Cedar shakes take a beating in Dallas humidity. The hot summers push moisture up under the wood and mild winters keep it from drying out fast. We see cupping on south-facing slopes every year and it starts at the butt ends first. Homeowners in Lake Highlands and East Dallas call when shakes lift after a string of 95-degree days.
How often do cedar shakes fail around Dallas?
Fastener rust is the top issue on 15-year-old roofs. Cheap crews used plain nails that snap in the heat and let shakes slide down. We pull every row on a repair and switch to stainless ring-shank nails plus a 30-pound felt layer that stands up better than the thin stuff most houses came with.
Dallas permits kick in once you touch more than 100 square feet. We pull those for every job in Uptown and Deep Ellum so the city inspector does not red-tag the work later. Skip the permit and you risk fines when you sell the house.
Call 24/7 for emergency cedar shake fixes. We show up from 5124 Sharp St and work Mon-Sat 7am-7pm plus nights when leaks hit.
Cedar Shake Roofing Services We Offer
✓Cedar Shake Roof Repair in Dallas
Replace split shakes and rotten felt on existing roofs. Most jobs in Oak Lawn finish same day.
✓Hail Damage Cedar Shake Replacement
Swap dented and cracked shakes after storms. We match grain and treat new wood the same day.
✓Emergency Cedar Shake Repair
24/7 response for wind-blown or leaking shakes. Crews carry stock to patch North Dallas homes fast.
✓Cedar Shake Roof Inspection Dallas
Check for rot, lift, and bad flashing before it turns into leaks. Report same day for Bishop Arts homes.
✓Commercial Cedar Shake Restoration
Strip and relay shakes on small retail buildings. Work done after hours so businesses stay open.
Cedar Shake Roofing Cost in Dallas, TX
| Service | Typical Range | What Affects It |
|---|---|---|
| Repair cedar shake leak | $450–$950 | Varies with number of shakes and deck condition. |
| Replace hail damaged cedar shakes | $1200–$2800 | Depends on square footage and access on two-story homes. |
| Fix lifted cedar shakes on slope | $650–$1100 | Higher when we have to work around skylights or vents. |
| Full cedar shake section replacement | $1800–$3500 | Covers new felt and stainless nails on 10 to 15 squares. |
| Free estimate for cedar shake roofing | Free | We come out same day in Downtown Dallas and nearby areas. |
Ranges are typical for Dallas, TX and confirmed with an exact written quote before any work starts.
How it works
- 1
Inspect and mark damage
Walk the roof and note every bad shake plus deck spots. Takes 1 hour on most Dallas homes.
- 2
Remove bad shakes and felt
Pull damaged wood and old underlayment without tearing good rows. Usually 2 to 3 hours.
- 3
Install new shakes and flashing
Lay stainless nails, 30-pound felt, and step flashing at walls. 4 to 6 hours for a 10-square section.
- 4
Seal and clean up
Apply treatment oil and haul all debris. Final walk takes 30 minutes.
Pricing
Most cedar shake repairs in Dallas land between $450 and $2500 once we see the roof.