Specialty alternative — available on request. We install cedar, metal, and slate for the right project, but they are not part of our routine architectural lineup.
Cedar Shake
Cedar shake offers natural beauty and moderate 20–30 year lifespan with regular maintenance — a natural fit for lake-country properties where the aesthetic matches the setting.
Minnesota performance
How Cedar Shake performs in Minnesota
Cedar shake performs reasonably in north-central Minnesota's dry summer climate but requires more attention than other materials in our freeze-thaw conditions. Moss and lichen growth on north-facing slopes can accelerate deterioration if not treated. Ice dams are a meaningful concern — cedar does not shed snow as efficiently as metal, and water infiltration under ice dams can cause rot in the shake ends. Proper ventilation is critical to extending cedar shake lifespan in MN.
At a glance
- Price range
- $8.00–$14.00 / sq ft
- Lifespan
- 20–30 years
- Warranty
- 20 years
- Wind rating
- 110 mph
- Impact rating
- Class 3
- Fire rating
- Class C
Why it works
Cedar Shake advantages
Minnesota climate tested
Cedar shake performs reasonably in north-central Minnesota's dry summer climate but requires more attention than other materials in our freeze-thaw conditions.
110 mph wind rating
Engineered to hold through the severe wind events that cross central Minnesota each spring and fall.
Class 3 impact resistance
Hail season in Minnesota runs May through September. Class 3 impact resistance is the highest class available.
Class C fire rating
Top-tier fire resistance provides maximum protection and may reduce your homeowner's insurance premium.
Specifications
Full specification sheet
| Material type | wood |
| Price per sq ft (installed) | $8.00–$14.00 |
| Expected lifespan | 20–30 years |
| Manufacturer warranty | 20 years |
| Wind uplift resistance | 110 mph |
| Impact resistance (UL 2218) | Class 3 |
| Fire resistance (ASTM E108) | Class C |
Common questions
Cedar Shake FAQ
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