What are the key differences between cedar shakes and wood shingles?

Cedar shakes and wood shingles might seem similar, but they have some important differences. Cedar shakes are hand-split, giving them a unique, textured appearance that adds rustic charm to your roof. They're great for homeowners who want a distinctive look. Wood shingles, conversely, are machine-made, providing a smooth, uniform appearance for a more modern look. Shakes tend to be more expensive due to the craftsmanship involved but offer exceptional beauty and resilience.

When should I replace my cedar shake roof?

A well-maintained cedar shake roof can last up to 60 years. However, factors like severe weather and improper ventilation can reduce its lifespan. You should consider replacing your roof if you notice persistent leaks, visible water damage, curling or splitting shakes, moss growth, rot, or missing shakes. Regular inspections can help you determine when it's time for a replacement.

When hiring one for a cedar shake roof, what should I ask a roofing contractor?

When hiring a roofing contractor for your cedar shake roof, asking the right questions is important. Make sure they are fully certified and have extensive experience with cedar installations. Verify that their team is licensed, bonded, and insured. Ask for details about the materials they use, such as the type of underlayment and fasteners, and how they ensure proper ventilation. Getting multiple written estimates can help you compare options and choose a contractor who offers quality workmanship at a fair price.

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Home Genius Exteriors

Home Genius Exteriors

Customers say: True professional

421 local quotes requested

21 years of experience

Elevate your home with Home Genius Exteriors, setting the standard in Cleveland by offering full-service solutions for roofing, siding, windows, doors, gutters and insulation. We support our veterans and communities by supporting local and national charitable organizations through our Home Genius Cares initiative. With an Owens Corning® Platinum Preferred designation, we also offer flexible payment options, industry leading warranties and a wide range of premium products tailored for your home. It’s time for a different experience, entrust your next home project to a genius and schedule your free inspection today!

"Everything was perfect from the consultation to the install to the final walk around.way to tom the project manager!"

adam l on September 2025

Elevate your home with Home Genius Exteriors, setting the standard in Cleveland by offering full-service solutions for roofing, siding, windows, doors, gutters and insulation. We support our veterans and communities by supporting local and national charitable organizations through our Home Genius Cares initiative. With an Owens Corning® Platinum Preferred designation, we also offer flexible payment options, industry leading warranties and a wide range of premium products tailored for your home. It’s time for a different experience, entrust your next home project to a genius and schedule your free inspection today!

"Everything was perfect from the consultation to the install to the final walk around.way to tom the project manager!"

adam l on September 2025

Crystal Springs Construction LLC

Crystal Springs Construction LLC

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

19 local quotes requested

Crystal Springs Construction LLC is your trusted partner for all your roofing needs. With our expertise and attention to detail, we deliver exceptional results that stand the test of time. Contact us today and experience the difference of working with a reliable and professional home services business. We are an experienced roofing company and our main focus is metal and shingle roofing.

"The gentleman got the job done quickly, they were able to fix parts of the roof and placed metal over the old shingles to it after. I’m really happy with my new roof!"

Dylan H on December 2024

Crystal Springs Construction LLC is your trusted partner for all your roofing needs. With our expertise and attention to detail, we deliver exceptional results that stand the test of time. Contact us today and experience the difference of working with a reliable and professional home services business. We are an experienced roofing company and our main focus is metal and shingle roofing.

"The gentleman got the job done quickly, they were able to fix parts of the roof and placed metal over the old shingles to it after. I’m really happy with my new roof!"

Dylan H on December 2024

Best Choice Roofing Cleveland

14805 Detroit Ave Suite 200-B

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Best Choice Roofing Cleveland

14805 Detroit Ave Suite 200-B

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489 local quotes requested

16 years of experience

When it comes to selecting a roofing company that combines expertise with a passion for impeccable customer service, look no further than Best Choice Roofing. With a proven track record since 2009, we have solidified our position as the premier choice in the roofing industry. Our unwavering commitment to placing customers at the forefront, along with our devotion to using the finest roofing materials, sets us apart as an industry leader.

