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Tony Aon BBB
· 29 days ago
I needed a roof repair very quickly because rain was coming in. I reached out and they replied almost immediately. He came out, conducted an inspection that afternoon and by the end of the week it was handled.
Cedar Shake Roof Replacement in Tacoma, WA
DHT Construction & Roofing is a family-owned, licensed roofing contractor (WA #DHTCOCR781PL) providing cedar shake roof replacement in Tacoma, WA since 2013, rated 5.0 on Google. Get a free instant quote online or call (253) 363-1948.
Cedar shake roof replacement in Tacoma is one of the most common projects we do, because so many South Sound homes were built with shake roofs that are now 30 or more years old. In our damp climate, shakes split, cup, grow thick moss and eventually rot through. DHT Construction & Roofing tears off the old shakes, installs solid decking over the spaced boards underneath, and puts on a modern roof that handles Pacific Northwest rain for decades — usually architectural asphalt shingles or standing-seam metal.
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Cedar shake roof replacement in Tacoma is one of the most common projects we do, because so many South Sound homes were built with shake roofs that are now 30 or more years old. In our damp climate, shakes split, cup, grow thick moss and eventually rot through. DHT Construction & Roofing tears off the old shakes, installs solid decking over the spaced boards underneath, and puts on a modern roof that handles Pacific Northwest rain for decades — usually architectural asphalt shingles or standing-seam metal.
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Replacing a moss-covered cedar shake roof in Tacoma
Before and after: a real Tacoma cedar shake replacement
The photos on this page are from real DHT projects. The before shots show what decades of Pacific Northwest weather do to cedar — moss, split shakes and lifted edges. The after shots show the same homes with new sheathing and architectural shingles, clean ridge lines and properly flashed vents.
What does cedar shake roof replacement cost?
A shake tear-off is priced like a standard reroof (about $7.00–$10.50 per square foot of roof for architectural shingles) plus the cost of new sheathing over the spaced boards. Our instant quote measures your roof by satellite so you can see a starting range in about a minute, and a free inspection confirms the final number.
What's included in our cedar shake roof replacement
- Full tear-off of cedar shakes and old felt interlayment
- New plywood or OSB sheathing over the original spaced boards
- Synthetic underlayment and ice & water shield in valleys and eaves
- New flashing at chimneys, walls and skylights
- Balanced ridge and intake ventilation
- Architectural shingles or standing-seam metal installed to spec
- Complete debris haul-away and magnetic nail sweep
Signs you need cedar shake roof replacement
- Thick moss or plants growing on the shakes
- Split, cupped, missing or curling shakes
- Soft spots or visible rot along eaves
- Leaks in heavy rain or water stains in the attic
- Insurance company asking you to replace an old shake roof
Materials
Most Tacoma homeowners replacing cedar choose architectural asphalt shingles in a brown or weathered-wood color that keeps the warm look of shake at a lower cost and with far less maintenance. Standing-seam metal is the long-term option. Because shake roofs sit on spaced boards, adding solid sheathing is part of the job and is included in our written price.
Built for Pacific NW weather
Cedar shakes hold moisture, and Tacoma's long wet season keeps them damp for months. That feeds moss and fungus, which break down the wood and lift the shakes so wind-driven rain gets underneath. A modern shingle or metal roof with proper underlayment and ventilation sheds water instead of soaking it up.
Typical timeline
Most cedar shake replacements take 2–4 days because of the extra tear-off and new sheathing. We schedule around the forecast and dry-in each section the same day.
Recent cedar shake roof replacement projects
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Tony A29 days ago
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I needed a roof repair very quickly because rain was coming in. I reached out and they replied almost immediately. He came out, conducted an inspection that afternoon and by the end of the week it was handled.
What our customers say
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Scott Reitzon Google
· a month ago
Excellent work. Worked non stop each day to complete the job in a few days. Did a lot of repairs along the way to make sure it was going to last. Highly Recommend.
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Grant Gon BBB
· Mar 14, 2026
The house I rent needed a new roof. The owners live out of state, so I volunteered to find a good contractor. By word of mouth, I found DHT and we could not be happier with the result.
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Matt Janzowon Google
· a month ago
Fast, clean and professional from the first call to the final walkthrough. The crew treated our property like it was their own.
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Deborah Lon BBB
· Feb 2, 2026
Professional, on time, and the pricing was exactly what they quoted. They cleaned up so well you'd never know a crew had been here. A+ all the way.
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Sarah M.on Google
· 2 months ago
Curtis and his team replaced our whole roof in 3 days. Clean job site, fair price, and the new shingles look incredible.
Cedar Shake Roof Replacement FAQ
Can you put new shingles over cedar shakes?
No. Shakes are uneven and sit on spaced boards, so we tear them off and install solid sheathing before the new roof.
Should I replace cedar shake with cedar again?
Most Tacoma homeowners choose architectural shingles or metal instead because they last longer in our wet climate with much less maintenance.
How long does a cedar shake replacement take?
Usually 2–4 days, including tear-off and new sheathing.
Does replacing a shake roof help with insurance?
Often, yes. Some insurers raise rates or decline old wood roofs; a new shingle or metal roof can help. Check with your insurer.
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