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Cedar roofing is an attractive and sturdy option for your roof, giving your home a rustic, countryside look that is impossible to replicate. This lightweight, eco-friendly option is not going to be the cheapest roofing available, but if you’re looking for charm and durability, this could be the roof of your dream home.
When choosing a cedar roofing company to help you with installation and maintenance, look no further than Kirkness Roofing Inc. as your Billings, MT roofing company. Our skilled and trustworthy roofing contractors offer invaluable cedar roofing services and are standing by to provide you with the friendly customer service you expect from local Billings, MT businesses.
Are you interested in a beautiful, natural cedar roof? Contact us today for a free estimate where you’ll receive a personalized quote.
Types of Cedar Roofing
There are two types of cedar roofs that are typically confused by most: cedar shake roofing and cedar shingle roofing.
Cedar Shake vs Cedar Shingle
The main difference between these two types is that cedar shingles are factory cut, so each panel is going to be precisely the same size. Cedar shakes are split by hand and consequently, won’t all be the same.
This may not seem like a big difference, but the decision is an important one because it will change the look of your home. If you want a more rustic look for your roof, cedar shakes will be the way to go. On the other hand, it’s essential that a cedar shake roofer installs the material since they can create gaps due to their non uniformity which can be affected by inclement weather. However, for both options, professional installation by a cedar roofing contractor is highly recommended to ensure the best possible results.
The strength of your cedar roof also depends on the thickness and which part of the tree the wood was cut from. When you’ve got a thick cut of wood, it generally lasts longer, and if your cedar comes from the strongest part of the tree, it will be more durable. Both of these qualities will cost you more and account for the variances in cedar roofing prices.
Both cedar shingles and cedar shakes are lightweight, easy to maintain, energy efficient, and can last up to 25 years. However, cedar shakes are more expensive due to their hand-made manufacturing process.
Need help deciding which cedar roofing option to choose? Call us today at (406) 256-1798 for a free estimate with one of our experienced roofers.
Pros and Cons of Cedar Roofing
Cedar itself is an incredibly durable kind of wood. After all, cedar trees continue to stand tall through bad weather. But, as with anything, there are upsides and downsides to this roofing material.
The Pros
To start with the positives, cedar roofing is an eco-friendly option, making homes more energy efficient. Cedar is a renewable resource and biodegradable, so if your priority is an environmentally friendly roofing material, cedar roofing could be for you. By insulating your house and allowing it to breathe, it’ll also save you on energy costs. Aside from cedar, Aside from cedar, we also specialize in metal and flat roofing services, which are also eco-friendly roofing materials.
Cedar roofing gives your home a rustic aesthetic that’s truly difficult to match with engineered products, and you’ll also see that cedar roofing lasts longer than some other kinds of roofing, provided that they undergo proper maintenance.
The Cons
One of the concerns with getting cedar roofing is that it can be more prone to issues including fire damage, drying out and cracking, warping, water damage, and pest infestations. It’s suggested to use fire retardant coatings, as well as treatments for any other potential issues, which are all part of the installation process and requiring of regular maintenance. However, keep in mind that some areas don’t allow cedar roofing due to fire concerns even with these precautions.
Depending on the quality of cedar roofing you decide to go with, it won’t be a cheap project. It’s not the most expensive option available, but it’s certainly not your most budget-friendly either. Not only do you have to think about the cost of the cedar shakes or shingles themselves, but they also require demolition of your old roof and installation costs of skilled contractors.
In addition to these initial costs, cedar roofing also needs a fair bit of maintenance to ensure the lifespan. Apart from the previously mentioned coating maintenance, other necessary tasks for cedar roofing include consistent cleaning to remove moss and mildew build-up, and you’ll even need to remove low hanging trees that can contribute to moisture accumulation.
Make the Right Decision Today!
A new cedar roof can really brighten the aesthetic makeup of a home. Ready to get started on your beautiful new cedar roofing? Need to do some maintenance on your cedar roof? Call Kirkness Roofing Inc.’s cedar roof specialists today!
Reviews
Kirkness Roofing
144 Moore Lane, Billings
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I could not be happier with my experience with Kirkness Roofing. I had been putting off having my roof replaced for way too long, so was a bit apprehensive. My salesman Jerome was very professional. He arranged for the crew to arrive on … More a day in early May when there was a break in the weather. The crew arrived early, worked all day, and to my amazement got the entire job completed in one day! They did a terrific job as well. Overall it was a great experience and I recommend them very highly!
