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Wood Shake Roofing in San Jose CA

Looking to give your home a timeless, natural look? At Clean Roofing, we specialize in wood shake roof repair and installation for homes throughout San Jose, California. Whether you’re restoring a Craftsman home in Willow Glen or enhancing the curb appeal of a property in Almaden Valley, we bring craftsmanship and experience to every project.

What Is a Wood Shake Roof

A wood shake roof is built from cedar shakes that are split by hand to create a thicker, more textured look than traditional shingles. These shakes offer strong insulation and a natural appearance that fits well with craftsman homes, ranch style homes, hillside properties, and custom homes throughout San Jose.
A wooden shake roof adds charm, character, and a timeless look to your property.
Popular choices include:

Medium cedar shakes

Heavy cedar shakes

Fire treated cedar shakes

Taper split wood shakes

Wood Shake Roof Maintenance

Cedar shake roofs last longer when maintained properly. Most wood shake roofs in San Jose last 25 to 40 years with regular care.

Maintenance includes:

  • Annual inspections
  • Clearing debris, moss, and algae
  • Treatments for moisture and fire protection
  • Replacing cracked or curled shakes
  • gutters

Routine maintenance protects the roof from premature aging and improves long-term performance.

Benefits of Wood Shake Roofing for San Jose Homes

Attractive and Natural Appearance

Attractive and Natural Appearance

The grain and texture of cedar shakes create a premium look that boosts curb appeal.

Built In Insulation

Built In Insulation

Cedar provides natural insulation, helping regulate indoor temperatures through warm summers and cool winter months.

Durability in Local Climate

Wood shake roofs perform well in San Jose weather when installed correctly and maintained on schedule.

Lightweight Roofing Option

Lightweight Roofing Option

Cedar shakes are lighter than many high end roofing materials, which helps reduce structural stress.

Environmentally Friendly Choice

Cedar is a renewable and biodegradable material.

Wood Shake Roof Repair & Replacement in San Jose

If your wood shake roof is leaking, weather-worn, or ready for a full upgrade, Clean Roofing is here to help. We provide expert wood shake roof repair, new installations, and complete replacements for homes across San Jose. Contact us today to book an inspection or request a free estimate.
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Wood Shake Roof Installation in San Jose CA

Proper installation is essential for a long lasting wood shake roof. Clean Roofing follows best practices that protect your home and help each shake perform at its highest level.
This installation method helps the roof stay stable through San Jose’s dry summers, cool nights, and winter moisture.

Our installation process includes:

Deck evaluation and preparation

Fire rated and pressure treated options

Premium flashing and ridge caps

Full job site cleanup and inspection

Ventilated underlayment for airflow and moisture control

Correct spacing between shakes for natural expansion

Wood Shake Roof Cost in San Jose CA

Wood shake roof cost depends on the thickness of the shakes, treatment type, roof size, and overall installation requirements.

Typical cost ranges

  • Materials: $450 to $650 per square
  • Installation: $800 to $1,200 per square
  • Full roof replacement: $22,000 to $38,000 for most homes

Homes that require fire resistant shakes or heavy cedar may fall on the higher end. These options provide better durability in many Bay Area communities.

Is a Wood Shake Roof a Good Choice for Your San Jose Home

A wood shake roof is a great fit if you value natural beauty, strong insulation, and a roof that enhances the character of your property. Clean Roofing can evaluate your home, review shake options, and recommend the best fire resistant and long lasting solution.

Wood Shake Roof vs Shingles

Wood shake roofing is ideal if you want a high quality, natural appearance with long-term value. Shingles are better if you prefer a cost effective and low maintenance option.

Wood Shake Roofing

  • Premium natural look
  • Strong insulation
  • Higher upfront cost
  • Longer lifespan with maintenance

Asphalt Shingles

  • More affordable
  • Lower maintenance
  • Less insulation value
  • Shorter lifespan

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY ABOUT CLEAN ROOFING

Our clients appreciate our skilled technicians, clear communication, and attention to detail, values that make us one of the top-rated roofing companies in San Jose. Whether it’s a small leak repair or a large-scale solar roofing project, we approach every job with the same professionalism and care.

