Debris removal
The site is cleaned and swept with magnets and stray nails are collected.
Cedar Shake Roofing
Cedar Shake Roof Replacement Haledon, NJ
A roofer in Haledon can replace a worn-out cedar shake roof by tearing off the old shakes and felt down to the sheathing, repairing or adding decking and installing a new roof, so the new roof starts on solid, dry wood. One call to (862) 434-1263 reaches a nearby cedar roof replacement pro.
Every cedar roof eventually wears past what spot repairs can fix. 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. 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. 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 Haledon roofer may also recommend cedar shake roof installation or cedar shake roof repair.
Looking for Haledon cedar shake roof replacement? Call (862) 434-1263 to talk to a local roofer.
Call nowThe process
How cedar shake roof replacement works
Old wood roofs produce a lot of debris and some surprises.
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. Local permits and any material rules are confirmed.
Protect the property
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
The old shakes and felt are stripped section by section so the roof is never left open longer than needed. Any older layers found underneath are removed at the same time.
Sheathing work
The roofer replaces soft boards and adds solid sheathing where the new material requires it. Nothing else on the roof works if the deck is weak.
Lay underlayment
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.
Final install
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
What a cedar replacement covers
Underlayment
The deck is dried in with fresh underlayment under the new roof.
Deck repair
The deck is repaired or sheathed solid for the new roofing material.
Old roof removal
The old cedar roof is removed to the boards with debris hauled away.
Valley metal
Valleys, walls, vents and skylights get new metal so no old rusted metal remains.
Related service
Cedar Shingle Roof Replacement Haledon, NJ
Older homes often have sawn cedar shingles rather than split shakes, and replacing them follows the same tear-off logic. Many were built on open board decks, and some were roofed over decades ago, which means two layers to remove. 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. If your home is in a historic area, check what materials are allowed. A roofer in Haledon can help you weigh the look, the upkeep and the rules before you decide.
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Cedar Shake Roof Replacement Near Me
Many cedar roofs being replaced in Haledon are the original wood on homes several decades old. From Haledon to neighboring communities such as Paterson, Hawthorne, Totowa and Glen Rock, 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 Haledon, NJ or nearby towns like Paterson, Hawthorne, Totowa and Glen Rock, call (862) 434-1263 to reach a roofer who covers your street.
Roofs in this climate
Winters here are long and cold, with snow on the roof for weeks at a time and plenty of nights below freezing. 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. Strong coastal storms push rain into every weak spot at the flashing and valleys. That is why roof repair in Haledon is busiest after a hard winter and before the next one.
Why call
Why act early
Drier ceilings
A roof problem fixed early rarely spreads to the decking, the insulation or the ceilings.
Roofers who know Haledon
Roofers in Haledon 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 FAQ
Can new roofing go over old cedar shakes?
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.
What can I replace my cedar shake roof with?
You can put cedar back or choose a material that looks like it. 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.
Should I put a new cedar roof back on?
The choice depends on the look, maintenance and rules in your area. New cedar keeps the natural look and suits many older homes, but it needs regular cleaning and some care to reach its full life. Seeing samples side by side helps.
How many days does it take to replace a cedar roof?
A typical house takes several working days. Removing old wood and adding sheathing take time. The roof is never left open overnight.
Do I need new sheathing when replacing a cedar roof?
That depends on what goes back on. New cedar can go on sound spaced boards, but asphalt shingles, metal and most synthetic products need solid plywood or OSB. Damaged boards always get replaced.
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Often needed together
Cedar Shake Roof Installation
Cedar roof installation from the sheathing and starter course up to the ridge, so the wood can dry and last for decades.
Learn moreCedar Shake Roof Repair
Cedar roof repairs from single cracked shakes up to worn ridge caps and open valleys, so a sound cedar roof keeps shedding water.
Learn moreRoof Replacement
Replacing an aging roof with new underlayment, flashing, vents and roofing, with the old layers removed and the deck checked.
Learn moreShingle Roof Replacement
Replacing an aging shingle roof once repairs no longer hold, with soft decking fixed before anything new goes on.
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