In nearly every part of the world, cedar decks are very popular. If you look at the deck gallery you'll see how many decks were constructed with cedar.
Why are Cedar Decks popular?
Western red cedar is known for its capability of withstanding the weathering process and its resistance power. Cedar is like a redwood cousin but cheaper. It is scarcer and thus longer lengths per foot are costly than shorter lengths.
It's a softwood that is smooth to work with. It has a lovely natural color that turns into grey after exposure to the sun.
Care
Cedar decks need daily maintenance or may not last as they need to. Even though cedar is naturally resistant to rot, persistent precipitation, thawing, and freezing, wet and dry conditions age the wood.
So every spring and fall, you can clean the deck and protect the surface of the deck. I have written a fairly detailed article on the different aspects of Cedar Staining Auckland, in particular the cleaning of wood decks.
But with a bit of daily care, you'll find that cedar decks will last 15 years or more depending on the weather and the care being taken.
Advantages of Regular Cedar Shingles Maintenance
Shakes and shingles of cedar are costly than the shingle of asphalt, but as cedar will withstand a roof for decades – for a good reason! In comparison to asphalt shingles, cedar is an organic roofing material and requires a special cedar roofing maintenance to ensure long life and continuous durability.
- Boost the life span of your roof
Cedar shakes are operational for 7 to 15 years if no repair or intervention is done. Since they are thinner, the average lifetime of cedar shingles is much shorter. If proper care is taken, the lifespan of cedar shingles can be extended for up to 20 or 30 years, while shakes can last for 30 to 40 years. This level of reliability means you don't have to worry about premature or even regular replacement of the roof. You will have to pay for the roof repairs and the hiring of cleaning and repair staff, but your overall expenses of cedar roof maintenance are much lesser than the expenses of early roof replacement. Apart from reducing future costs, with Cedar Oiling Auckland you are covered for a longer period of time.
- Increase your home resale value
Wooden roofs have an artistic look that attracts many homebuyers. The reputation for durability and warm and bright colors that cedar has will increase your home value. The growth of moss on your cedar roofing will contribute to the appearance of your house, but not in a good way. Moss and mold growth gives the impression that care and maintenance are not done properly.
Prospective home buyers may feel that other areas of your home may be overlooked like the growth of moss on your roof. In addition to moss growth, lack of shingles, and other defects in your roof will definitely reduce the appeal and resale value of your house.
