Waldun Cedar Shake Roofing & Historical Restoration in Chester County
Sugarsbridge Contractors has over 35 years of hands-on experience in the refined art of historical preservation and custom cedar installation.
We know that South Eastern Pennsylvania homeowners value architectural authenticity and structural integrity.
Which is why we pair our old world roofing methods with Waldun cedar shakes and shingles, the best option on the market, to deliver historic accuracy.
The Waldun Tech Advantage
Premium Ridge Shadow LinesWaldun cedar shakes feature hand-split and tapersawn textures with natural thickness profiles (up to 7/8”) that create the deep, heavy shadow lines essential for an authentic historic appearance.
Advanced Grade PerformanceSourced from premium 100% straight-grain Western Red Cedar, Waldun products provide natural resistance to decay, decay-producing fungi, and extreme weather. They are secured exclusively with durable stainless steel fasteners.
Thermal & Structural EfficiencyNatural cedar provides a high insulation value (R-value) compared to alternative materials, helping regulate home temperatures while breathing naturally when paired with our advanced underlayment engineering
Our Commitment to Architectural Integrity & Longevity
Premium craftsmanship is at the forefront of how we build our roofing systems. The Sugarsbridge team, led by Kevin Dunleavy, prioritizes the proper architectural techniques to maximize the lifespan of your natural wood roof:
We install premium cedar breather matrix fabric over a heavy-duty 30lb course asphalt underlayment. This system guarantees continuous
For historic replications, our team installs wood shakes over a traditional open lath system to honor original building specifications while maximizing wood breathability.
Smooth, sawn faces on both sides combined with a heavy, thick-butt profile to replicate historic hand-split depth.
Available in Premium Grade A-1, 18-inch or 24-inch lengths, with thicknesses ranging from 5/8” to 7/8”.
Features a highly textured, split face with a smooth sawn back, filtering natural rustic character down the roof slope.
100% edge grain wood, Class A fire-treatment available, and optimized for maximum weather defense.
Why Trust Sugarsbridge Contractors with Your Waldun Installation?
As a 4th generation hands on roofing expert, we bring over a century of family roofing knowledge and master-level wood craftsmanship to every historic home.