IKO Armourshake

What This Service Involves

Armourshake uses an oversized, heavily layered profile to imitate the rugged look of hand-split cedar shake. For Northwest homeowners drawn to the cedar aesthetic but wary of the moss and rot that real wood invites in this climate, it offers the look without the maintenance. The thick construction delivers pronounced shadow lines and stands up well to Puget Sound rain and wind. Armourshake fits lodge, cottage, and Craftsman homes wanting a warm, textured roofline.

Benefits

Realistic wood-shake texture without the upkeep; oversized layered profile for deep shadow; avoids moss and rot of real cedar; algae-resistant granules; warm look suited to PNW styles

Our Process

1) Tear off old roofing and assess the deck; 2) Install ice-and-water membrane and premium synthetic underlayment; 3) Lay Armourshake with staggered placement to enhance the shake effect; 4) Cap with matching accessories and detail all flashings

What Affects the Cost

Luxury material pricing; roof size and squares; pitch, height, and complexity; extra labor for the large-format shingle; deck work and disposal

Best Time of Year

Reserve Armourshake for the dependable dry summer months in western Washington.