Roofing
Cedar Shake Roofing in Williamsburg, VA
RoofTrue repairs and replaces cedar shake roofs for homeowners in Williamsburg and the surrounding area. Wood shakes need different handling than shingles: they split, cup and grow moss as they age, especially under the area's tall trees. We assess whether your shake roof can be repaired or is ready for replacement and explain your options.
Warning signs
Signs you may need cedar shake roofing
- Split, cupped or missing shakes
- Moss or lichen growth in shaded areas
- Shakes that look gray and brittle
- Leaks under a wood roof
What you get
What the job includes
- Inspection of shake condition and underlayment
- Replacement of split or missing shakes
- Flashing and ridge repairs
- Replacement options, including shake or other materials
Our approach
How we approach cedar shake roofing
Shade and humidity are the main enemies of wood roofs here. Shakes that stay damp under pines and hardwoods wear faster than those in full sun.
If your shake roof is near the end of its life, we will walk you through replacing it with cedar again or switching to a different material, with the honest trade-offs of each.
Verified by the manufacturer
GAF Certified Plus™ roofing contractor
RoofTrue is listed as a GAF Certified Plus residential roofing contractor in GAF's own contractor directory. You do not have to take our word for it. Check the listing yourself.
We install complete GAF roof systems: underlayment like TigerPaw and FeltBuster, Timberline HDZ shingles and Seal-A-Ridge caps. Warranty options depend on the system installed and are spelled out in your estimate.
Also a VELUX® Certified InstallerSkylight installation, replacement and repair done to VELUX standards.
What's next
How a RoofTrue job works
Step 1
Request your estimate
Call or send the form. We set up a time to look at your roof.
Step 2
Inspection and clear options
We inspect, take photos and explain what we found. You get a written estimate with options when more than one makes sense.
Step 3
Approved scope, quality work
Work follows the scope you approved. If we find hidden damage like soft decking, we show you before going further.
Step 4
Final walkthrough
We clean up, sweep for nails and walk the finished job with you.
Straight answers
Cedar Shake Roofing questions
Can a cedar shake roof be repaired?
Often, if damage is limited to some shakes or flashing. When most shakes are brittle or split, replacement makes more sense.
Why is there moss on my wood roof?
Moss grows where shakes stay damp and shaded. It holds moisture against the wood and speeds up wear.
Can I replace cedar with shingles?
Yes. We will explain how a material change affects the look of the home and what it involves.
Free estimate
Not sure what your roof needs?
Tell us what you are seeing. We will help you take the next step toward an inspection and a clear estimate.
- Free inspection and written estimate
- Photos of what we find
- No pressure, no obligation
Prefer to talk?(757) 206-1948Mon to Fri, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday by appointment.