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	Cedar Shake Roof Care - Special Cleaner
		Cedar shake roofs, no doubt, have a certain amount of prestige as a roofing material.
		The texture, color, and appearance of a cedar shake roof is undeniably appealing.
		The enemies of cedar shakes, as you might expect, are water and sunlight.
	www.askthebuilder.com /077_Cedar_Shake_Roof_Care_-_Special_Cleaner.shtml (662 words)

	70 Year Shake Roof System
		On the secondary gables the pitch is 14:12 or 50 degrees.
		Where painted shake shingles are used for siding, the wood is then brought to the surface of the roof shingles.
		The butt edges of the siding are not deteriorated at the roof surface nor are the wood shakes on the roofing.
	www.millenroofing.com /wood/article_01.html (4163 words)

	Roofing Materials
		For example, a roof that rises 4 feet for every 12 feet from the eave is said to have a slope or pitch of 4 to 12.
		Shakes use a series of 1 by 4 boards that is called skip sheathing, since it does not form a solid surface but only a place to which the shakes can be nailed.
		Shakes are fastened to the skip sheathing using either staples or nails.
	www.metroplexroofing.com /roofing_materials.htm (2240 words)

	Roof Application Letter
		Our objections to cedar shake roofing are based on its short life, high installation cost, time-consuming and costly maintenance requirements, dangerous combustibility, vulnerability to damage from roof walkers, conduciveness to pests, and harm to the environment.
		The fire rating for the cedar shake to be used in connection with the previously cited $5575 cedar re- roofing installation estimate is Class C. The owner of a single family house covered with cedar shakes assumes the risk of burning his own house down if the house's fireplace is used.
		He explained that a house roofed with cedar shakes is protected from moisture only by the roofing paper; on this roof, the job of the cedar shakes is to protect the paper from the sun and wind.
	www.mcleanprovincehoa.org /roofappl1.html (1903 words)

	Tony's Roof Care & Pressure Washing:Shake Roof Cleaning
		The main deteriorating factors affecting shake roofs are ultraviolet damage from the sun’s rays, loss of natural oils due to prolonged exposure to water (rain), and the destructive effects of moss, fungus and lichen.
		Roof cleaning is an incredibly dirty job, but we take the time to clean the dirt off the house, decks and cement and clean out the gutters and downspouts.
		To maximize the life expectancy of the roof, this process should be repeated every three to six years, depending on condition of the roof, shading conditions, type of treatment used, etc. It is most important to begin when the roof is still as young as possible.
	vanity.qwestdex.com /tonysroofcare/Page3.html (765 words)

	Re-Roof Ideas
		A Cedar Shake roof is fairly labour and time intensive to install, and this results in a roofing system which will cost a few thousand dollars more than other similar appearance roofing material systems.
		A fully sawn 5/8" thick shake, it takes the lowest pick of the raw wood pile to produce this machine made shake, and it is now the "normal" shake provided by the industry in South West B.C. Tapersawn shakes have shown to have a shorter life expectancy as a roofing material.
		The moment that the Cedar Shake is installed it immediately begins the aging and rotting process, waiting for the inevitable algae growth and unsightly discolouration to occur.
	www.roofingstore.ca /re-roof_ideas.htm (2791 words)

	FAQ Roofing Questions Bobs Roofing (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
		Shake or wood shingle roofs rule of thumb last 20 to 25 years.
		Of course all prices depend on Square footage, Pitch of roof, Accessibility, one or two story, type of roofing material, removal of old roof (s), weather or not it needs to be resheeted, sheet metal if any, roof permit and city lic.
		If the roof fails, allowing flying embers to enter your home, under the eaves for example, your home and safety are at risk.
	www.bobsroofing.com /faq.htm (1569 words)

