--- title: Pros and Cons of a Cedar Shake Roof description: Are you interested in a cedar shake roof? If so, you need to know the pros and cons of a cedar shake roof to learn if it's the right type of roofing material. In this video, I break down the pros and cons of a cedar shake roof so you can determine if it's the right type of roof for your replacement. image: https://www.billraganroofing.com/hubfs/Featured%20Images%20for%20Content%20%282%29.png --- [Skip to main content](https://www.billraganroofing.com/blog/pros-cons-cedar-shake-roof#maincontent) - Follow Us - [ Facebook ](https://www.facebook.com/billraganroofingnashville/) - [ LinkedIn ](https://www.linkedin.com/company/bill-ragan-roofing-company) [«  View All Posts](https://www.billraganroofing.com/blog) [Cedar Shake Roof](https://www.billraganroofing.com/blog/topic/cedar-shake-roof) | [Video](https://www.billraganroofing.com/blog/topic/video) # Pros and Cons of a Cedar Shake Roof October 20th, 2022 | 1 min. read - Share This Article - [**](https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https://www.billraganroofing.com/blog/pros-cons-cedar-shake-roof) - [**](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?text=Pros+and+Cons+of+a+Cedar+Shake+Roof&url=https://www.billraganroofing.com/blog/pros-cons-cedar-shake-roof&via=) - [**](https://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?url=https://www.billraganroofing.com/blog/pros-cons-cedar-shake-roof&title=Pros+and+Cons+of+a+Cedar+Shake+Roof&summary=Are+you+interested+in+a+cedar+shake+roof%3F+If+so%2C+you+need+to+know+the+pros+and+cons+of+a+cedar+shake+roof+to+learn+if+it%27s+the+right+type+of+roofing+material.+In+this+video%2C+I+break+down+the+pros+and+cons+of+a+cedar+shake+roof+so+you+can+determine+if+it%27s+the+right+type+of+roof+for+your+replacement.) - [**](mailto:?body=https://www.billraganroofing.com/blog/pros-cons-cedar-shake-roof) ![Pros and Cons of a Cedar Shake Roof](https://www.billraganroofing.com/hubfs/Featured%20Images%20for%20Content%20%282%29.png) ![Bill Ragan](https://www.billraganroofing.com/hubfs/Bill%20on%20hiking%20trail.png "Bill Ragan") [Bill Ragan](https://www.billraganroofing.com/blog/author/bill-ragan) ** Print/Save as PDF ## The pros and cons of a cedar shake roof A cedar shake roof is a premium roofing material that has one of the highest curb appeals on any roof type. But the truth is, it's not for everyone.  That's why you have learn as much as possible before you can truly consider a cedar shake roof. The best way to do this is by understanding the pros and cons that come with it.  For over 30 years, the team at Bill Ragan Roofing has helped homeowners find the perfect roofing material for their specific situation. Because of this, I'll help you determine if a cedar shake roof is the roofing material for you.  In this video, I break down the pros and cons of a cedar shake roof so you can decide if it's the right type of roofing material for you. After watching, don't forget to check out [How to Hire a Good Roofing Contractor](https://www.billraganroofing.com/blog/how-hire-good-roofing-contractor) to find a great roofer in your area for your upcoming roof replacement.  [![roofing material quiz](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/3406853/e54bfda3-5bea-47e4-bcff-a2554af25f22.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/3406853/e54bfda3-5bea-47e4-bcff-a2554af25f22) #### Table Of Contents ## Related Articles [### Cedar Shake vs. Synthetic Cedar Shake: Which is Right for You? July 3rd, 2026|9 min read ](https://www.billraganroofing.com/blog/natural-cedar-shake-vs-synthetic-cedar-shake) [### Standing Seam Metal Roof vs. Cedar Shake Roof: Which is Right for You? April 15th, 2026|9 min read ](https://www.billraganroofing.com/blog/standing-seam-metal-roof-vs-cedar-shake-roof) [### Asphalt Shingles vs. Cedar Shake: Which Is Better for Your Home? 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