Cedar Shake Roofing in Lacombe, Louisiana
Cedar Shake Roofing With Warm Natural Character
Few roofs offer the warm, natural character of cedar, and few reward skilled craftsmanship more. Our team at Bruce Harris Roofing & Repairs installs cedar shake roofing for homeowners across Lacombe, Louisiana, delivering rich, rustic cedar roofs that bring beauty and durability to your home. We also serve Abita Springs and Covington, helping families choose cedar shake and cedar shingle roofing suited to their style and climate. Whether you want rugged hand split shakes or refined cedar shingles, we install a cedar roof built to age beautifully.
Across 55 years of roofing, we have learned what cedar needs to thrive in our humid climate and how to give it that. We select quality wood, we install it with proper ventilation and real care, and our estimates are free. As a Better Business Bureau member, we keep the work clean and precise. Reach out through our contact page today.
Our Cedar Shake Roofing Services
Cedar Shake Installation
Hand split cedar shakes bring bold texture and rustic character to a roof. We install quality shakes with proper spacing and ventilation, building a natural roof that breathes, sheds water, and develops a beautiful weathered patina while protecting your home to come.
Cedar Shingle Roofing
Cedar shingles offer a cleaner, more refined look than rugged shakes. We install machine cut cedar shingles with tight, uniform lines, giving your home a polished natural roof that combines curb appeal with the durability and insulating qualities cedar has long been known for.
Cedar Roof Replacement
When an aging roof fails, cedar offers a warm, natural upgrade. We remove the worn roof, prepare the deck and ventilation, and install fresh cedar, giving your home a natural roof that ages gracefully and protects it beautifully for decades with the right care.
Cedar Roof Repair
Split, cupped, or missing shakes leave a cedar roof exposed and vulnerable. We replace damaged shakes, renew the flashing, and address the moisture issues behind the wear, restoring both the protection and natural appearance so a few bad shakes never compromise the roof.
Treatment and Sealing
Real cedar lasts far longer when it is treated and maintained. We apply quality treatments that guard against moisture, rot, and insects while helping preserve the wood, so your cedar roof resists the humidity of our climate and keeps performing beautifully for many years.
Underlayment and Ventilation
Cedar must breathe, so what lies beneath the shakes matters greatly. We install underlayment and ventilation that let air move and moisture escape, preventing the trapped dampness that rots wood roofs early, so your cedar stays sound, dry, and beautiful for its full lifespan.
The Craft Behind Our Cedar Roofs
Careful Selection
The quality of a cedar roof begins with the wood we choose. We select durable, graded cedar suited to your roof and our climate, so your roof starts with sound material that resists rot and weathering and ages into a beautiful, lasting natural surface.
Skilled Installation
Cedar rewards experience and punishes shortcuts more than most roofing materials. You work with a team that spaces, laps, and fastens each shake correctly, so the finished roof sheds water flawlessly, breathes as it should, and holds firm through heat, wind, and heavy rain.
Proper Ventilation
A cedar roof that cannot breathe traps moisture and fails far too soon. We build in ventilation and underlayment that let air flow and dampness escape, protecting the wood from the trapped humidity that quietly rots poorly installed cedar roofs long before their time.
Protective Treatment
Cedar performs best in our humid climate when it is protected. We apply quality treatments that guard against moisture, rot, and insects, extending the life of the wood, so your cedar roof keeps its strength and natural beauty through many seasons of Gulf weather.
Honest Guidance
Cedar is a distinctive choice, and you deserve clear, truthful advice. We explain the honest tradeoffs of shakes and shingles and the upkeep cedar needs, recommending only what suits your home and expectations, so you invest with real confidence rather than any later regret.
Natural Beauty
Nothing quite matches the warmth and character of a real cedar roof. We install with the craftsmanship that lets cedar age gracefully, so your home enjoys a rich, natural roof that grows more beautiful with time while dependably protecting everything beneath it for years.
Bring Rustic Texture To Every Roofline Above
A cedar roof brings a warmth and character no manufactured material can quite match, and skilled installation is what makes it last. For homeowners around Lacombe, Louisiana, Bruce Harris Roofing & Repairs installs cedar shake and shingle roofing that ages beautifully while standing up to our humid Gulf climate.
Drawing on generations of local roofing, we choose quality wood, build in the ventilation cedar truly needs, and install with the craftsmanship a natural roof deserves. Whether you want rugged hand split shakes or refined cedar shingles, reach out through our contact page and we will make the result something genuinely special.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a cedar shake roof last?
With proper installation, ventilation, and upkeep, a cedar shake roof commonly lasts 30 years or more. The keys are quality wood, correct installation that lets the roof breathe, and periodic treatment. Well cared for cedar rewards that attention with decades of natural, dependable protection.
Do cedar roofs require a lot of maintenance?
Cedar needs more attention than some materials, but the payoff is real character. Periodic cleaning, treatment, and prompt repair of damaged shakes keep it sound and beautiful. With that regular care, a cedar roof resists rot and weathering and protects your home.
Are cedar shakes fire resistant?
Natural cedar is combustible, but shakes can be treated with fire retardant, and some areas require it. We help you choose fire treated cedar where appropriate, so you enjoy the natural beauty of a wood roof with greater peace of mind about fire.
What is the difference between shakes and shingles?
Shakes are thicker and hand split for a, textured look, while shingles are machine cut for a smoother, more uniform appearance. Both are cedar with durability. The choice comes down to the look you want, and we help you decide what suits your home.
Can cedar roofs handle humidity?
Yes, when installed correctly. Proper ventilation, underlayment, and treatment let cedar shed moisture and dry between rains, which is essential in our humid climate. Bruce Harris Roofing & Repairs installs cedar across Lacombe, Louisiana with the airflow and protection it needs to resist rot.
Should cedar roofs be treated or sealed?
Yes. Periodic treatment guards cedar against moisture, rot, insects, and ultraviolet wear, meaningfully extending its life in our climate. We recommend a treatment schedule suited to your roof and apply quality products, so your cedar keeps its strength and natural beauty for many years.
Can a cedar roof be repaired?
Absolutely. Damaged, split, or missing shakes can be replaced individually without redoing the whole roof. We match new cedar to the existing roof, renew the flashing, and address any moisture issues beneath, restoring both protection and appearance so small problems never become large ones.
Do you install cedar shake roofing in this area?
Yes. Bruce Harris Roofing & Repairs installs cedar shake and cedar shingle roofing throughout Lacombe, Louisiana and the surrounding Northshore communities. Family owned and locally rooted, we select quality wood and install with proper ventilation and care, giving your home a beautiful, cedar roof.
What our customers have to say...
Testimonials
Bruce Harris had been our roofer for over 35 years. They always do a great job.
Michelle G.
Bruce Harris Roofing responded quickly to my need for a new roof. The workers were conscientious and did an exceptional job!
Nicole K.
I highly recommend this professional business they did an excellent job on my grandmother‘s roof was very respectful and took their time out and talked with us through everything
Lucke S.
Very professional and quick to respond on the same day. My porch roof is a metal alternative, TPO. By evaluation today, the roof is well sealed and I don't need a repair. The minor debris from interior seams is typical settling. - - Thank you to Bruce Harris Roofing because I couldn't get my original contractor to come inspect since H.Ida 1.5 years ago. Very honest approach & estimate process was free.
Carol K.