	Roofing: recondition a shake roof?
		A roofing contractor before the storm season gave me an estimate of around 2,000 to recondition it and said it would then be good for about 5 years.I think there are a lot of complanies around my area who will do it for that amount.
		A 17 year old shake roof probably has a few things that need to be taken care of, but it's fairly minimal and the cost should be between $200 and $500.
		The only exception to that last paragraph is if you have a a unique situation on your roof, like a huge tree has fallen on the roof or the roof was installed by monkeys and the repair includes correcting some serious mistakes from the installation.
	en.allexperts.com /q/Roofing-1598/recondition-shake-roof.htm (1464 words)

	Roofing: best way to tie in new shake roof to existing shake roof
		I have in depth expertise in residential roofing, especially wood shakes and shingles, asphalt composition shingles, and to a somewhat lesser extent with hot tar systems, tile, and all the other residential systems on the market.
		I recently replaced the roof over an addition with heavy shake to match the rest of the house.The tie-in must have failed because I have a serious leak between the old and new shakes.
		Once you've removed enough roofing to expose 10" of good felt paper, then make sure the new felt paper is overlapped with the old felt paper 10" and that no new holds, cracks or cut happen in the felt paper.
	en.allexperts.com /q/Roofing-1598/best-way-tie-new.htm (1032 words)

	Cal-Shake® Shake Roofing Class Action - Product ID
		Review any invoices, statements, or warranty information that the roofer provided you when the roof was installed or may have been provided to you at the time of purchase by the previous owners of the home.
		Look for broken shakes to see whether the logo "Cal-Shake" is embossed on the top half of the shake.
		Review any dated invoices, statements, or warranty information that the roofer or roofing company may have provided you when the roof was installed or may have been provided to you at the time of purchase by the previous owners of the home.
	www.calshakeclassaction.com /ProductIDnew.html (477 words)

	Shake Roof Tile
		The wood-like appeal of Shake roof tile makes it a natural choice to recreate the charm of turn-of-the-century America.
		Shake roof tile richly replicates the natural beauty of a real wood shake with its rough-hewn top surface, ragged edges and rugged butts, but with the peace of mind of a Class-A fire rating.
		Shake tile is often laid in a staggered pattern, a technique perfected by Vande Hey Raleigh.
	www.vhr-roof-tile.com /Products_Shake.htm (110 words)

	Cedar Shake Shingles, Cedar Shingle Siding, Cedar Shake Roof, Wood Roofing
		On a 4/12 and steeper pitched roof, a #1 shingle is applied at 5" exposure for 16"; 5 1/2" for 18" and 7 1/2" for 24".
		A Split and Resawn Shake is sawn on the backside and the face is split with the natural grain of the wood giving the shake a highly textured surface on the exposed face.
		On a 4/12 or steeper pitched roof, it is applied at 7 1/2" for a 18" shake and 10" for a 24" shake.
	www.cedarshakeandshingle.com /shingle.asp (641 words)

	(Hayes Roofing Enterprises, Inc. - Everett, WA) Cedar Shakes
		You need to be careful when you purchase a shake roof.
		With a roof that is supposed to last 13 years, you may replace it in 8 if you are not careful.
		Shakes are not a low-maintenance roof by any means, and that should be a consideration if you are thinking about purchasing this kind of roof.
	www.hayesroofing.com /cedarshakes (483 words)

	cost of new shake roof - Roofing and Siding - BBS - BobVila.com
		I just got a pest inspection done and the report says that for the shake roof on a house I am buying, the roof sheathing (which is 8" tongue and groove) has fungus damage in three areas where it is visible under the eaves.
		Roof replacement costs vary from one region to the other.
		Generally, a medium shake roof can last about 20 years, while a heavy shake roof can last about 30 years.....but factors such as climate, shade, quality of cedar, etc. can increase or decrease the life expectancy.
	www.bobvila.com /BBS/cost_of_new_shake_roof-Roofing_and_Siding-1-F2422.html (290 words)

