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Ice and water membrane goes in at the eaves and valleys where water and ice gather.
Cedar Shake Roofing
Cedar Shake Roof Replacement Flanders, NJ
When cedar shakes in Flanders are thin, brittle and leaking in many places, replacement means a full tear-off and a new roof built from the deck up, so the new roof starts on solid, dry wood. One call to (862) 453-8002 reaches a nearby cedar roof replacement pro.
There comes a stage when patching a wood roof just moves the leak. Once shakes are paper thin at the butts, curling across whole slopes and breaking at a touch, the roof is done even if it only leaks in a few spots. At that point a full replacement protects the sheathing and framing underneath.
Overlaying cedar shakes with new roofing is not a real option. Covering old shakes traps wet wood under the new roof, leaves bumps and adds fuel load, which is why codes generally require a tear-off. Removing everything is the only way to inspect the deck.
What sits under the shakes shapes the whole project. Spaced 1x boards suit cedar, but other roofing needs solid plywood or OSB, either laid over the boards or installed after they come out. Damaged boards are swapped before anything new goes on.
If the problem goes deeper than it first looked, a Flanders roofer may also recommend cedar shake roof installation or cedar shake roof repair.
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Call nowThe process
The cedar roof replacement process
A cedar replacement is a bigger tear-off than most roofs.
Plan the new roof
Before any tear-off, you decide what goes back on, since that choice decides whether the deck needs solid sheathing. Local permits and any material rules are confirmed.
Site prep
Tarps and plywood cover plants, decks and walkways, because cedar tear-offs throw off heavy debris and thousands of old nails. Attic belongings under the roof are worth covering too, since dust falls through spaced boards.
Tear-off
Every shake, felt interlay strip, old nail and rusted valley metal comes off, down to bare boards. Sometimes a forgotten layer of shingles turns up and is removed as well.
Repair the deck
Rotted or split boards are replaced, and if the new roof is not cedar, plywood or OSB is laid over the spaced boards or in their place. A sound deck is what the new fasteners rely on.
Dry in the roof
Ice and water membrane goes along the eaves and valleys, then underlayment covers the deck and new drip edge is installed. The dry-in method depends on the new material.
Install the new roof
The finish roof is laid with new metal at valleys and walls and a vented ridge. The site is cleaned and swept with magnets before the crew leaves.
What is included
What the replacement includes
New flashing
Fresh flashing goes in at every penetration matched to the new roof.
Deck repair
Damaged sheathing is renewed for the new roofing material.
Full tear-off
The old cedar roof is removed to the boards so the deck can be inspected.
Cleanup
Old cedar, felt and nails are hauled away leaving the property clean.
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Cedar Shingle Roof Replacement Flanders, NJ
Cedar shingle roof replacement is common on older homes, where sawn shingles were the standard roof long before asphalt. It is common to find original shingles hidden under a later asphalt roof, both of which come off. Once the deck is bare, the roofer decides whether the boards can carry new shingles or need solid sheathing.
Replacing sawn shingles with new sawn shingles keeps the tight, even look of the original roof. If your home is in a historic area, check what materials are allowed. Ask a Flanders roofer to compare new cedar shingles with look-alike options for your home.
Local help
Cedar Shake Roof Replacement Near Me
Many cedar roofs being replaced in Flanders are the original wood on homes several decades old. From Flanders to neighboring communities such as Budd Lake, Succasunna, Ledgewood and Chester, the choice between new cedar and a look-alike often comes down to upkeep, fire rules and neighborhood style, and a roofer can lay out the options side by side.
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How the weather here affects roofs around Flanders
Cold winters bring snow, ice and a long stretch of freezing nights. When warm attic air melts the snow, the meltwater runs down and freezes again at the eaves, building ice dams that push water up under the shingles. Coastal storms and heavy spring rain drive water sideways into flashing, valleys and old chimneys. That is why roof repair in Flanders is busiest after a hard winter and before the next one.
Why call
Why not wait
Smaller repairs
Small roof problems caught early usually stay small repairs.
Familiar with local homes
Roofers in Flanders know the roof types and weather wear common in local homes.
Know what happens next
Ask the roofer about the cause, the options and the estimate before work starts.
Cedar Shake Roof Replacement FAQ
What are the alternatives to cedar shakes?
You can put cedar back or choose a material that looks like it. Common choices are new cedar, polymer shakes, architectural shingles and metal shake panels. Switching away from cedar usually means adding solid decking.
Can new roofing go over old cedar shakes?
Covering cedar shakes with a new roof is not a sound approach. The shakes are uneven and hold moisture, so the new roof sits on a lumpy, damp base, and the old wood adds fuel load. Removing the old roof is the right first step.
Should I put a new cedar roof back on?
Your own priorities decide it. Real cedar looks great and lasts decades with care, while look-alike materials trade some character for lower maintenance. Seeing samples side by side helps.
How many days does it take to replace a cedar roof?
A typical house takes several working days. Removing old wood and adding sheathing take time. The roofer opens only as much roof each day as can be dried in before evening.
Do I need new sheathing when replacing a cedar roof?
The answer hinges on the new roofing material. If you switch from cedar, the roof will need solid sheathing. Any rotted boards are replaced either way.
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