This roof was originally a wood shake roof, due to it being hazardous material and crazy insurance premium prices, The homeowner decided to have it replaced with a premium asphalt designer roof.
What a difference !

The disadvantages of wood roofs are:

  • Firerisk
  • Maintenance
  • Discoloration
  • More prone to leaks
  • Mold
  • Pests

The good news is there are many materials without those issues (some are wood shake like if desired).