	Shake Shield Coating - Oil Based Coatings for Wood, Sealant & Stain; Restore and Protect - Armstrong-Clark Co.
		Shake Shield is a one-coat, high solids semi-transparent pigmented finish for unpainted wood shakes and shingles.
		Armstrong's Shake Shield repels water, replenishes the natural oils baked out by the sun, thereby adding flexibility to the wood and the pigments reflect the sun's UV rays, thus retarding the graying process of the wood.
		Although Armstrong's Shake Shield works extremely well on older roofs of 15-20 years old, it should be applied to new roof installations as well.
	www.armclark.com /shakeshield.html (697 words)

	Roofs (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
		But, a relatively heavy roof, such as concrete tile, may tend to work against the house during an earthquake according to some sources including the manufacturers of lightweight metal roofs.
		The inertia of the heavier roofs may possibly put extra strain on the house structure when the structure sways back and forth, and also may increased the risk of collapse due to the sheer weight.
		Metal roofs can be installed by tearing off the old shake roof, nailing down plywood sheets, and then metal roof panels over the plywood.
	www.bollingerhills.org /roofs.htm (1582 words)

	Cedar Shake & Shingle Bureau
		Shakes which are split straight to create parallel sides, have sometimes been called "barn shakes".
		If more specific information about your roof is required, the CSSB suggests that you hire a professional Approved Installer or obtain a roof inspection to provide you with an experienced, local assessment.
		Cedar shakes are more resistant to hail than many other roof coverings and this is why Certi-label™ cedar is such a good choice for your next roofing project.
	www.cedarbureau.org /faq/product.htm (3610 words)

	Metal roof over wood shakes \| Roofing over existing roof \| Metal Roofing Forum â“ Metal Roo
		Some advise that the shakes need to be pulled off, others say a metal roof can be installed over the shakes.
		I have had experienced with many many metal roofs over wood shakes, dating back over 20 years and I have never encountered one where I later regretted that the old shakes were not removed.
		The Metal Roofing Alliance is a consortium of metal roofing manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, and contractors with the main goal of educating consumers about the many benefits of metal roofing.
	www.metalroofing.com /v2/forums/index.cfm?action=mboard.members.viewmessages&ForumTopicID=746&ForumCategoryID=44 (481 words)

	American Roof Company, Shake Restoration (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
		Turn that unsightly, leaking wood shake roof into a new one and extend its life another 10 to 15 years...
		Chances are shake maintenance could add significantly to the longevity of your roof.
		With our time-tested procedure of replacing damaged shakes, inspecting and repairing felts, power-washing, then applying an ultraviolet-resistent roof coating, you could be years ahead for a fraction of the cost of a new roof.
	www.eaglelink.com /amroof/shake.html (146 words)

	Metal Roofing Express - Your DIY Metal Roofing Source
		When your Metal Shake roof is complete, you’ll have the pride of the best-looking roof in the neighborhood, and the satisfaction of completing the work yourself—to the tune of a substantial increase in the value of your home.
		Regardless of color, Metal Shake roofing never uses exposed fasteners, which adds to the beauty and weather tightness of the system.
		Self-cleaning open valleys keep your roof from accumulating piles of leaves or pine straw, and the non-porous Kynar 500 finish prevents the unsightly dark streaks of algae growth on the roof.
	www.metalroofingexpress.com /content/products (659 words)

	Lifetime Roof " Frequently Asked Questions " (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
		Here you can find answers to most of your roofing question, but if you still can't find what the answer you need please contact us through our contact page or give us a call at: 1-866-487-9625 One of our professionals will be glad to help you.
		With Gerard roofs you may leave your old wood shingle or shake roof on as Gerard has been tested and approved to be installed directly over your existing roof due to its unique installation method.
		High winds will cause most roofing to blow off or in the case of concrete or clay tile to raise in the front allowing the embers to blow under the roof.
	www.lifetimeroof.biz /faqs.html (873 words)

