Unique Content Article: Typical Procedure Used For Cedar Shake Restoration

Typical Procedure Used For Cedar Shake Restoration


by Carl Mitchell


Roofs that are made using wood are the most beautiful and natural roofs that you will ever see. They make the home to have a rustic feel. Also, most homebuyers prefer wood roofs. This is because they are beautiful and long-lasting. In case the roof, as well as the siding of your home, is damaged, it is imperative to look for a professional to fix the issue as soon as possible. This is because the wood may continue to get worse if it is not attended to. You should, therefore, locate a professional that will do the Cedar Shake Restoration for you. These professionals usually use the procedure below to repair the house.

When you call a roofer to fix your roof, the professional will visit your home and check out the roof. He will evaluate the entire roof to determine the extent of the damage. This will help them to know whether they will replace the whole roof or a small part. After the assessment, the experts will give you an estimated cost of the work.

If you agree to work with the experts, they will start their job on the agreed date. If they noticed that the roof and walls have damaged parts, they will start by removing them. If they will be required to replace the entire roof, they will remove the whole of it. The tools used include nail bars and prong tools. The experts remove the damaged parts carefully to avoid damaging the other areas.

After ripping off the damaged sections, the roofers use the recommended cleaning solution. They will apply this solution to the roof so that it becomes easy to remove dirt, rot and moss or algae. This solution is essential because it makes all the dirt and moss to soak and become very easy to remove.

The roof and the sliding are then carefully washed using a power washer. This washer removes the dead moss and algae as well as the dirt from the cedar. The roof and the siding are then treated using a neutralizing agent to make the wood brighten. This will prepare it for the stain or sealer.

The experts will then start replacing the parts that were removed. They will use new shingles or wood for the replacement. Since they started by removing the parts that were damaged, the replacement becomes easier. Loose shingles are taped as well. The experts then apply a primer that will inhibit rust from the wood. All the valleys are treated except for copper valleys.

An electronic meter that tests the moisture content of wood is used to test whether the wood is dry. The wood must be dry before the stain is applied. Usually, the recommended moisture content should be about 16 percent or less. This percentage allows the sealer to excellently bond with the wood.

After that, the roof and siding are sealed with a preservative. This preservative will protect the wood against the sun UV rays. It will also protect the wood from moss and algae. You can decide to select colors like organic brown, clear, natural cedar, or medium grey. The results of the restoration will be appealing.




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