Cedar Shake

Cedar Shake Shingles are typically crafted from cedar trees that are between 200 and 300 years old. To make the shingles, logs are split into sections known as shakes. This is what gives the shingles that characteristically rough look. The shingles are known for lasting longer than asphalt shingles when installed and maintained properly and they do have a classy look to them, but they are more expensive and not environmentally sustainable (unlike other roof types, such as Metal). With that said, they have a respectable lifespan of 30 to 40 years.