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Cedar shake roofs are incredibly beautiful. In the right setting cedar shake tiles add an amazing bit of style to a house. A cedar roof gives a home such a natural appearance that they should be a requirement for cabins built in the woods.
While they are beautiful and the wooden tiles are somewhat resistant to various weather elements a cedar roof does need to be properly maintained. All roofs need maintenance but cedar roofs have special needs and need to be monitored more than the standard shingle roofs. Fungus, algae, and moss are far bigger concerned on a cedar shake roof. And clearing debris off the roof is vitally important because built up debris, especially the organic matter, will lay on the roof and begin decomposing. The debris will keep moisture on the roof and water will eventually seep through the under layers of roofing material.
Cedar shakes are vulnerable to being cracked from tree branches falling on the roof so it is a very good idea to keep all trees trimmed back. This will also allow the roof to have more sun exposure. A wooden roof should not be shaded all the time as it will take longer for the roof to dry out between rain storms.
Tue, Apr 7, 2009
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