Three Things You Will Want To Know Before Having Wood Roofing Installed On Your Home
by William Gerard
If you want to have an attractive and durable roof, shakes can be a great choice. They come in many different styles, and in a variety of different woods. Cedar shakes are one of the most popular wood roofing materials because of the natural resistance to rot and insects cedar has. If you are planning to have wood roofing installed on your home, here are some things that you will want to know first:
1. Using The Right Materials For Wood Roofing Installation
The first thing you will want to do before installing a wood roof is decide the type of material that you home needs. There are many different types of wood shakes and shingles. It is important to use a material that is appropriate for your region. For example, if you live in a dry climate, the local building codes may require you to use a material that has been treated to be fire-resistant. There is also pressure-treated materials for homes in moist climates with high amounts of annual rainfall.
2. Choosing An Underlayment To Improve The Performance Of Wood Shingles
There are also many different types of underlayments that you can use for wood roofing materials. If you want to have better energy performance of your home, you can use a more energy-efficient underlayment. You can also use thicker underlayments that can provide more protection from moisture and fire-resistance. For homes in dry climates, a fire-resistant roofing felt will help provide additional protection from fire.
3. Understanding The Regular Maintenance And Care For Wood Roofing
Any type of wood roofing material will also require regular maintenance. This consists of cleaning the roof regularly to remove debris. When you clean wood shingles, you will want to remove the debris from the cracks in the wood. This can be done with a light detergent, water and a garden hose. Cleaning debris will help to prevent fungus from growing on your roof, which can cause the wood shingles to decay over time. You may also want to pressure wash and apply a sealant to the roof occasionally to protect it from the elements. Doing these things will help you to get more life out of your roof.
These are some of the things that you will want to know before having cedar shakes installed on your home. If you are ready to have a new cedar roof, contact a cedar shake contractor (such as one from Freedom Roofing) and ask them about what the best materials will be for your home.
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Do you know how to tell if you have problems with your flashing, loose shingles, or damaged tar pitch? Well, I didn't either until I experienced some of those issues on my own. One day, I realized that my roof was leaking and that I needed to find a solution fast. After contacting a professional roofing company, they were able to solve my troubles and teach me the signs of trouble. I want you to avoid the same types of hassles, which is why my blog is filled to the brim with information about roofing and home ownership. You never know, these tips could really come in handy!