Bill Jackson Roofing Inc

7516 West Ridge Rd

4.56(

132

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Bill Jackson Roofing Inc

7516 West Ridge Rd

4.56(

132

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Customers say: Quality work

640 local quotes requested

29 years of experience

Bill Jackson Roofing is Ohio’s premier roofing contractor. We perform a variety of services including roofing, gutter installation and attic insulation. If you are looking for a roofing contractor for life then you came to the right place. We will make appointments on time because we understand your time is valuable. Let Bill Jackson Roofing Inc., and our 19 years of service perform the quality work you deserve at a fair price. For your convenience you can schedule an appointment below or feel free to call and schedule with our office manager Stacy. I hope our website was easy to maneuver around on and has the information you expected. If you would like us to change or add anything on our site to better serve you your feedback would be much appreciated. We show up when scheduled and perform the work contracted to do.

"Informative inspection - pointed out several small items that will need attention in the next several years. Decided to have them taken care of now."

Larry B on September 2024

Bill Jackson Roofing is Ohio’s premier roofing contractor. We perform a variety of services including roofing, gutter installation and attic insulation. If you are looking for a roofing contractor for life then you came to the right place. We will make appointments on time because we understand your time is valuable. Let Bill Jackson Roofing Inc., and our 19 years of service perform the quality work you deserve at a fair price. For your convenience you can schedule an appointment below or feel free to call and schedule with our office manager Stacy. I hope our website was easy to maneuver around on and has the information you expected. If you would like us to change or add anything on our site to better serve you your feedback would be much appreciated. We show up when scheduled and perform the work contracted to do.

"Informative inspection - pointed out several small items that will need attention in the next several years. Decided to have them taken care of now."

Larry B on September 2024

Home Genius Exteriors

525 Frost Road

4.13(

16

)

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Home Genius Exteriors

525 Frost Road

4.13(

16

)

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Customers say: Quality work

2360 local quotes requested

7 years of experience

Elevate your home with Home Genius Exteriors, setting the standard in Cleveland by offering full-service solutions for roofing, siding, windows, doors, gutters and insulation. We support our veterans and communities by supporting local and national charitable organizations through our Home Genius Cares initiative. With an Owens Corning® Platinum Preferred designation, we also offer flexible payment options, industry leading warranties and a wide range of premium products tailored for your home. It’s time for a different experience, entrust your next home project to a genius and schedule your free inspection today!

"Everything went remarkably fast. I needed to get my roof repaired, as there was considerable heat and water damage--which was shown through detailed photographs. All the details were carefully explained to me. I was kept up to date via email and texting. The crew arrived promptly, a short time before the supervisor arrived, and immediately began unpacking their materials and tools. They were already underway when the supervisor arrived. They had to pause for a time because of rain, but got right back to work when it cleared. I was sent pictures of the progress during the day via text. I arrived home after dark, and they were busy doing the final cleanup, so I parked in my neighbor's drive. As I walked over, I saw one of the crew carefully restaking one of my crackle ball lightsticks that had been pushed askew. I found that very endearing--such a small detail, yet he made time for it! All of the crew that I saw while walking into the house greeted me with a smile. The roof looks gorgeous! Several days later another crew came and installed my new gutters--the old ones were being held together with duct tape and prayer! I wouldn't have thought of black gutters, but I was shown a virtual image of how they would look, and it was elegant! I am very, very pleased."

Diane H on October 2025

Elevate your home with Home Genius Exteriors, setting the standard in Cleveland by offering full-service solutions for roofing, siding, windows, doors, gutters and insulation. We support our veterans and communities by supporting local and national charitable organizations through our Home Genius Cares initiative. With an Owens Corning® Platinum Preferred designation, we also offer flexible payment options, industry leading warranties and a wide range of premium products tailored for your home. It’s time for a different experience, entrust your next home project to a genius and schedule your free inspection today!

"Everything went remarkably fast. I needed to get my roof repaired, as there was considerable heat and water damage--which was shown through detailed photographs. All the details were carefully explained to me. I was kept up to date via email and texting. The crew arrived promptly, a short time before the supervisor arrived, and immediately began unpacking their materials and tools. They were already underway when the supervisor arrived. They had to pause for a time because of rain, but got right back to work when it cleared. I was sent pictures of the progress during the day via text. I arrived home after dark, and they were busy doing the final cleanup, so I parked in my neighbor's drive. As I walked over, I saw one of the crew carefully restaking one of my crackle ball lightsticks that had been pushed askew. I found that very endearing--such a small detail, yet he made time for it! All of the crew that I saw while walking into the house greeted me with a smile. The roof looks gorgeous! Several days later another crew came and installed my new gutters--the old ones were being held together with duct tape and prayer! I wouldn't have thought of black gutters, but I was shown a virtual image of how they would look, and it was elegant! I am very, very pleased."