J Ku profile pictureJ Ku
15:55 07 Oct 25
Roof was done reasonably efficiently given inspection delays from the city. PJ was very knowledgeable and helpful with the scoping. Rodrigo was a good project manager that communicated frequently. Silvano, Luis, and Jose did good work, and left the area clean.
ulysse manceron profile pictureulysse manceron
23:04 25 Sep 25
The team did a great job installing a metal roof, and they spend some time to clean things up at the end of each days.
Benjamin Hashiba profile pictureBenjamin Hashiba
18:47 28 Aug 25
Clean Roofing, led by Jose and his crew, and project lead Miguel, did an excellent job installing a new roof, gutters and gutter covers, and roof jack. The work was professional, on time, and I would highly recommend Clean Roofing for any roofing project. They kept me fully informed, were tidy and cleaned up, and the entire roof appearance is beautiful. Thank you very much Clean Roofing.
JCAY Ventures profile pictureJCAY Ventures
16:26 15 Aug 25
I was researching solar and reroofing options and even though I did not choose to work with this company in the end, I felt I had to give them good reviews for their help along the process. I had to get many quotes to understand the market and my options so I had to turn down all but 1 company in the end. But I do appreciate the information provided by Art Balaoro. Email communication is quick, clear, and informative. Answered my questions on roofing to work with a solar system for me and was very professional and patient. I think they would've been a solid choice too. I decided to work with a local family-owned roofer whose owner is the roofer and came in person.
Jack Menzel profile pictureJack Menzel
22:32 22 Jul 25
We had clean roofing put a Tesla roof on our new house. If you want to get a Tesla roof these are one of the few guys in town that can make it happen for you. When it comes to the service they are good communicators and are very helpful and responsive.
Darren Son profile pictureDarren Son
21:22 21 Jul 25
We had Clean Roofing on as the company to do a major roof project for an expected future solar installation. Miguel Huerta and his crew did an excellent job on the project. We needed the whole roof replaced with new plywood, shingles and gutters and their team worked fast. It took a week for everything to be complete and they didn't leave a mess at all. Any complications that came up, they communicated it with us and resolved it in a timely manner. The quality of the roof overall is great and looks beautiful.
Timothy Hui profile pictureTimothy Hui
18:50 21 Jul 25
I chose Clean Roofing for a full roof replacement going from wooden shaker panels to composite asphalt. Clean Roofing also has a sister company called Clean Solar, and my initial contact was with Art (sales) who mostly answered my solar questions but was more than well versed in answering general questions on roofing as well. He was professional and didn't try to cross sell services, nor was he pushy when I was hesitating on such a costly expense. Ultimately, choose Clean Roofing over other companies because of the professionalism working with Art, the follow-ups, and the detailed quote provided. Their quote came in right in the middle of all the bids, and they have their master installer warranties to put the cherry on top.

Service:
I landed Rodrigo as the foreman and Miguel as my project manager. Both were communicative, and informed me of any issues as the project went along. I always have a healthy bit of skepticism when contractors leave the door open for "unforeseeable issues", but I felt they were very honest in terms of what absolutely needed to be repaired vs what could've waited. My project was close to 40k, but we only saw about a 1k over-run due to dry-rot. They took plenty of pictures of the problem areas, and gave me the option if I wanted to replace.

Miguel followed up daily to ensure I didn't have any questions, and Rodrigo led his crew with a professionalism that inspired confidence in his craftsmanship. He was also very joyful, and that's awesome to see someone that loves their job so much.

Cleanliness:
Re-roofing is a loud and messy job, but everyday I came home to a clean worksite. The floors were all blown clean, and they neatly made a pile of their tools in a corner of the driveway for use the next day. I have an exposed garage, and the team offered to tarp my belongings before the project started, and tried their best to clean the garage of all the debris that fell by the end of the project.

