help with roof decision

4 years ago

I need help.

I have been agonizing for months whether or not I should put on a Cedar roof or an Timberline HDZ agricultural asphalt roof. I love the look of cedar. This is a 1910 cottage (3000 square-foot with addition in back ) I’m doing a full remodel on but the difference between the two roofs is $75,000 . What do you all think ? I really would like to go with the cedar however I feel that I need to be saving money somewhere especially since I’m already over budget. I could afford it but would love to use these funds for finishing the landscaping for example. All thoughts and comments greatly appreciated.

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tozmo1
4 years ago
Yikes! 75k difference is hard to swallow. Have you considered a metal roof?

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Or a shingle that looks more like slate

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IMO since you have shakes on the the house, cedar shakes may be too much
Sigrid
4 years ago
There are a great variety of imitations of popular roofs. They range from cedar-colored asphalt shingles to various composite shingles. I'd explore the options.

That said, I doubt you'll add $75K in value to your house if you spend it on cedar shingles for your roof.
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almag
Original Author
4 years ago
Thank you for your comments . I have decided on architectural asphalt shingles. Beautiful and much more cost effective . Really appreciate your comments