Cedar shakes and shingles have a warm aesthetic appearance and they have long been used for roofing because of its durability and resistance to the weather. For cold climates, such as that in Minnesota, cedar shakes and shingles provide a degree of thermal insulating properties.
Buyers also have a number of color choices. The even-grained wood can range in color from deep chocolate brown to light blond. Over time, it weathers to a shade of gray, which adds to the rustic appeal.
If you are considering having cedar shakes installed on your home or business, there are a number of options available to you. At First Impressions Exteriors, we can review those options with you in order to find what works for you.
Versatile And Sustainable
There are many design choices available for residential, institutional, and commercial structures. An experienced Twin Cities roofing contractor will have installed cedar shakes and shingles on at least some of the following structure types: single- and multi-family homes, retail establishments, office buildings, churches, barns, band shells, historic homes and buildings, homes, mountain cabins, bungalows, and Victorian or Cape Code styled homes.
Roofs of all types can benefit from cedar shakes and shingles for that unique look that will complement the structure’s architecture. In all reality, any individual who wants their roof to have that rustic look will benefit.
Shakes Vs. Shingles
Some individuals are curious about the differences between shakes and shingles. Shakes are handsplit and resawn and they are split faced. They are exposed with a naturally rustic appearance and their backside is sawn. The most common sizes are 18 and 24 inch lengths. However, the thickness can range from 3/8 of an inch to over 2 inches.
A tapersawn shake is sawn on both sides to give it a semi-textured look with a shadow line that is stronger than that of cedar shingles.
Cedar shingles are sawn on both sides to give them a tailored appearance. They are available in a few sizes. Your Minneapolis roofing contractor will help you choose the type that works for you. There are even prefinished rebutted and rejointed sidewall shingles that you can choose from. There is a lot of flexibility that is achieved with cedar shakes because of the design options that are available.
All in all, you can opt for a natural look or you can opt for a customized look that suits the architecture of your home. This gives you the opportunity to enjoy the benefits of cedar. If you need something that is lower maintenance, then there are roofing types available that mimic real wood.
Minneapolis Roofing Contractors
If you need a quality roofing contractor who can repair damage or replace your entire roof, we can help you. We have a great deal of experience that we put into every job and we take an approach that results in a smooth process. To schedule a free estimate, call us at 612-532-2036 or fill out our contact form so a representative from our company will contact you. Also ask about our ice dam removal service.