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Discover the Best Roofing Materials for Homes in St. Louis
Shakes / Wood Shingles

Get the Natural Look with Shakes Roofing from Home Perfect Exteriors

Shakes roofing is a type of wooden roofing material that is made from split logs, typically cedar, and is designed to provide a rustic, natural look for the home.

General Description

Shakes roofing is a type of roofing material made from split wooden logs, usually cedar, that is designed to provide a rustic and natural look for the home. The wood is typically harvested from sustainably-managed forests and is cut and split by hand, giving each shake a unique appearance. Shakes are available in a range of sizes and thicknesses, with varying degrees of texture and color. They are a popular choice for homeowners who want to achieve a natural and organic look for their home's exterior.

Benefits

  • Unique and natural appearance that can enhance the aesthetic appeal of the home's exterior

  • Highly durable and long-lasting, with a lifespan of up to 30 years or more.

  • Resistant to the elements, including wind, rain, and UV rays.

  • Provides excellent insulation properties, which can help to reduce energy costs and keep the home comfortable year-round.

  • Environmentally friendly and sustainable, with many shakes made from harvested and processed wood from managed forests.

  • Relatively easy to repair and maintain, with damaged shakes able to be replaced individually rather than requiring the entire roof to be replaced.

Why Choose this Material

Shake roofing is a unique and natural appearance that can enhance the aesthetic appeal of the home’s exterior. It is highly durable and long lasting with a lifespan of up 30 years providing excellent insulation while reducing energy consumption. It is relatively easy to repair and maintain, with damaged shakes able to be replaced individually rather than requiring the entire roof to be replaced.

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