Underlayment
Ice and water membrane goes in at the eaves and valleys where water and ice gather.
Cedar Shake Roofing
Cedar Shake Roof Replacement Englewood, NJ
Replacing a cedar roof in Englewood starts with removing every old shake and strip of felt interlay, then fixing the boards underneath before the new roof goes on, whether that is new cedar or a different material. One call to (551) 355-3321 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. That is when replacing the roof costs less over time than chasing leaks.
Overlaying cedar shakes with new roofing is not a real option. The surface is too irregular to support new material flat, the old wood traps moisture and building codes typically require removal. A full tear-off exposes the sheathing for a proper check.
Most cedar roofs sit on spaced sheathing, and that affects every option. Spaced 1x boards suit cedar, but other roofing needs solid plywood or OSB, either laid over the boards or installed after they come out. Rotted boards are replaced either way.
Depending on what the roofer finds, cedar shake roof replacement in Englewood, NJ can go hand in hand with cedar shake roof installation and cedar shake roof repair.
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What happens during a cedar roof replacement
Old wood roofs produce a lot of debris and some surprises.
Choose the material
You pick the new roofing first, then the roofer plans the deck, underlayment and flashing around it. Permits are pulled and any neighborhood or fire rules are checked.
Site prep
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
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
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
Ice and water membrane goes along the eaves and valleys, then underlayment covers the deck and new drip edge is installed. For new cedar, a breathable mat or spaced boards keep air moving under the shakes.
Finish the roof
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 the replacement includes
Valley metal
All flashing is replaced, not reused for a watertight finish.
Full tear-off
The old cedar roof is removed to the boards with debris hauled away.
Cleanup
Old cedar, felt and nails are hauled away so the yard is safe to walk.
Deck repair
The deck is repaired or sheathed solid before anything new goes on.
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Cedar Shingle Roof Replacement Englewood, 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.
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 Englewood 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 Englewood are the original wood on homes several decades old. Across Englewood and nearby towns like Englewood Cliffs, Leonia, Tenafly and Bergenfield, some owners put cedar back to keep the look while others switch to synthetic shakes, architectural shingles or metal, and a roofer can lay out the options side by side.
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How the weather here affects roofs around Englewood
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, 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. Most homeowners in Englewood, 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 Englewood
Local roofers see the same roofs and storm damage across Englewood and nearby towns.
Clear next steps
Ask the roofer about the cause, the options and the estimate before work starts.
Common questions about cedar shake roof replacement
Will my roof deck need to be replaced?
The answer hinges on the new roofing material. 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.
How many days does it take to replace a cedar roof?
The timeline is usually a few days to a week or more for bigger homes. Weather, deck repairs and roof size all affect the schedule. Sections are dried in at the end of each day.
What are the alternatives to cedar shakes?
Several materials can replace a cedar roof. Options include new cedar, composite shakes, dimensional asphalt shingles and metal roofing designed to look like shakes. Most non-cedar options need solid sheathing.
Should I put a new cedar roof back on?
Your own priorities decide it. Real cedar looks great and lasts decades with care, while look-alike materials trade some character for lower maintenance. Seeing samples side by side helps.
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. Shakes create an irregular surface and trap moisture under the new roofing. A tear-off also lets the roofer fix the deck.
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