North Country Slate

What North Country Slate does

North Country Slate is a privately held specialty roofing materials distributor headquartered in Uxbridge, Ontario, Canada. Founded in 1999, the company sources and distributes premium natural slate shingles from North American quarries in Quebec, Vermont, and New York, offering 12+ slate color variants (unfading and semi-weathering) in 30 standard sizes from 12" to 24" length and seven thickness grades. Its product portfolio includes core natural slate shingles, a proprietary Lightweight Slate Roof System for weight-restricted applications, slate cladding for vertical surfaces, and specialty installation tools and accessories. All products carry ASTM S-1 certification with Class A fire resistance, Class 3 and 4 hail impact ratings, and 110 MPH wind resistance, with a documented service life of 75-200 years.

The business generates revenue through one-time product sales priced by the square (100 square feet) at typical rates of $600-$800, with quote-based pricing and 24-hour technical representative response. In 2024 the company became the exclusive Canadian distributor for Ludowici architectural clay tile products, adding Shingle, Barrel, Interlocking, LudoShake, and LudoSlate profiles backed by a 75-year material warranty. Customer segments span roofing contractors, general contractors, building material distributors, individual homeowners, and historic/heritage projects — the latter evidenced by high-profile customers such as the Maryland State Capitol, Georgia Tech, the Fairmont Empress Hotel, and Casa Loma. The company operates a direct-to-consumer and direct-to-contractor GTM motion via phone, website quote forms, email, and direct delivery to job sites, supplemented by content marketing through an industry blog, an 8-part YouTube installation series co-produced with the National Slate Association, and participation in professional roofing publications.

North Country Slate maintains a team of approximately 8 employees and serves customers across Canada and 20+ U.S. states, with no public funding rounds, no disclosed revenue, and no parent company. Its market position rests on exclusive supplier agreements (Ludowici, Glendyne Quarries), industry certifications, a portfolio of NRCA Gold Circle Awards (2012, 2013, 2014, 2016), and the 2025 launch of the Slated for Excellence Project of the Year Awards program.

Name

North Country Slate

Legal name

North Country Slate

Website

https://ncslate.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

North Country Slate is a privately held Uxbridge, Ontario-based specialty roofing materials distributor founded in 1999, supplying premium natural slate shingles from North American quarries and exclusive Canadian distribution of Ludowici clay tiles to contractors, distributors, and historic preservation projects across Canada and 20+ U.S. states.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Roofing Materials Distribution

NAICS

Roofing, Siding, and Insulation Material Merchant Wholesalers (42333)

SIC

Wholesale-Lumber & Other Construction Materials (5030)

akta.pro primary industry

Slate Roofing (IMADAFAD)

akta.pro secondary industry

Roofing Materials Retail (Shingles, Underlayment, Flashing) (CRAIAEAC)

Keywords

• Natural slate roofing
• Clay roof tiles
• Roofing materials supply
• Slate shingles distributor
• Roofing installation accessories

Headquarters

HQ city

Uxbridge

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Natural Slate Shingle Sales: One-time product sales of natural roofing slate shingles in various colors, sizes, and thicknesses. Products sold by square (100 square feet) with pricing quote-based through website or phone contact.
2. Ludowici Clay Tile Distribution: Exclusive Canadian distribution of Ludowici architectural terra cotta clay roof tiles including Shingle Tiles, Barrel Tiles, Interlocking Tiles, and specialty products like LudoShake and LudoSlate. Products carry 75-year limited material warranty.
3. Slate Tools and Accessories: Supply of specialty slate roofing tools, nails, repair hooks, and snow guards for installation and repair of slate roofs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

North Country Slate supplies natural roofing slate shingles, lightweight slate roofing systems, slate wall cladding, and related installation tools and accessories to contractors, distributors, and homeowners across Canada and the United States. In 2024 the company became the exclusive Canadian distributor of Ludowici clay roof tiles, adding premium clay roofing products to its portfolio. The company combines specialty product distribution with technical guidance on slate selection, colour, and grade for specific project requirements.

Product overview

North Country Slate offers a comprehensive portfolio of premium natural roofing slate products, centered on their core natural slate shingles available in 12 distinct colors (Unfading Black, Semi-Weathering Vermont Black, Semi-Weathering Gray/Black, Semi-Weathering Gray, Semi-Weathering Gray/Green, Unfading Green, Unfading Gray, Unfading Mottled Purple & Green, Unfading Purple, Semi-Weathering Purple, Unfading Red, and Multi-Colored blends), along with 30 standard sizes from 12" to 24" length. Their offering is supplemented by Lightweight Slate Roofing for weight-restricted applications, Slate Cladding for vertical wall surfaces, and Slate Tools & Accessories for installation and maintenance. In 2024, they expanded to include Ludowici architectural clay tile products (Shingle Tiles, Barrel Tiles, Interlocking Tiles, LudoShake, and LudoSlate) as the exclusive Canadian distributor.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• North Country Lightweight Slate Roof System: A 100% natural slate roof system installed at a reduced weight
• Ludowici Clay Roof Tiles

