Cedar Shake Shingles

The beauty of cedar — and the trade-offs

The greatest advantage of a cedar shake roof is, without a doubt, its natural beauty — but that beauty costs more to buy and install than traditional asphalt shingles. Cedar shakes are very durable and quite often last up to 10 years longer than asphalt, holding up to wind storms, rain, hail and snow.

Cedar also performs well in climates that swing between hot and cold, such as summer to winter in Barrie, and offers natural insulation that can reduce your heating and cooling costs.

Caring for a cedar roof

A cedar roof requires regular maintenance to keep it moss- and mould-free and maintain its natural beauty. Preservatives are available to help reduce fungus growth and preserve the wood. Overhanging trees drop sap that encourages mildew, so it pays to catch problems early. Let the Brentwood roofing team inspect your cedar shakes on a regular basis so they are cared for the way they should be.