Vancouver, BC · Classic west-coast roof
Cedar Shingle & Shake Roofing in Vancouver
Local cedar roofing for Vancouver homes and businesses, built for the way the rain hits this part of the Lower Mainland.
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Cedar Roofing · Vancouver
Vancouver's cedar roofing specialists
Vancouver's heritage homes and flat-roofed character houses take a beating from the rain, we know the city's permit process and its steep, tightly-packed lots.
A cedar shingle or shake roof is the signature West Coast look, and BC's own western red cedar is among the best in the world for it. The catch is our rain: cedar only delivers its 30-plus-year lifespan when it's installed with proper spacing, breathable underlay, and stainless fasteners, then kept clear of moss. We install and restore cedar roofs that are built to breathe.
Our cedar roofing in Vancouver covers
Premium #1 grade cedar
Tight-grain western red cedar shingles and hand-split shakes graded for roofing, naturally rot- and insect-resistant.
Breathable install
Spaced sheathing or a ventilated underlay so the cedar dries between rains instead of holding moisture and rotting from beneath.
Stainless steel fasteners
We never use galvanized nails on cedar, they corrode and streak. Stainless lasts as long as the wood does.
Moss & maintenance plans
Optional treatment to keep moss and algae off so the roof reaches its full lifespan.
How a Vancouver cedar roofing job runs
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Assessment & grade selection
We confirm the right cedar grade and whether shingles or shakes suit your home, then quote it in writing.
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Tear-off & breathable base
Old roof off, decking checked, and a ventilated base installed so the cedar can dry.
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Hand-laid cedar
Correct exposure, keyways, and stainless fastening, cedar is a craft, not a nail-gun rush job.
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Finish & care plan
Ridge detailing, cleanup, and a maintenance plan to protect your investment.
Cedar Roofing in other Lower Mainland cities
Cedar Roofing in Vancouver
Do you provide cedar roofing in Vancouver?
Yes, Vancouver is one of Prime Roofing's core service areas. Vancouver's heritage homes and flat-roofed character houses take a beating from the rain, we know the city's permit process and its steep, tightly-packed lots. Call 604-359-2929 for a free cedar roofing estimate in Vancouver.
Is a cedar roof worth it in our rainy climate?
Yes, when it's installed to breathe. Cedar handles moisture well if air can reach both sides and it's kept free of moss. The failures you see around the Lower Mainland are almost always poor ventilation or galvanized nails, not the cedar itself.
How long does a cedar roof last?
A properly installed and maintained western red cedar roof lasts 30+ years in Metro Vancouver. Skipping moss control or burying it under poor ventilation can cut that in half.
Shingles or shakes, what's the difference?
Shingles are sawn smooth and sit flatter for a refined look; shakes are split for a thicker, more rugged, textured profile. We'll show you both and recommend based on your home's style and budget.
Need cedar roofing in Vancouver?
Free, no-pressure estimates across Surrey, Vancouver, Burnaby & New Westminster, most booked within 24 hours.