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Cedar Shake Roof Replacement Randolph, NJ
Replacing a cedar roof in Randolph starts with removing every old shake and strip of felt interlay, then fixing the boards underneath before the new roof goes on, so the new roof starts on solid, dry wood. Dial (973) 858-1826 to talk with a local roofer about replacing the roof.
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. That is when replacing the roof costs less over time than chasing leaks.
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. 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. Rotted boards are replaced either way.
If the problem goes deeper than it first looked, a Randolph roofer may also recommend cedar shake roof installation or cedar shake roof repair.
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Call nowThe process
How cedar shake roof replacement works
Here is how a roofer usually handles a full cedar replacement.
Plan the new roof
The roofer inspects the deck from the attic, measures the roof and talks through new cedar versus synthetic shakes, architectural shingles or metal. Code and permit requirements are confirmed before work starts.
Site prep
The crew protects landscaping, siding and windows and sets a dumpster close to the house. Spaced sheathing lets debris fall into the attic, so cover anything stored there.
Tear off to the deck
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
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. Nothing else on the roof works if the deck is weak.
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.
Finish the roof
The finish roof is laid with new metal at valleys and walls and a vented ridge. A magnetic sweep of the yard and driveway picks up stray nails.
What is included
Parts of a cedar roof replacement
Full tear-off
All shakes, felt and old metal are stripped so the deck can be inspected.
Underlayment
The deck is dried in with fresh underlayment where water and ice gather.
Sheathing
Rotted boards are replaced and solid sheathing is added if needed for the new roofing material.
Debris removal
The site is cleaned and swept with magnets leaving the property clean.
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Cedar Shingle Roof Replacement Randolph, NJ
Cedar shingle roof replacement is common on older homes, where sawn shingles were the standard roof long before asphalt. 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. After tear-off, the roof deck is inspected and brought up to standard.
Putting cedar shingles back preserves the character of an older house. Local design rules may limit what can replace a historic wood roof. Ask a Randolph roofer to compare new cedar shingles with look-alike options for your home.
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Cedar Shake Roof Replacement Near Me
Cedar roofs around Randolph reach replacement age on older homes first, often after years of shade and moss. From Randolph to neighboring communities such as Dover, Wharton, Succasunna and Rockaway, 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.
For cedar shake roof replacement in Randolph, NJ or nearby towns like Dover, Wharton, Succasunna and Rockaway, call (973) 858-1826 to reach a roofer who covers your street.
How the weather here affects roofs around Randolph
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. Most homeowners in Randolph, NJ have the roof checked in the fall and again after the snow melts.
Why call
Why fix it now
Less damage
A roof problem fixed early rarely spreads to the decking, the insulation or the ceilings.
Familiar with local homes
Local roofers see the same roofs and storm damage across Randolph and nearby towns.
Straight answers
Ask the roofer about the cause, the options and the estimate before work starts.
Cedar Shake Roof Replacement FAQ
Do I need new sheathing when replacing a cedar roof?
That depends on what goes back on. If you switch from cedar, the roof will need solid sheathing. Soft or split boards are replaced no matter what.
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. Sections are dried in at the end of each day.
Should I put a new cedar roof back on?
That comes down to what you want from the roof. Cedar offers real wood character but more upkeep than synthetic or metal options. A roofer can compare samples with you before you decide.
What can I replace my cedar shake roof with?
New cedar is one option, but there are several others. 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.
Can new roofing go over old cedar shakes?
Laying new material over shakes causes more problems than it solves. The shakes are uneven and hold moisture, so the new roof sits on a lumpy, damp base, and the old wood adds fuel load. A full tear-off is the standard approach.
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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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Repairs for split shakes, rot at the butts, moss buildup and leaking valleys on wood roofs, matched to what a close look at the roof actually finds.
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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, with soft decking fixed before anything new goes on.
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