Cedar Shake Roofing in the GTA
General information. Reno Rise focuses on basement renovations and legal secondary suites. This page describes work that independent professionals carry out; Reno Rise does not perform it.
Cedar Shake Roofing: What to Know Before You Hire
Cedar shake roofing gives a home a distinctive, natural look that asphalt shingles can't replicate, at a higher material and maintenance cost. It's a style choice as much as a functional one, and it's most common on character homes where the look matters as much as the performance.
Professionals typically install with proper spacing between shakes for natural expansion and ventilation underneath, since cedar that's installed too tight or without airflow behind it rots faster than the material's reputation suggests it should.
What This Work Typically Includes
- Proper shake spacing for expansion and airflow
- Pressure-treated or naturally durable cedar grades
- Underlayment suited to breathable roofing
- Ridge cap and valley detailing
Independent Professionals
Estimates, contracts, warranties and the work itself come from the independent professional you choose, not from Reno Rise.
Toronto First, GTA-Wide
Reno Rise is focused on Toronto basement projects and can also handle enquiries from across the Greater Toronto Area.
Check Before You Hire
Confirm credentials, insurance, references and who is responsible for permits before you sign a contract.
Ready to Start Your Cedar Shake Roofing Project?
Reno Rise focuses on basement renovations and legal secondary suites. If you are planning other work, tell us about it and we will say whether we can point you to a suitable independent professional. Not every project can be matched.