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How long does cedar shake roof last?
30 years
But how long will your cedar shake roof actually last? As long as it’s properly installed and with proper maintenance, you can expect to get 30 years of life out of your cedar shake roof. If you invest in quality materials and live in an area with the right conditions, you could possibly get up to 50 years out of it.
Is it OK to walk on your roof?
Walking on your roof (unless absolutely necessary) Beyond the potential of falling off, there is the actual damage to the roof that may occur as a result of your walking on it. Walking on your asphalt shingles can leave the shingles bare, dislodge them or create gaps that can increase the potential for leaks.
What happens to cedar roofing after a while?
While they may become weathered over time, they will not likely decay as long as they are properly and routinely maintained. One primary culprit to the deterioration of cedar shakes is moisture. Moisture can severely affect the cedar shake roof life expectancy, shortening it by any number of years.
Can you burn old cedar shakes?
CEDAR SHINGLES OR SHAKES If you are installing a new cedar shingle or shake roof do not burn the old shingles or shakes. They may look like perfect kindling wood but the danger is in what you do not see, they are chemically treated.
Are cedar shakes expensive?
Cedar shake siding costs between $6 and $12 per square foot for materials and installation. Shingle siding costs $6 to $10 per square foot. To put cedar siding on an entire house, it costs $9,000 to $19,000 or more, depending on the size of the home.
Where can I get a cedar shake roof?
The responsibility of deciding the grading standards and installation details for red- and yellow-cedar roofs falls to the Cedar Shake and Shingle Bureau (CSSB). Their manuals for sidewall and roof installations are invaluable resources, and almost everything you need to know about a bundle of shakes or shingles is clearly printed on its label.
What kind of shoes do you need to walk on a cedar roof?
Whenever you climb a steep and sleek wood roof, you need slip resistant shoes that provide great grip, traction, and stability. The best type of shoes for walking on cedar roofs are the spiked ones. But it is important to know that unless you are replacing the roof and you need to get rid of it, you need to treat the wood shakes with respect.
What kind of shingle to use on peaked cedar roof?
Check with the shingle or shake manufacturer to determine the recommended exposure length for your roof slope. The exposure of a shake or shingle is the uncovered portion exposed to weather. Overlap the rest of the shake or shingle by the next piece installed.
Can a shake roof be used with shingles?
But when my customers’ 30-year-old cedar roof started leaking, they were resolute about using cedar again. It was not surprising, since it was the shake roof that drew them to the house in the first place. Shakes or shingles?