CertainTeed Presidential Shake

What This Service Involves

Presidential Shake uses thick, randomly shaped tabs and a multi-layer build to capture the warm, textured look of traditional wood shake without the maintenance headaches. For Northwest homeowners who love the cedar aesthetic but not the moss, rot, and upkeep that cedar invites in a wet climate, it is an ideal alternative. The heavy construction gives the roof depth and shadow while standing up to Puget Sound rain and wind. It is a strong fit for Craftsman, cottage, and lodge-style homes across the region.

Benefits

Realistic hand-split cedar shake appearance without the upkeep; thick layered construction for genuine texture and depth; avoids the moss and rot that plague real cedar here; algae-resistant granules for streak protection; warm, natural look suited to PNW architecture

Our Process

1) Tear off old roofing and assess the deck for soundness; 2) Apply ice-and-water shield at eaves and valleys with synthetic underlayment; 3) Install Presidential Shake with staggered, randomized placement to enhance the shake effect; 4) Finish with coordinating ridge caps and reseal all flashing points

What Affects the Cost

Premium pricing of a luxury shake-look shingle; roof size and squares; pitch and story count; complexity from dormers, valleys, and penetrations; deck repairs and old-material disposal

Best Time of Year

The dry summer window is best for installing this luxury shake-look shingle in the Puget Sound area.