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Cedar Shake Roofing
Cedar Shake Roof Replacement Lodi, NJ
Replacing a cedar roof in Lodi starts with removing every old shake and strip of felt interlay, then fixing the boards underneath before the new roof goes on, with the deck matched to whatever comes next. Call (551) 394-0610 to reach a local roofer.
There comes a stage when patching a wood roof just moves the leak. After decades of weather, shakes lose thickness, split easily and no longer hold a nail, so new pieces have nothing solid to tie into. At that point a full replacement protects the sheathing and framing underneath.
Overlaying cedar shakes with new roofing is not a real option. Shakes are uneven and hold moisture, so anything laid on top sits on a lumpy, damp base, and most codes do not allow roofing over wood shakes. Tear-off also lets the roofer see and fix every rotted board.
Most cedar roofs sit on spaced sheathing, and that affects every option. If new cedar goes back on, sound spaced boards can stay, but switching to another material means sheathing the roof solid. Damaged boards are swapped before anything new goes on.
Many cedar shake roof replacement calls in Lodi also turn up a need for cedar shake roof installation or cedar shake roof repair.
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The cedar roof replacement process
A cedar replacement is a bigger tear-off than most roofs.
Plan the new roof
You pick the new roofing first, then the roofer plans the deck, underlayment and flashing around it. 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. Cover stored items in the attic, because old wood roofs shed dust inward.
Tear off to the deck
Every shake, felt interlay strip, old nail and rusted valley metal comes off, down to bare boards. If an old asphalt layer was ever laid over the cedar, it comes off too.
Re-deck the roof
The roofer replaces soft boards and adds solid sheathing where the new material requires it. This is the step that makes the new roof flat and secure.
Dry-in
Waterproof membrane at the eaves and valleys plus new underlayment protect the house before the finish roof goes on. For new cedar, a breathable mat or spaced boards keep air moving under the shakes.
Install the new roof
The new roof goes on with new valley metal, step flashing, pipe boots and ridge ventilation. Cleanup includes rolling a magnet over the lawn for nails.
What is included
What the replacement includes
Old roof removal
The old cedar roof is removed to the boards with debris hauled away.
New flashing
All flashing is replaced, not reused for a watertight finish.
Ice barrier
The deck is dried in with fresh underlayment before the finish roof goes on.
Sheathing
Damaged sheathing is renewed before anything new goes on.
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Cedar Shingle Roof Replacement Lodi, NJ
Sawn cedar shingles were once the default roof on many older houses, and many are now due for replacement. 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. Some historic districts require it, while others accept materials that imitate wood. A roofer in Lodi can help you weigh the look, the upkeep and the rules before you decide.
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Cedar Shake Roof Replacement Near Me
In Lodi, cedar replacement calls usually come from homes whose shakes have worn thin after many seasons. Across Lodi and nearby towns like Hasbrouck Heights, Garfield, Maywood and Hackensack, some owners put cedar back to keep the look while others switch to synthetic shakes, architectural shingles or metal, so it helps to see samples before the tear-off.
For cedar shake roof replacement in Lodi, NJ or nearby towns like Hasbrouck Heights, Garfield, Maywood and Hackensack, call (551) 394-0610 to reach a roofer who covers your street.
Roofs in this climate
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 Lodi is busiest after a hard winter and before the next one.
Why call
Why not wait
Drier ceilings
A roof problem fixed early rarely spreads to the decking, the insulation or the ceilings.
Familiar with local homes
Roofers in Lodi know the roof types and weather wear common in local homes.
Clear next steps
Ask your questions before you agree to anything.
Cedar Shake Roof Replacement questions
Will my roof deck need to be replaced?
That depends on what goes back on. If you switch from cedar, the roof will need solid sheathing. Any rotted boards are replaced either way.
Should I put a new cedar roof back on?
Your own priorities decide it. New cedar keeps the natural look and suits many older homes, but it needs regular cleaning and some care to reach its full life. A roofer can compare samples with you before you decide.
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. The old wood stays damp under the new layer and the surface is too uneven to lay flat. Removing the old roof is the right first step.
What are the alternatives to cedar shakes?
Several materials can replace a cedar roof. Synthetic or composite shakes imitate the look with less upkeep, architectural asphalt shingles cost less and are common, and metal or stone-coated steel lasts a long time. Anything other than cedar typically requires sheathing the roof solid.
How long does a cedar roof replacement take?
Most homes take several days, with larger or steep roofs taking longer. Cedar tear-offs produce a lot of debris, and re-decking adds time. Sections are dried in at the end of each day.
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Cedar Shake Roof Installation
Installing cedar shakes or shingles with proper exposure, valleys, ridge caps and ventilation, so the wood can dry and last for decades.
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Replacing split, cupped or missing shakes, clearing moss and fixing valleys and ridge caps, so a sound cedar roof keeps shedding water.
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Full tear-off and replacement for roofs that are worn out, storm beaten or leaking in several places, so the house is dry for decades instead of seasons.
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Tearing off a worn shingle roof down to the decking and putting on a new one, including permits, cleanup and a final check.
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