Diane H on October 2025

Victors Home Solutions - Cleveland

1245 Danner Drive

4.85(

300

)

•Approved Pro

Victors Home Solutions - Cleveland

1245 Danner Drive

4.85(

300

)

•Approved Pro

Customers say: Super punctual

Recommended by 94% of Angi customers

Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers

1321 local quotes requested

Victors Home Solutions is the premier home improvement company across the Midwest, serving Michigan, Ohio, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey, providing the highest quality roof installation and repairs, along with gutter and attic insulation services. Beginning with our Free 21 Point Inspection, the Victors crew will take the time to talk with you and find the right roof solution for your home. We take pains to keep your grounds clean and damage free. The only way you can tell we were on your property is your new roof and a yard sign.

"sales practices are deceptive. My sales rep came to the house and evaluated my roof. I had no illusions that my roof was in good shape. It needed to be replaced. Victors touts themselves as roof specialists and will give an “honest” evaluation of your roof. I am sure you have seen the commercials. My rep went into the crawl space, on the roof, and presented photos of the roof. The cost was high, and my wife and I said no to the original offer but when they came down in price by $6,000.00, we agreed to the contract. This is where they got us. The price included three sheets of wood but any wood on top of that would be $85.00 per sheet. I asked our rep if he thought all of the wood on our roof would need replacing, and he said no. He said one side of our roof needed replacing but the other side of the roof was good and did not need replacing. But I knew that they would have to replace the wood on part of my roof. I knew this because other companies told us the same thing. Fast forward to the installation. The foreman showed me one board to be replaced and said others would need replacing as well. I told him that I knew some boards would need replacing. When we got to the end of the installation, they informed me that they had replaced all of the wood. Seventy-Three sheets. I was never under the impression that all the wood would need to be replaced. I requested photographs of my roof to justify all of the wood being replaced. They sent photos and only one photo showed one piece of wood with mold. I informed them that I felt scammed. I was told they reviewed the photos and stood by their decision and apologized that the rep did not set the expectation. I brought to their attention that they evaluated that all of my wood needed replacing from photographs but their roof specialist who was in my crawl space, on top of my roof, and told me all the wood did not need replacing could not tell me that all the wood needed replacing. I am now responsible for you guessed it $6,000.00 in wood replacement. Convenient? Suspicious? Yeah. They are shady. I am sure it is also a pure coincidence that after I put down my deposit the balance is almost the exact amount we qualified for in financing plus $700.00. So, beware of Victors. Good product but you will pay for it, and they will deceive you out of every penny you qualify for."

Rob J on April 2023

Victors Home Solutions is the premier home improvement company across the Midwest, serving Michigan, Ohio, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey, providing the highest quality roof installation and repairs, along with gutter and attic insulation services. Beginning with our Free 21 Point Inspection, the Victors crew will take the time to talk with you and find the right roof solution for your home. We take pains to keep your grounds clean and damage free. The only way you can tell we were on your property is your new roof and a yard sign.

"sales practices are deceptive. My sales rep came to the house and evaluated my roof. I had no illusions that my roof was in good shape. It needed to be replaced. Victors touts themselves as roof specialists and will give an “honest” evaluation of your roof. I am sure you have seen the commercials. My rep went into the crawl space, on the roof, and presented photos of the roof. The cost was high, and my wife and I said no to the original offer but when they came down in price by $6,000.00, we agreed to the contract. This is where they got us. The price included three sheets of wood but any wood on top of that would be $85.00 per sheet. I asked our rep if he thought all of the wood on our roof would need replacing, and he said no. He said one side of our roof needed replacing but the other side of the roof was good and did not need replacing. But I knew that they would have to replace the wood on part of my roof. I knew this because other companies told us the same thing. Fast forward to the installation. The foreman showed me one board to be replaced and said others would need replacing as well. I told him that I knew some boards would need replacing. When we got to the end of the installation, they informed me that they had replaced all of the wood. Seventy-Three sheets. I was never under the impression that all the wood would need to be replaced. I requested photographs of my roof to justify all of the wood being replaced. They sent photos and only one photo showed one piece of wood with mold. I informed them that I felt scammed. I was told they reviewed the photos and stood by their decision and apologized that the rep did not set the expectation. I brought to their attention that they evaluated that all of my wood needed replacing from photographs but their roof specialist who was in my crawl space, on top of my roof, and told me all the wood did not need replacing could not tell me that all the wood needed replacing. I am now responsible for you guessed it $6,000.00 in wood replacement. Convenient? Suspicious? Yeah. They are shady. I am sure it is also a pure coincidence that after I put down my deposit the balance is almost the exact amount we qualified for in financing plus $700.00. So, beware of Victors. Good product but you will pay for it, and they will deceive you out of every penny you qualify for."