There was a bit of an obstruction that found it's way into my bathroom exhaust vent, but Rodrigo took care of it right away when he was back on site the next day by blowing it out.

Quality:
From what I could tell, the roof looks clean. It passed inspection on first try, and all flashings look properly cut. I guess I'll only truly know when it's rainy season again, but we love how clean the roof looks for now!

Would highly recommend Clean Roofing, their service was top notch and I feel confident in their work.
Rakshith k profile pictureRakshith k
20:15 08 Jul 25
[UPDATED REVIEW]
Following the initial unfortunate incident, the company's president Micah personally reached out and assured that he would oversee the roof replacement process. Although their bid was not the most economical, I chose this company over several others due to positive reviews highlighting exceptional service.

The day of the teardown proceeded seamlessly. The team arrived promptly in the morning and removed the old roof within approximately three hours. Later that afternoon, new materials were transported onto the roof in preparation for an early start the next day. Anticipating potential rain, the crew covered the roof with felt paper to prevent any water leakage into the home.The re-roofing was efficiently completed within two days, and the team executed an outstanding job.

They undoubtedly went above and beyond, even touching up paint on trim and fascia boards, as well as patching small areas of stucco to ensure the roof's optimal appearance. Throughout the process, I experienced excellent communication, decision-making autonomy, outstanding customer service, and superior workmanship quality.

I would highly recommend Clean Roofing!

[PREVIOUS REVIEW]
I wanted to replace my roof and asked for a quote, The estimator visited the property and did an review and told me that i had 2 layers of roof and he would send an updated quote in next couple of hours. I was in a hurry to get the process started so i followed up the next day when the quote was not sent. They replied back with the updated quote.

I noticed that quote still mentioned 1 layer of roof removal. I asked for the correction on thursday and followed up again on monday when i didn't get a response on Friday.

i got a response but the price changed again, i was under the impression the initial updated quote was including the price of two roof layers. I expressed my displeasure at the of me having to follow up a lot and how this process has not been good so far.

But that's when i call back and had person yell at me, accusing me that i called off work hours and was expecting a response over the weekend. I never called that company or any person in that company but only have incoming calls. But the experience of person from a company yell at you because i expressed that i was having a bad experience in communication is a first me. All this before signing a contract, think of what you can expect after signing the contract. This should tell you of what kinds customer service you can expect from this company.

They are arrogant, non responsive and really difficult to work with. From my experience I would not work with this company, and advice other to do the same.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

A well maintained wood shake roof typically lasts 25 to 40 years in San Jose, depending on shake quality, ventilation, and regular upkeep. Premium heavy cedar shakes often last longer.
Yes. Cedar shakes handle warm summers, sunlight, seasonal moisture, and coastal airflow well when installed correctly with proper ventilation.
Most homes fall between $22,000 and $38,000 depending on roof size, shake grade, fire treatment, and installation requirements.
Yes. Wood shakes need regular cleaning, inspections, and protective treatments to maintain performance and prevent moisture issues.
Yes. Individual damaged shakes can be replaced, and small leaks or localized wood rot can be repaired without a full replacement.
Standard cedar shakes are not fire resistant, but pressure treated Class A and Class B fire rated shakes are available and recommended for many Bay Area neighborhoods.
Wood shakes are thicker, hand split, and more textured. Wood shingles are thinner, sawn, and smoother. Shakes offer a more rustic, natural look.
An annual inspection is recommended. Homes surrounded by trees or heavy debris may benefit from inspections every six months.
Yes. Wood shake roofing adds curb appeal, a premium natural look, and strong insulation, which can increase home value in many San Jose neighborhoods.
Look for cracked shakes, curling edges, darkened wood, moisture spots on ceilings, loose ridge caps, or areas with missing shakes.

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