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Roof Replacement Photo Album: Darien, CT Shed Gets a Stunning Cedar Shake Roof Replacement

Darien homeowner John reached out to Brown Roofing when he realized his 15-year-old cedar shake shed roof had reached the end of its lifespan. Heavy moss buildup had taken its toll, and it was time for an upgrade. Inspector Brand visited John’s property to perform a full inspection and walk him through our premium process, highlighting the high-quality materials and expert craftsmanship we bring to every job. Confident in our reputation and impressed with the consultation, John chose to move forward with us. Project Manager Carlos and his skilled crew got to work, carefully removing the old, moss-covered cedar shakes, inspecting the decking, and making any necessary repairs. They then installed ice-and-water shield, followed by a ventilated underlayment to maximize airflow, and topped it all off with stunning Certigrade Western Red Cedar shingles. Now John's shed doesn’t just function better—it looks fantastic, too! Brown Won't Let You Down!

The Roof Before

Here's a look at the shed roof on John's property before the renovation. As you can see, moss had started to take over the standard-quality cedar shake shingles, thanks in large part to the constant shade from the beautiful surrounding trees, which trap moisture and speeds up deterioration. Click through to see the stunning transformation!

The Teardown Begins

The crew starts things off by carefully removing all of the old shake shingles. Before they begin, tarps are laid out around the roof to catch falling debris, makign for a more efficient cleanup and also ensuring protection of the homeowner's property and yard.

Ice-and-Water Shield Is Installed

Once all of the old shingles have been removed, the crew examines the decking-the structural foundation of the roof-for any internal damage. Once they deem it in good condition, they start installing the ice-and-water shield from the eaves up three feet. This waterproof membrane adheres directly to the decking to shield it from harsh elements that could cause moisture damage like rain, snow, and ice.

Ventilated Underlayment Is Installed

Next, Benjamin Obdyke Cedar Breather Ventilated Underlayment is installed up six feet. This allows for airflow between the shingles and the decking, preventing moisture buildup and promoting ventilation, prolonging the life of the roof.

New Shake Shingles Are Installed

Now it's time to install the cedar shake shingles! John chose stunning Certi-Grade Western Red Cedar, which will give his roof a rich, natural look and long-lasting beauty.

The Roof After

After a few final touches,including a ridge vent to help prevent internal moisture buildup and future moss growth, and a full yard cleanup, John's stunning new shed roof is officially complete!