	Stonewayroofing.com
		It is important to use a good shake or shingle, both for roof repair and for roof replacement.
		These shakes and shingles have been inspected by an independent third party quality certification agency and are the highest rated.
		Statements such as “never replace your cedar shake roof in your entire life” or “without our treatment your roof will only last seven years” are false and the CSSB considers them to be misleading advertising.
	www.stonewayroofing.com /story/default.view?rowID=108 (682 words)

	Monier Eagletile
		Colour through concrete tile roofs, which is now how all leading tile manufacturers produce concrete roof tile, have proven their longevity in similar European climate, and have shown to last in excess of 60 years.
		In the case of "Eagle" Roofing tiles it will require a couple thousand more for this concrete roof tile because their plant is down in California and the freight is greater.
		And of course, the homeowner will not have to worry about replacing a cedar shake roof in 14 to 19 years as is the norm for our region, if concrete tile is used (and installed correctly).
	www.roofingstore.ca /monier_eagletile.htm (1908 words)

	Roof Guide - Roofing Materials - Roofing Contractor - Roof Helper
		There are a wide variety of roofing materials that are used on homes today.
		Deciding on the roof that is right for you depends on a number of factors, including the type of roof you currently have, location, climate, desired look, maintenance and cost.
		You can also learn where to look for a roofing contractor for your project or more about home improvement financing.
	www.roofhelper.com /products.htm (229 words)

	Roof Repair - Roofing Installation - Laminate Roofing - Cedar Shake Roof - Asphalt Roofing - Flat, Tile and Metal ...
		Scheduled roof inspections and roof maintenance are the best ways to avoid the most common roofing problems.
		Roofs should be inspected at least twice a year, in the spring and fall.
		If the roof has been leaking for some time, the structural integrity of the roofing system could already be damaged and its load capacity compromised, says Mock.
	www.startremodeling.com /roofing.htm (393 words)

	Everlast Systems, Inc. - The Most Asked Questions (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
		Ever-Shake is also the lightest simulated shake on the market today; in fact it is lighter than the great majority of the premium heavy weight fiberglass shingles manufactured.
		Due to the fact that the waterproofing components of a shake roofing system are the felts and the flashings, we feel that the warranty is very realistic and is a proper guide as to the life expectancy of your shake roof system.
		Moss and fungus should not be allowed to build up on the surface of the roof, due to the potential harm to the underlying membranes within the shake system.
	www.evershake.com /faqpage2.htm (1198 words)

	FDI New Orleans-Factory Direct Installations
		Although there may be some gloss right after the roof is installed, that gloss will soon dull to a flat, natural look as airborne dust settles on it, just like the finish on your car.
		Then other factors are determined, such as how long the new roof will last, how much it will save in energy costs, how well it provides wind, water and fire protection, how much maintenance it will require, and how well it is likely to survive a severe storm.
		In addition to locking on all four sides between panels, the shingles are anchored to the roof deck with screw-shank nails that are virtually impossible to pull out.
	www.1877ourroof.com /html/faq.html (1999 words)

	The Seattle Times: Home & Garden: Cleaning a shake roof — and making sure it's color-coordinated
		They now have some clean shakes that don't match the color of the existing shakes on the rest of the roof, which makes the rest of the roof unsightly.
		air cleaning is generally performed on older, softer cedar roofs that could be damaged by pressure-washing, or by those who choose not to use pressure-washing (for environmental, ancillary leakage or monetary reasons).
		The roof is high and steep and, no, we cannot climb and walk on it.
	seattletimes.nwsource.com /html/homegarden/2002672823_hay17.html?syndication=rss (616 words)

	Troubleshooting Your Shake Roof
		In most cases the missing shakes can be replaced individually, be sure to check exposed interlayment for damage before replacing the shake
		Replace shake, be sure to check exposed interlayment for damage before replacing the shake
		Wood shakes are particularly susceptible to moss/algae growth
	www.owenscorning.com /around/roofing/shakeRooftrouble.asp (294 words)

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