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Robert Espinoza with Kirkness Roofing answered my leakage call and arrived with in a half an hour to fix the leak. He and his crew are excellent and responsive to work with! I highly recommend Robert and his team. He is a man of his word … More and follows thru with a quality product.
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Kirkness was the third company to give us an estimate on the Euro Shield shingles. The price quote was a lot more reasonable. The estimate also included replacing our two skylights. The wait time that they estimated for our repair job was … More way quicker than they quoted us! The shingles come from Canada and with Covid they were not quite sure how long it would take to get the shingles in! When the work began on our home they showed up on time and worked diligently. The workers were wonderful and took only a day and a half!! Everything was spotless when they finished and the roof looks beautiful. We have had a ton of compliments on the roof. We would whole heartedly recommend Kirkness!! We are beyond pleased with the experience that we had with them!!! Ted & Jan Billings, Mt..
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Kirkness roofing did a great quality job. Good communication regarding availability and timing, and did a very good clean-up following installation. Recommended Highly in Billings.
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Extremely skilled, extremely fast roofers. Highly professional business office.
The roof was being installed while we were making funeral arrangements for my uncle (who had signed the contract), and when Kirkness called, I told them what … More was happening. They sent a flower arrangement almost literally instantly. My aunt had flowers from Kirkness within hours of my uncle's passing. Incredibly touching. -
Jerome showed up as promised and was very professional. Took a look at the leak and went up on the roof and performed the needed repairs. Took pictures of his work to show what was wrong and what he did to fix it. Overall very impressed … More with Kirkness Roofing
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We are selling our home and needed some minor hail damage repairs to satisfy our buyer's home inspection report. Kirkness Roofing gave the job to their employee, Andrew Carney. Andrew showed up when he said he would and had a great … More attitude about what needed to be done. Andrew methodically scanned the roof for any imperfections, no matter how minor, and made the needed repairs. I am 100% satisfied with the work Andrew did and would recommend Kirkness Roofing to anyone based on the work ethic and professionalism of Andrew Carney. A satisfied customer right here.
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Thanks to hail storms I've used Kirkness 3 times in 9 years.
Every job has exceeded my expectations.
This time they replaced asphalt shingles on the house and all the steel panels on the out buildings.
I recommend using Kirkness for … More all roofing and siding repair/replacement.
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Kirkness Roofing was very punctual and professional. I needed some shingles replaced due to a wind storm and they took care of it very promptly. I would highly recommend them for any roof replacement or repair.
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Kirkness Roofing came out this morning to look at our roof to see if the shingles need replacing. They were on time and very professional. After they looked at everything, they went through all the pictures they took and let me know what … More damage they saw or didn't see and any effect the damage did or didn't have on the function of the roof, soffit, and gutters. They were very upfront and honest in letting me know that at this time, they wouldn't replace the roof. I appreciate their honesty and will definitely use them when it comes time to replace our roof.
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The team at Kirkness did a great job on our new roof and new siding for our home. Jerome and Andy got the concept, Cybil organized the schedule, and Shane and Alex were outstanding on tear off and installation. We are very pleased with … More the how the project went and the way it looks. Highly recommend Kirkness.
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I would like to thank Jerome from Kirkness Roofing for coming out to inspect my roof-He was very professional. He showed me the pictures of my roof and explained what he had found. He explained I had some wind damage on the shingles but … More no hail damage. My shingles are about 20 some years old but still good for a few years more. I also told Jerome I had a small leak in my garage by my chimney . Jerome went back on the roof to look at the flashing area and he told me there was some open breaks around the chimney. He said he could seal them for me at no charge so I said great. Kirkness I would like to say you have great people that work for you and if my roof does need repair in the future I would call you to install it for me. Thanks-Wayne Reese from Laurel, Mt.
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Jerome and his brother stopped by on 7/22/22 and gave us a free roof inspection. He found some hail damage from the July 5th storm we had here in Shepherd.
He was a very good salesman and told us all the options that were available to use … More and a time frame to work with. He even caulked around 2 of our sky
lights for free.
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We were pleased with the professional attitude and knowledge of the inspector, Jerome. He took pictures and showed us what he found and what to look for in a damaged roof, saying ours was okay. Thanks for your prompt response! We will … More contact you when we have future needs.
