How Long Do Cedar Shingles Last on a House

Generally, all sources agree that when a cedar shake roof is properly installed and maintained, a cedar roof life expectancy is around 30 years. Deterioration prevention maintenance needs to be performed every 2 to 4 years for the longest cedar shake roof life possible.

How do you know if cedar shingles are bad?

Signs a Cedar Shingle or Shake Needs Replacing Splitting – If the split has rounded edges and the interior is a dull orange or grayish color, then it’s a result of natural weathering. However, if the split has sharp edges and a light orange color interior, then it’s an impact split, probably caused by hail.

How much does it cost to replace cedar shingles?

The average cost to install cedar shingle siding ranges from $6 to $15 per square foot. You can expect to pay between $10,200 and $24,600 for a licensed contractor to install new cedar shingle siding on a typical house. This includes the cost of having a contractor remove the existing siding.