Cedar Shake Roof Repair
A cedar roof is worth protecting. KRC Roofing & Siding replaces split, rotted, and missing shakes and repairs flashing on cedar roofs, carefully preserving the beauty and character of your home.
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Repairs That Respect Your Cedar Roof
Cedar roofs are built to last, but individual shakes don’t last forever. Over time, sun, moisture, and Iowa’s freeze-thaw cycles can split, cup, or rot individual pieces. When that happens, water can slip through the gaps and reach the layers underneath.
The good news is that cedar roofs are very repairable. Damaged shakes can be replaced one at a time without disturbing the rest of the roof, when it’s done by someone who knows how to work with wood.
Cedar Roof Problems We Repair
Split or cracked shakes.
Worn or damaged ridge and hip caps.
Missing or wind-blown shakes.
Cupped, curled, or warped pieces.
Failed flashing at chimneys, valleys, walls, and vents.
Rotted or soft shakes, often in shaded or damp areas.
Leaks from gaps between shakes.
Corroded fasteners causing shakes to loosen or stain.
The Right Technique for Cedar
Replacing a cedar shake takes care. We remove the damaged piece without harming its neighbors, check the interlayment underneath, and install a new shake cut to fit. We use proper spacing so the wood can expand and drain, and corrosion-resistant fasteners that won’t rust or stain. We’ll match the size, grade, and profile of your existing shakes as closely as possible.
About Color Matching
New cedar starts out a warm golden-brown, while older cedar weathers to silver-gray. Your repaired areas will look different at first, but they naturally blend in as the new wood weathers, usually over several months.
Cedar Shake RepairFAQs
Can you replace individual cedar shakes?
Yes. Damaged shakes can be removed and replaced one at a time without affecting the rest of the roof.
Why are my cedar shakes rotting?
Rot usually comes from moisture that can’t dry out. Common causes are shade, debris buildup, moss, poor ventilation, and shakes installed too close together.
Will new shakes match my roof?
New cedar starts lighter than weathered cedar, but it blends in naturally over time as it weathers.
How much does cedar shake repair cost?
It depends on how many shakes need replacing, flashing repairs, and roof access. We’ll give you a clear price after an inspection.
Other Roof Repairs Options
Asphalt Shingle Repair
Missing, cracked, or lifted shingles leave your roof exposed. KRC Roofing & Siding repairs asphalt shingle roofs quickly and cleanly, matching your existing roof as closely as possible.
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Wood Shake Repair
A tired wood roof doesn't always need to be replaced. KRC Roofing & Siding cleans, repairs, and treats wood shake roofs to restore their protection and add years to their life.
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