Cedar Shake Roofing Repair Replacement And Installation Near Mount Sinai

The Beauty Of Classic Cedar Shake Roofing

There are a few signs to evaluate for in order to deter expensive repairs or a full roofing material replacement. Keep track of these visible signs so that you will reseal your roof before you need a full roof replacement:

Leaks:The most common roof affliction that Mount Sinai customers face when they have a broken roof is leaks. Watch for the obvious signs of water issue and any discolored plywood. Make a habit of inspecting your roof for signs of old or destroyed cedar shakes on your roof to repair before they start leaking.

Curling: Curling is a natural part of the aging process for cedar shakes is to warp or distort from their shape. At that point, you can likely need a full roofing material replacement. However, with regular observation and oversight checks, you will see the shakes that are on the verge of cupping and have them replaced before any real leak is done to your roof and building.

Split Shingles: Similarly, as cedar shake roofs are exposed to different harsh weather patterns over time, the shakes can split. Some insurance could cover the costs if it happened during a storm. However, if the shakes split because of negligence, you’ll have a difficult time getting help from insurance to pay for repairs or roofing material replacements.

Rot/Moss: Moss and rot are a problem specific to wood shake roofs. Luckily, moss and rot are some of the easiest signs to spot. But also, watch for for frayed or split bottom edges of your shakes, especially near your gutters or on the trim of your roof. This is a favorite spot for disturbing moss and rot to start – because it is where most of the storm water collects.

Missing or Leaky Shingles: If there are enough shakes missing, you might need to replace your roof entirely, so this is a complication you have to address as soon as possible to save yourself money (and stress).

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The thickness and natural taper of a cedar shake will only be achieved using this method, which invites a elegant organic, timeless appeal to your place. The color of a cedar shake roof ages to a distinguished silver-gray color in time. And the thickness of cedar shakes adds texture and dimension you can’t get anywhere from any other product . You could more easily understand the different designations if you first visualize a tree’s growth rings. Finally, slash grain shakes are cut at more than a 45-degree angle to the rings.

Edge Grain: Edge grain shakes come from cedar cut perpendicular a tree’s growth rings. Edge grain shakes are known by various names, including quarter-sawn, vertical grain, radial grain and rift sawn. Premium shakes must be all edge-grain.

Flat Grain: The problem with flat-grain shakes is that they are prone to splitting along the centerline. They also tend to absorb moisture, which could lead to cupping, curling and other problems.

Slash Grain: Slash-grain shakes have a wavy grain resulting from cutting more than 45 degrees from vertical. . Natural weathering might lead to various types of deterioration, including splitting, checking, distortion and erosion. They are also resistant to erosion and wear, making them a tough roofing choice.

Aesthetics recurrently guide a customer to select one type over another. Some consumers may prefer the more three-dimensional split look, while others can prefer the smoother look of sawn shakes. Any mistakes during installation may decrease your roof’s lifespan, so it is better to build it precisely the initial time than replace errors later.

The energy efficiency of cedar shake roofing helps keep your structure cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter. Cedar shake roofs are hail resistant. They’re tough. In most cases, a properly-protected shake roof will last around 50 years. Wood is biodegradable, so the extra materials from your roof won’t sit in a landfill. The energy efficiency of cedar shake roofing helps keep your residence cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter. Cedar shake roofs are highly attractive and have alluring, tight grains and very few knots.

What’s The Easiest Way to Fix Wood Shake Roofs?

If a storm delivers a hole in your roof or the wind displaces a row of shingles, call someone who could help you immediately. Installing cedar shakes is a little more complicated than roofing with architectural composition shingles. Our crews’ workmanship may exceed your expectations and we’ve got the testimonials to prove it. The real secret to cedar roofing is to find and use the highest grade shakes or shingles available. Another secret to cedar roofing is to precisely take care of the shakes to prevent algae growth prolong the roofs life. The last secret to installing the best cedar roof in town is to match the roofing components.

Expressway Roofing recommend that you plan for a maintenance check on your cedar shake roof every 5 years. That’s the best way to ensure that none of these warning signs go unmanaged for long. However, there are times where the damage is too great and you need to replace your cedar shake roof altogether. We have to consider the size of your house, the products needed and any access or safety factors. That means if your roof is 3,000 square feet, a full cedar shake roof replacement could cost upwards of about $35,000.

If, after reading these signs, you’ve identified some damaged areas on your roof, it’s best to talk to a professional roof repair service. If you notice that your roof leaks, technicians may come and replace the damage with/at no extra fee to you. Depending on the age and condition of your existing shingles, roof replacement may be a viable choice for revitalizing the look of your property. Cedar shake roofs must be treated in order to remain protected from the elements.

Our preferred shakes are pressure-treated in a way that makes them fire-retardant. On the other hand, our shakes are impregnated with preservatives under pressure to address fungal decay and moss growth. When it comes to treated shakes, certifications are pertinent because a mere visual inspection won’t confirm the presence of either treatment. Clients will only find pressure-treated shakes among the premium and #1 grade shakes.

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Installers also understand they have to use the right fasteners and to space them exactly. In areas with wind-driven snow, solid sheathing is important to limit moisture intrusion. The use of solid sheathing is also critical under treated cedar shakes. Non-uniform nailing is another common problem that compromises wind-resistance. Bad placement of shingles (and inferior ventilation) may cause premature rotting. Cedar shake roofs must be produced and installed to maximize drainage, too.

A roofing contractor must take full responsibility for workmanship, too. Cedar shake roofs eventually require minimal care over the years. However, any roof needs to be addressed should be addressed by an adept contractor. Also, if you have large trees on your property, it is pertinent to cut back encroaching branches from time to time so they don’t continually lean up against the roof. However, if some discoloration appears, it is wise to use the weakest cleaner possible. Avoid excessive power washing because it could actually lead to a loss of fiber in the cedar shakes.

Cedar shakes are very sustainable, green products. Since live, standing, cedar trees are not cut to produce cedar shakes, they are considered very sustainable products. Compare cedar shakes to other roofing materials that are not as green (like vinyl siding) which is creates from noxious ethylene and chlorine. Nitrogen oxide and dioxin are also released during the manufacturing process of vinyl siding (although this problem is somewhat minimized when the siding is fabricated from recycled vinyl).

It’s straightforward to lay out, long-lasting and very weather-resistant. Customers may rest pain-free during violent storms knowing their roofing material is in prime shape. Expressway’s team may work with the customers on the perfect ways to keep your new roofing material well-maintained to deter any roofing emergencies and keep care costs minimal. Call 631.772.6363 now to plan an appointment or to just ask us questions about any of Expressway’s services! One of our professional roofing technicians will answer your call and be there quickly if demanded.

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