Cedar Shake Roofing in National City, California

The cedar shake roof is the natural choice for the homes that want the wood look and the coastal feel. The cedar handles the moisture and the salt air naturally. Cedar shake roofing in National City is the roof for the homes that want the classic California look.

Why National City Homes Choose Cedar Shake

The cedar shake roof gives the home a natural, textured look that stands out from the asphalt and the tile. The cedar wood is naturally resistant to the decay and the insects, and it handles the coastal moisture well.

The shake is also an insulator. The air between the shakes and the underlayment keeps the home cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter.

How We Install Cedar Shake Roofs in National City

1. Inspect the roof and the deck — assess the condition and the ventilation
2. Remove the old roof — tear off the old shingles and the underlayment
3. Install the underlayment — the water barrier over the deck
4. Install the shakes — the cedar shakes, spaced for ventilation
5. Finish the ridge and the details — the ridge pieces, the flashing, and the vents

Cedar Shake Roofing Costs in National City

Service	Typical range	What’s included	Warranty
Cedar shake install	$16,000 – $32,000	Tear-off, underlayment, cedar shakes	20 years
Cedar repair	$500 – $2,000	Replace the damaged shakes	2 years
Cedar treatment	$600 – $1,500	Clean and treat the cedar for moss and algae	2 years
Cedar replacement	$18,000 – $34,000	Tear off the old shakes, install new	20 years

Protecting Your Cedar Shake Roof in National City

• Treat the wood every two years — the coastal moisture feeds the moss and the algae
• Keep the valleys clear — the debris holds the moisture against the wood
• Check for the splits and the cracks — the wind lifts the loose shakes
• Inspect the flashing — the metal at the chimney and the vents needs the seal

Expert tip: in National City, the cedar shake roof needs a yearly cleaning to stop the moss in the coastal climate. The shaded slopes are the spots that grow the most moss.

Serving National City and Nearby Areas

We install cedar shake roofs across the South Bay — National City, Chula Vista, San Diego, Imperial Beach, and the surrounding communities.

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