Products and services

• Natural Slate Roof Shingles Natural roofing slate shingles in various colours, grades, and sizes supplied for residential and commercial roofing projects. Sold primarily to roofing contractors, general contractors, and distributors, with homeowners also able to purchase. Suitable for freeze-thaw climates and used in both new construction and reroofing.
• Ludowici Clay Roof Tiles Premium clay roof tiles from US manufacturer Ludowici, distributed exclusively in Canada by North Country Slate. Sold to roofing contractors, general contractors, and homeowners seeking premium clay roofing products not otherwise available through Canadian distribution channels.
• Lightweight Slate Roofing Lightweight slate roofing system for projects where the structural load of full-weight natural slate is a concern. Targeted at contractors and homeowners with load constraints who still want the appearance of slate roofing.
• Slate Shingle Cladding Slate shingles used as exterior wall cladding rather than roofing. Intended for architects, contractors, and homeowners seeking slate aesthetics on building facades and walls.
• Slate Shingle Tools and Accessories Accessory products such as snow guards, hip and ridge pieces, and other components needed to complete a slate roofing installation. Sold as supplementary items to roofing slate and clay tile purchases.

Quantifiable outcome

• Service life of 75+ years with some S-1 rated slates lasting 100-200 years
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• LudowicicoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2024North Country Slate became the exclusive distributor of Ludowici architectural clay tile roofing shingles in Canada in 2024. Ludowici has been crafting terra cotta roofing products since 1888, with over 130 years of experience. Ludowici tiles are made in New Lexington, Ohio from locally sourced raw materials, composed of 90% shale clay and 10% fire clay, kiln-fired at 2,100 degrees Fahrenheit for 24 hours. Ludowici offers 40+ different clay roof tile profiles with 50+ standard colors and a 75-year warranty.
• National Slate Association (NSA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNorth Country Slate works in conjunction with the National Slate Association (NSA) to disseminate information about and provide education materials for the slate roofing industry. The company co-produced an 8-part installation guide video series with NSA covering slate roof basics, layout, eave/gable details, cutting/punching, installing, and replacing slate.
• National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNRCA membership providing industry leadership, technical resources, and networking for roofing professionals. North Country Slate projects have received multiple NRCA Gold Circle Awards.
• Slate Roofers Contractor's Association (SRCA)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSRCA membership supporting the slate roofing industry through standards, training, and professional development.
• Glendyne QuarriescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGlendyne Quarries produces North Country Unfading Black roofing slate, the company's flagship product. Located in Quebec, the quarry has a production capacity of 400 tons per month as of 2014. North Country Slate distributes this premium natural slate internationally.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• ABC Supply Co. Largest U.S. wholesale distributor of roofing, siding, windows, and exterior building products to contractors. Comparable as the dominant roofing materials wholesaler; North Country is a customer/supplier relationship (ABC Supply appears in North Country's select customer list), making ABC a downstream channel as well as an adjacent broad incumbent.
• Boral Roofing: Major North American manufacturer of concrete and clay roof tiles serving residential and commercial markets. Comparable as a broad specialty roofing materials incumbent, though Boral's portfolio is dominated by concrete tile rather than natural slate or premium clay.
• Eagle Roofing Products: Large U.S. manufacturer of concrete roof tiles serving residential and commercial markets with a broad color and profile portfolio. Comparable as a broad specialty roofing materials incumbent; overlaps with North Country's clay tile distribution segment but lacks the slate focus.
• Ludowici: Heritage U.S. manufacturer of architectural clay roof tiles since 1888. Comparable as a premium specialty roofing materials brand; relationship is currently a channel partnership (exclusive Canadian distribution by North Country), but Ludowici is the broader incumbent whose products North Country distributes.

Direct peers

• Vermont Structural Slate Company: Vermont-based distributor of natural roofing slate products to contractors, architects, and homeowners across North America. Directly comparable in product mix (natural slate shingles, colors, sizes), target customers (roofing contractors and historic restoration), and channel model (direct-to-installer and homeowner).
• New England Slate: Regional distributor of natural roofing slate products in the U.S. Northeast. Comparable in target market (specialty roofing contractors and historic projects) and product mix, though somewhat narrower geographic focus than North Country.
• Evergreen Slate Co. U.S.-based producer and distributor of natural roofing slate for residential and commercial applications, including custom-blend colors. Directly comparable as a specialty slate supplier targeting roofing contractors and historic projects across the same North American footprint.
• Greenstone Slate: Distributor of premium natural roofing slate and related accessories, serving roofing contractors and restoration projects in the U.S. Closely comparable in product offering, customer base, and specialty-distribution go-to-market approach.
• Glendyne Quarries: Quebec-based producer of natural roofing slate that supplies North Country's flagship North Country Unfading Black product. Comparable as a North American slate producer/distributor; relationship is core supplier but also a peer in the upstream natural-slate value chain.
• SlateTec: Manufacturer of lightweight genuine slate roofing systems designed to reduce installation weight while preserving natural slate aesthetics. Directly competes in the lightweight-natural-slate segment that North Country has entered with its Lightweight Slate Roof System.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@ncslate
• LinkedInca.linkedin.com/in/chris-large-8b242813a
• Xx.com/ncslate
• Facebookfacebook.com/NorthCountrySlate

Compliance8 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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