A. Cedar shakes and shingles are the most environmentally friendly product available. Cedar roofing comes from a renewable resource - we grow more trees. Cedar is biodegradable - won't pollute the environment. Steel, aluminum, plastic and concrete take many times more energy to produce than a cedar roof. Cedar roofing won't pollute the environment.
Many alternate products pollute during their production or after their life is over.
Cedar survives hurricane force winds. Cedar has a high insulation value compared to other roofing products reducing your heating bills. Cedar survives hailstorms better. Cedar roofs add to the structural integrity of your home, making it resilient in earthquakes. Cedar is environmentally friendly.