Valley metal
All flashing is replaced, not reused so no old rusted metal remains.
Cedar Shake Roofing
Cedar Shake Roof Replacement Glen Ridge, NJ
When cedar shakes in Glen Ridge are thin, brittle and leaking in many places, replacement means a full tear-off and a new roof built from the deck up, whether that is new cedar or a different material. One call to (862) 357-6041 reaches a nearby cedar roof replacement pro.
Cedar roofs reach a point where repair stops making sense. 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.
Unlike some asphalt roofs, cedar has to come off completely. 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. A full tear-off exposes the sheathing for a proper check.
The deck is the biggest question in a cedar replacement. If new cedar goes back on, sound spaced boards can stay, but switching to another material means sheathing the roof solid. Any soft or split boards are cut out and replaced.
Cedar Shake Roof Replacement is often paired with cedar shake roof installation and cedar shake roof repair, depending on the cause.
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The cedar roof replacement process
Here is how a roofer usually handles a full cedar replacement.
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.
Protect the property
Tarps and plywood cover plants, decks and walkways, because cedar tear-offs throw off heavy debris and thousands of old nails. Spaced sheathing lets debris fall into the attic, so cover anything stored there.
Remove the old roof
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.
Re-deck the roof
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 roof
Ice and water membrane goes along the eaves and valleys, then underlayment covers the deck and new drip edge is installed. Cedar gets a ventilated layer, while other roofs get standard underlayment.
Final install
The new roof goes on with new valley metal, step flashing, pipe boots and ridge ventilation. The site is cleaned and swept with magnets before the crew leaves.
What is included
What a cedar replacement covers
Old roof removal
The old cedar roof is removed to the boards with debris hauled away.
Deck repair
The deck is repaired or sheathed solid before anything new goes on.
Underlayment
The deck is dried in with fresh underlayment under the new roof.
Debris removal
Debris is removed daily so the yard is safe to walk.
Related service
Cedar Shingle Roof Replacement Glen Ridge, NJ
Older homes often have sawn cedar shingles rather than split shakes, and replacing them follows the same tear-off logic. Those roofs were usually laid on spaced boards, and some were later covered with a layer of asphalt shingles, so a tear-off can uncover more than one roof. 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. Local design rules may limit what can replace a historic wood roof. A roofer in Glen Ridge can help you weigh the look, the upkeep and the rules before you decide.
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Cedar Shake Roof Replacement Near Me
Cedar roofs around Glen Ridge reach replacement age on older homes first, often after years of shade and moss. From Glen Ridge to neighboring communities such as East Orange, North Arlington, Caldwell and Clifton, the choice between new cedar and a look-alike often comes down to upkeep, fire rules and neighborhood style, which is worth talking through before any work begins.
For cedar shake roof replacement in Glen Ridge, NJ or nearby towns like East Orange, North Arlington, Caldwell and Clifton, call (862) 357-6041 to reach a roofer who covers your street.
How the weather here affects roofs around Glen Ridge
Winters here are long and cold, with snow on the roof for weeks at a time and plenty of nights below freezing. Heat escaping from the attic melts snow on the upper roof, and the water refreezes at the colder 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. Most homeowners in Glen Ridge, NJ have the roof checked in the fall and again after the snow melts.
Why call
Why not wait
Smaller repairs
Small roof problems caught early usually stay small repairs.
Roofers who know Glen Ridge
Roofers in Glen Ridge 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.
Cedar Shake Roof Replacement questions
How long does a cedar roof replacement take?
A typical house takes several working days. Cedar tear-offs produce a lot of debris, and re-decking adds time. The roof is never left open overnight.
Will my roof deck need to be replaced?
It comes down to the material you choose. 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.
Is it worth replacing cedar with cedar?
That comes down to what you want from the roof. 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.
Can new roofing go over old cedar shakes?
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. A full tear-off is the standard approach.
What are the alternatives to cedar shakes?
Several materials can replace a cedar roof. Common choices are new cedar, polymer shakes, architectural shingles and metal shake panels. Most non-cedar options need solid sheathing.
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Often needed together
Cedar Shake Roof Installation
Cedar roof installation from the sheathing and starter course up to the ridge, laid to the slope and climate of the house.
Learn moreCedar Shake Roof Repair
Replacing split, cupped or missing shakes, clearing moss and fixing valleys and ridge caps, without tearing off the shakes that still have years left.
Learn moreRoof Replacement
A complete new roof from the deck up when repairs no longer make sense, built to current code from the decking out.
Learn moreShingle Roof Replacement
Full shingle roof replacement, from tear-off and deck repair to new shingles and flashing, with soft decking fixed before anything new goes on.
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