Cedar Shake & Shingle Roofs Built for Calgary Homes
We install hand-split & resawn cedar shakes for a rugged, dimensional look; tapersawn shakes for a cleaner profile; and cedar shingles for refined lines. Systems include breathable underlayment, rainscreen/ventilation mat to promote drying, and stainless or hot-dip galvanized ring-shank nails to resist corrosion. Fire-retardant and pressure-treated options available to meet local code assemblies.
Cedar Roof Replacement
- Tear-off to deck; replace damaged boards
- Breathable underlayment + rainscreen/vent mat
- Hand-split, tapersawn, or shingle layout
- Ridge, hip, valley, and flashing details
Cedar Roof Repair & Care
- Shake/shingle replacement & re-fastening
- Flashing upgrades at chimneys & walls
- Moss removal, gentle cleaning, preservation oil
- Ventilation improvements to extend life
Grades, Treatments & Codes
- Premium/Blue Label coastal-grade cedar
- Fire-retardant treated (Class B/C; Class A with assembly)
- Stainless fasteners near coasts or high-moisture areas
- Compliance with local wind & fire codes
Why Homeowners Choose Cedar Roofing
| Feature | Benefits | SEO Keywords |
|---|---|---|
| Natural Beauty | Timeless curb appeal that ages to a silver patina | cedar shake curb appeal, cedar patina |
| Insulation & Ventilation | Rainscreen + breathable layers help the roof dry faster | rainscreen cedar roof, ventilation mat |
| Durability | Premium Blue Label shakes resist splitting and cupping | blue label cedar, premium cedar roofing |
| Fasteners & Flashings | Stainless ring-shank nails & metal flashings prevent leaks | stainless nails cedar, chimney flashing cedar |
| Fire & Code Options | FR-treated cedar and code-approved assemblies available | fire retardant cedar shakes, class a assembly cedar |
How We Install a Residential Cedar Roof (Step-by-Step)
- Inspection, measurements, and detailed proposal
- Tear-off to deck, replace damaged sheathing, verify ventilation
- Install breathable underlayment and rainscreen/vent mat
- Lay cedar shakes/shingles to spec (exposure, offset, coursing)
- Use stainless/hot-dip galvanized ring-shank nails
- Form valleys, hips/ridges, step & counter flashing at walls
- Cleanup, magnetic nail sweep, final QA and photo documentation