New flashing
All flashing is replaced, not reused matched to the new roof.
Cedar Shake Roofing
Cedar Shake Roof Replacement Cresskill, NJ
When cedar shakes in Cresskill are thin, brittle and leaking in many places, replacement means a full tear-off and a new roof built from the deck up, with the deck matched to whatever comes next. Call (551) 395-0321 to reach a local roofer.
Every cedar roof eventually wears past what spot repairs can fix. 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. That is when replacing the roof costs less over time than chasing leaks.
Overlaying cedar shakes with new roofing is not a real option. The surface is too irregular to support new material flat, the old wood traps moisture and building codes typically require removal. Tear-off also lets the roofer see and fix every rotted board.
Most cedar roofs sit on spaced sheathing, and that affects every option. Many older wood roofs were built on spaced boards with gaps for airflow, which works for new cedar but not for asphalt shingles, metal or most synthetic products. Any soft or split boards are cut out and replaced.
If the problem goes deeper than it first looked, a Cresskill roofer may also recommend cedar shake roof installation or cedar shake roof repair.
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What happens during a cedar roof replacement
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
Gutters, shrubs and patios are covered before the old roof comes off. Attic belongings under the roof are worth covering too, since dust falls through spaced boards.
Tear-off
The crew removes the shakes, interlay, flashing and ridge caps, clearing the deck completely. Sometimes a forgotten layer of shingles turns up and is removed as well.
Repair the deck
Damaged boards are cut out, and the deck is sheathed solid for asphalt, metal or most synthetic products. This is the step that makes the new roof flat and secure.
Dry-in
The deck is dried in with an eave membrane, underlayment and new edge metal. For new cedar, a breathable mat or spaced boards keep air moving under the shakes.
Install the new roof
New roofing is installed with fresh flashing at every wall, valley and penetration. A magnetic sweep of the yard and driveway picks up stray nails.
What is included
What the replacement includes
Old roof removal
All shakes, felt and old metal are stripped so the deck can be inspected.
Debris removal
The site is cleaned and swept with magnets leaving the property clean.
Sheathing
The deck is repaired or sheathed solid before anything new goes on.
Ice barrier
New underlayment and eave membrane protect the deck under the new roof.
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Cedar Shingle Roof Replacement Cresskill, NJ
Older homes often have sawn cedar shingles rather than split shakes, and replacing them follows the same tear-off logic. It is common to find original shingles hidden under a later asphalt roof, both of which come off. With everything removed, the boards are checked and repaired or covered with solid sheathing.
Putting cedar shingles back preserves the character of an older house. If your home is in a historic area, check what materials are allowed. A roofer in Cresskill can help you weigh the look, the upkeep and the rules before you decide.
Local help
Cedar Shake Roof Replacement Near Me
In Cresskill, cedar replacement calls usually come from homes whose shakes have worn thin after many seasons. Across Cresskill and nearby towns like Demarest, Tenafly, Dumont and Closter, some owners put cedar back to keep the look while others switch to synthetic shakes, architectural shingles or metal, which is worth talking through before any work begins.
Searching for cedar shake roof replacement near me from Cresskill or Demarest, Tenafly, Dumont and Closter? Call (551) 395-0321 to talk to a roofer who works in your part of town.
What the local climate does to a roof
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, which is how ice dams form and back 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 Cresskill is busiest after a hard winter and before the next one.
Why call
Why fix it now
Drier ceilings
Small roof problems caught early usually stay small repairs.
Roofers who know Cresskill
Roofers in Cresskill know the roof types and weather wear common in local homes.
Clear next steps
Ask the roofer about the cause, the options and the estimate before work starts.
Common questions about cedar shake roof replacement
Is it worth replacing cedar with cedar?
Your own priorities decide it. Cedar offers real wood character but more upkeep than synthetic or metal options. Ask to compare cedar with alternatives first.
Will my roof deck need to be replaced?
The answer hinges on the new roofing material. Spaced boards work for cedar, while other roofs need a solid deck laid over the boards or in their place. Any rotted boards are replaced either way.
What are the alternatives to cedar shakes?
Several materials can replace a cedar roof. Options include new cedar, composite shakes, dimensional asphalt shingles and metal roofing designed to look like shakes. Anything other than cedar typically requires sheathing the roof solid.
Is it okay to roof over a cedar shake roof?
Roofing over cedar shakes is a bad idea and is not allowed under most codes. Shakes create an irregular surface and trap moisture under the new roofing. A full tear-off is the standard approach.
How many days does it take to replace a cedar roof?
The timeline is usually a few days to a week or more for bigger homes. Cedar tear-offs produce a lot of debris, and re-decking adds time. The roofer opens only as much roof each day as can be dried in before evening.
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Cedar Shake Roof Installation
Cedar roof installation from the sheathing and starter course up to the ridge, with every layer chosen before the first shake goes on.
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Repairs for split shakes, rot at the butts, moss buildup and leaking valleys on wood roofs, so a sound cedar roof keeps shedding water.
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A complete new roof from the deck up when repairs no longer make sense, with the old layers removed and the deck checked.
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Tearing off a worn shingle roof down to the decking and putting on a new one, so the new roof starts on a sound, dry deck.
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