Roof Replacement on a Warrens WI Log Home
This log home in Warrens, WI needed a full roof replacement - and that's exactly what we delivered. The old roof had run its course, and patching it wasn't going to cut it anymore. When a roof gets to that point, a full tear-off and replacement is the right call. It's not just about looks. It's about making sure the home underneath stays protected.
We went with GAF Timberline HDZ shingles in Hunter Green, and honestly the color couldn't be a better fit for this home. The deep green against the warm brown cedar logs looks completely natural - like it was always supposed to be there. But beyond the appearance, the Timberline HDZ is one of the most trusted shingles on the market. It's built with GAF's LayerLock technology, meaning the shingles bond together tightly and hold up against the kind of wind and weather Wisconsin throws at a roof year after year.
One thing we're proud of on this job - it was done in a single day. A full residential roof replacement, start to finish, wrapped up without dragging into a second or third day. That matters to homeowners. You're not waiting around, not leaving your home exposed overnight, and not dealing with a drawn-out project. We got in, did the work right, and got out.
The ridge line came out clean and straight, and the shingle layout is consistent across every plane of the roof - including the upper dormer section, which adds some complexity to a job like this. Details like that are easy to overlook, but they're exactly what separates a quality installation from one that gives you problems down the road. Water follows the path of least resistance, and a properly installed roof doesn't give it anywhere to go.
If your roof is showing its age - curling shingles, granule loss, or just years of Wisconsin winters - it might be time to start thinking about replacement rather than repair. A new roof is one of the most protective investments you can make in a home, and getting the right shingles for the climate makes all the difference.