Cedar Shake — Estate Home
Hand-selected cedar with copper ridge accents
"The completed cedar shake roof transformed the estate into one of the most visually striking properties in Highlands. The copper accents will develop a natural patina over time, deepening the roof's character. The preservative treatment and spaced sheathing system are designed to extend the cedar's lifespan well beyond typical mountain installations."
The Work at a Glance
| Location | Highlands, NC |
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| County | Macon County |
| Elevation | 4,200 ft |
| Service | Cedar Shake |
| Scope | Premium cedar shake installation |
| Duration | 14 days |
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Inside the Project
Stunning cedar shake roof on a luxury estate in Highlands. Intricate multi-gable design with copper ridge accents. Hand-selected premium cedar with natural preservative treatment for maximum longevity at elevation.
Mountain Conditions & Technical Hurdles
The homeowner wanted authentic cedar shake aesthetics on a complex estate roofline while ensuring longevity at 4,200 feet — where UV intensity, moisture, and temperature extremes accelerate cedar degradation. Standard cedar installations at this elevation often fail within 15 years.
What We Used
#1 Blue Label Cedar Shakes
Hand-selected, straight grain, premium grade
Natural Preservative Treatment
UV and moisture protection applied pre-installation
Copper Ridge Caps
Custom-fabricated for each ridge line
Copper Valley Liners
20-oz copper for permanent valley protection
Execution & Quality Control
Each shake bundle hand-inspected for grain quality and defects
Custom spaced sheathing system for optimal shake ventilation
Weather windows carefully planned across 14-day installation
Copper work fabricated and fitted by specialist crew
Final walkthrough with homeowner documented in 40+ photographs
Project Details
Why Highlander
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