Cedar Roofing Installation Company: Is It Time To Replace Your Cedar Roof?

Signs your Cedar Shingle or Cedar Shake Roofing Might Need Replacing

Perhaps the best feature of cedar roofing is its cost-effective replacement of individual cedar shingles and shakes with new ones as needed. This saves on purchasing a completely new roof. Another great benefit of cedar roofs is the visible signs that let you know it’s time to replace certain cedar shakes or shingles. Doing so in a timely fashion ensures your cedar roof system will outperform its life expectancy.

Signs a Cedar Shingle or Shake Needs Replacing

Splitting – If the split has rounded edges and the interior is a dull orange or grayish color, then it’s a result of natural weathering. However, if the split has sharp edges and a light orange color interior, then it’s an impact split, probably caused by hail.

Curling or cupping – This occurs when a shingle or shake curls upward or looks distorted. Curling and cupping are part of the cedar wood’s natural weathering and aging process. They are signs of wood stress caused by the sun’s UV rays and rain.

Cracks or splitting – This is a result of the wood expanding and contracting over time from moisture and ensuing drying. Cracks and splits are part of the natural cedar roof aging process. When tiny hairline cracks get larger, cedar shake or shingle replacement is highly recommended.

Fraying – This is caused by bottom edge rot. The decay is often the result of microorganisms, like moss, lichen or algae that are left untreated. Bottom edge rot is common on homes where the roof receives mostly shade and never dries out completely after a rainfall.

Replacing Cedar Shingles or Shakes

Although some homeowners may attempt to replace an individual cedar shake or cedar shingle themselves or have a friend with roofing knowledge do it, this type of do-it-yourself roof repair could void your roofing warranty. Cedar roofing requires special skill and care during installation. Even if it’s just a few shingles, only a certified cedar roofing company, like the A.B. Edward, should perform the install.

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