Rob J on April 2023

Leading Edge Restorations

5.00(

25

)

•Approved Pro

Leading Edge Restorations

5.00(

25

)

•Approved Pro

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

554 local quotes requested

We are local restoration company that specializes in exterior renovations such as; Roofing, Siding, and Gutters. We are dedicated to do excellent work at a fair price and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Call or click to schedule a free estimate today!

"They did a great job at a fair price, no pressure just straightforward and up front about everything."

Chris B on October 2025

We are local restoration company that specializes in exterior renovations such as; Roofing, Siding, and Gutters. We are dedicated to do excellent work at a fair price and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Call or click to schedule a free estimate today!

"They did a great job at a fair price, no pressure just straightforward and up front about everything."

Chris B on October 2025

Home Exteriors Roofing, Siding and Windows

54 E Aurora Rd

4.59(

1,139

)

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Home Exteriors Roofing, Siding and Windows

54 E Aurora Rd

4.59(

1,139

)

•Approved Pro

Customers say: Quality work

3405 local quotes requested

41 years of experience

Fast, Affordable, & Dependable. Over 35 years in business, Family Owned and operated. We specialize in the complete exterior envelope, Windows, Siding, Roofing, Gutters and Doors. What's in your future? Maybe a new roof for your home or possibly a complete exterior makeover? Talk with one of our roofing, window or siding professionals to find the action that best fits your needs. We're happy to make some repairs to buy you some time, or make a replacement if it is needed. You want a contractor you can trust, and one who has the experience to help you make some major decisions. We will listen to your goals, desires, and help alleviate any concerns. We will walk you through the process like you were one of our family.

"Project went well. They replaced melted siding and reconnected the fence. It looks much better."

Joshua F on May 2024

Fast, Affordable, & Dependable. Over 35 years in business, Family Owned and operated. We specialize in the complete exterior envelope, Windows, Siding, Roofing, Gutters and Doors. What's in your future? Maybe a new roof for your home or possibly a complete exterior makeover? Talk with one of our roofing, window or siding professionals to find the action that best fits your needs. We're happy to make some repairs to buy you some time, or make a replacement if it is needed. You want a contractor you can trust, and one who has the experience to help you make some major decisions. We will listen to your goals, desires, and help alleviate any concerns. We will walk you through the process like you were one of our family.

"Project went well. They replaced melted siding and reconnected the fence. It looks much better."

Joshua F on May 2024

Thermal Roofing and Siding LTD CO

114 6TH ST SW

5.00(

12

)

•Approved Pro

Thermal Roofing and Siding LTD CO

114 6TH ST SW

5.00(

12

)

•Approved Pro

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

530 local quotes requested

Roofing: Shingle And Metal Roofing Call now for a free no obligation estimate/Inspection. One of the few company's still in the business since 1967. We carry a A++ on the BBB! Financing available and Payment is not collected until the job is complete and you are HAPPY!

"Kerri did my estimate. She was very professional and a total sweetheart. The roof new metal roof looks amazing !!! I couldn't be happier."

Shana B on August 2023

Roofing: Shingle And Metal Roofing Call now for a free no obligation estimate/Inspection. One of the few company's still in the business since 1967. We carry a A++ on the BBB! Financing available and Payment is not collected until the job is complete and you are HAPPY!

"Kerri did my estimate. She was very professional and a total sweetheart. The roof new metal roof looks amazing !!! I couldn't be happier."

Shana B on August 2023

EagleEyeRoofing

1428 Edison St. NW

5.00(

18

)

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EagleEyeRoofing

1428 Edison St. NW

5.00(

18

)

•Approved Pro

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

582 local quotes requested

We are a roofing company with the knowledge and expertise to handle both residential and commercial roofing projects. We can install a brand new roof on your home. Please call or text our office today @ 330-807-7141 We are here for you Blessings John: 3:16

"Great people to work with"

Tom G on November 2022

We are a roofing company with the knowledge and expertise to handle both residential and commercial roofing projects. We can install a brand new roof on your home. Please call or text our office today @ 330-807-7141 We are here for you Blessings John: 3:16

"Great people to work with"

Tom G on November 2022

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