmerchants, JRCcan
quicklyandeasilysupplytheright slateroofingtiles for any
givenproject –fromafewcolour matchedslates throughto
amulti pallet order.
Reclaimed Slate
We can source and supply a wide range of reclaimed and second
hand slate here at JRC across a wide variety of sizes and colours.
This allows us to help merchants meet different requirements
and specifications, giving you the right slates, without the need
to source new items.
Chimney Pots & Ridge Tiles
We have a wide range of chimney pots and ridge tiles in stock to
give you the best finishing touch to your roof installation. With a
wide range of styles available from companies such as Hepworth
and Hanson Red Bank, merchants can find the finishing touches
they need for traditional and modern styles here at JRC.
Accessories
In addition to roofing slates, chimney pots and ridge tiles, we also
offer all of the accessories merchants need to supply for complete
installation of exquisite slate roofing. From traditional copper
nails through to underlay and full roofing systems, you can get
everything to satisfy your roofing needs in one place, without any
unnecessary worry.
Whatever type of slate roofing tile you choose, you can be sure
that you are getting the best quality with JRC. For more
information on our products, visit our website today.
6. JRC distribute to merchants throughout the UK,
froma fewcolour matched slates to a multi pallet order.
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7. JRC Specialist Slate Suppliers
OurCustomers
“I have worked very close with ‘JRC’ for the past 10 years, and the reason is simple,
they always deliver on time and whenever I have technical issues, the answer is given
to me straight away. This helps, as clients always want answers and quickly most of
the time. I would recommend ‘JRC’ to anyone whoever asks me.” – Roofing Consultant,
Guernsey
“We have been dealing with JRC for a number of years now, they are the ideal one
stop shop for all our slate requirements. Their Calidad range is ideal for re-sale,
excellent appearance, great quality and most important of all, no complaints... highly
recommended!” – Builders Merchant, Burnley
“We would like to thank JRC Slate for supplying us with professional advice, a quality
product and at a competitive price. Thanks again to Jason and Co.” – Customer in
Cheshire
“Service so far has been superb, thank you. I can’t believe how quickly you got
everything arranged for me.” – Company in Cambridgeshire
Key Markets
JRC Specialist Slate Suppliers focus on
several key markets across the UK. We
ensure that we remain abreast of the
latest news and developments within the
markets we deal with to ensure that we
always give the best service.
Specialists
Being specialists in slates and their
related accessories, you can be certain
that you are getting the best products
and advice from our team. By specialising
in slate products, we can focus our efforts
on slate quality and customer service,
giving you the best products.
Supplying to specific needs
Many companies will have their specific
items and will never be swayed from
their catalogue, but this is not a worry
with JRC. We can easily accommodate
specific requirements for renovations,
period buildings and new installations.
Technical Ability
As all of our members of staff know our
products inside out, we can help you
through every step of the way. We also
have a repository of information on our
website to guide you through the design,
procurement and installation stages of
your build. JRC offer advice to
architects, specifiers and merchants to
ensure that the best slates go to those
who are looking for fantastic results.
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At JRCwe have extensive technical knowledge which
gives us the competitive edge in the industry.
9. JRC Specialist Slate Suppliers
TechnicalSupport
Being experts in our
field, we can provide
all the technical help
and information for
your natural slate
requirements.
Working Partner
As specialist suppliers of slate roofing to
merchants, we can assist you on all
aspects of your slate roofing build.
Deciding which slates are best,
calculating the amount needed, advice
on fixing or any other question regarding
slate roofing can be comprehensively
answered by our knowledgeable staff.
Further information can be found on our
website, including CAD drawings, fixing
guides and much more.
www.jrcslate.co.uk
We can help you with a range of information which can aid you and your clients. From information on environmental impact
through to working out the quantity of slate needed, we can help. The technical area on our website includes data on:
• CADdrawings and designs
• CE & Certifications
• Specifications & guarantees
• Testing requirements
• Carbon emission information
• Lowpitch roofing solutions
• COSHHinformation for slates
• Technical standards
• Natural slate benefits
• Terminology information
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the natural choice for naturalslate
10. JRC Specialist Slate Suppliers
QualityControl
We always ensure that the slates we source meet all applicable standards – often going above and beyond these
specifications, giving great results and peace of mind. All of our slates are covered by a quarry backed guarantee and are
subject to our terms and conditions of sale. The quarries we source our slates from are amongst the most prestigious in
the world, with highly skilled and experienced workers creating the finest products.
As well as being checked at the source to stringent criteria, we maintain regular checks to ensure that our impeccable
standards are maintained. No matter where your slates are sourced from, you can be certain that you are getting the best
quality when you get your slates from us here at JRC.
Water Resistance & Performance
Weather resistance is an incredibly important factor for roofing in the UK, with many northern and westerly areas needing
increased protection. Thermal performance is an increasingly important factor too, with economic and environmental
factors encouraging efficiency. Quality slates from JRC can help on both of these counts and give substantial performance
improvements compared to alternative roofing materials.
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All our slates are
covered by a quarry
backed guarantee and
are subject to our
terms and conditions
of sale.
11. Natural slate has a wide range of benefits over natural and
man-made products. Alternative products deteriorate much
quicker than slate and are inferior in almost every way. The main
benefits of choosing natural slate for your roofing material
include:
• Aesthetically pleasing finish
• Incredible longevity and durability
• Minimal maintenance costs when professionally fitted
• Increased home value
• Natural resistance to fire and weather
• Low environmental impact
These are just a few advantages to using natural slates. For more
information on the benefits and specifications, feel free to visit
our website or get in touch with us.
Benefits
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When working with slates, strict standards and procedures
must be adhered to, ensuring that the end result is of the
best quality and that constructs meet safety regulations.