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On July 15, 2022 Jerome Miller responded to our request for a roof inspection. His response was timely and he kept us informed as to when he would arrive. His inspection was performed in a professional manner and pointed out some minor … More problems and how to fix those problems. We were very impressed with his attitude and professional performance. Prior to the inspection he explained what would be done and how he would proceed. In our opinion he expressed the belief that he understands his employer does not pay his wages, the customer does, and the customer is most important.
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Kirkness was great to work with, they were honest and trustworthy at all levels. Their work crew was efficient, respectful, and conscientious about keeping everything clean and orderly. We would definitely use them again if the need arose! … More
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Cybil and her team are amazing to work with. I love that they are family owned, and you can tell they really care about the people they work with, and their community. Highly recommend working with Kirkness Roofing!
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Andrew was great! He handled the inspection, worked directly with the insurance company, and lined up the work with Bonnie. The crew was polite, efficient, and cleaned up after. Tear off and install in one day. Gutters were sub’d. … More All around a great job and I would definitely use them again if needed.
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Kirkness Roofing Crew, Thank you for our amazing roof. They said they could do it fast, I couldn't believe it! Their crew was amazing, and it shows by the quality roof that they installed. Thank you, and I would recommend them to anyone … More needing a new roof.
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Once again, the crew from Kirkness responded in a timely manner when I called about a leaking roof. Rather than undertaking expensive replacement, they took the time to identify a likely problem area and executed specific repairs, saving … More me a good deal of money. That kind of service is greatly appreciated!
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From the first phone call, this company had my business. Friendly, knowledgeable, and punctual from their office to the field. More than I can say for most! Thank you, Kirkness! You have a customer for life.
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Kirkness replaced our roof after having hail damage. They are very professional and a pleasure to work with. Andy was very helpful with our insurance. We would highly recommend them.
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Thanks Andy for helping me out this morning on my roof repair! Honest and reliable service! Highly recommend and I will be a returning customer!
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Kirkness Roofing did a great job on our roof . Andrew Carney made sure everting was fix right. I will never go to a different roofing company ever again. Big Thanks to all the people at Kirkness Roofing.
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If you need your roof done in Billings MT kirkness roofing is the people to call! Great Customer service and knowledge Super Super nice Manager named Andy came out great guy so call kirkness for any roofing needs!
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Norma and I were very impressed with Andrew, He was on time, very professional and customer focused providing options to save us money. We appreciated having hime in our home and on the roof!
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Jerome was very professional and proficient to work with. He came out and got me taken care of very quickly. Will definitely be using them again in the future.
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Very thorough and professional from initial estimate through installation and clean up. Our new roof is beautiful and secure!
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I filled out the appointment section n their website explaining I needed repair and inspection to my roof after shingles were found on the patio deck after the previous evenings wind. I received a call back within minutes after leaving … More the website. I had an appointment the next day and it was repaired the same day. I will use them again.
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Andrew and Jerome left here yesterday after repairing wind damage to our roof. They were on time and performed the repairs in short order. The results appear to be excellent. We couldn't be more pleased. The Hansons in Red Lodge. … More 1/14/2021.
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Andy, saved us!
We had a leaking ceiling vent in our master bathroom.
They came out the same day and sealed the vent for us. He would charge us, but I insisted they let me buy their lunch. We will only use Kirness Roofing.
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Thank you, Drew! You and your team exceeded our expectations. We discovered we had lost some of the shingles on our second story when we noticed a leak into the house. We saw a recommendation for Kirkness Roofing on the Nextdoor app and … More contacted them. Drew came out on a Saturday and gave us an amazing quote. The team came out and the job was done quickly and professionally! Thank you again everybody at Kirkness.
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The best. Personable from top down. Answered phone promptly, Andy out late that afternoon on way back from Red Lodge assignment for my assessment. Crew here within a week and efficiently made repairs that look great to me. Three companies … More I called earlier either didn't follow through or even after assessment never got back to me. Nice to see that Billings still has companies that care. Thanks, Andy and crew.
Hire a Team of Roofing Experts You Can Trust
At Kirkness Roofing Inc., we strongly believe that every roof is unique and needs a specific touch of quality craftsmanship. From residential to commercial roofing, we stand tall as a Billings roofing contractor you can depend on to get each job done right—every time. We aren't happy until you love the finished product, and we aren't satisfied unless you love your entire roofing experience.
We want you to be at ease knowing that you chose the right local roofing company for the job. If it's time for your next roofing project, give Kirkness Roofing Inc. a call. We cannot wait to serve you.