Wood & Cedar Shake Siding in Euclid, OH

Professional Wood & Cedar Shake Siding in Euclid, OH

Natural cedar shake and wood siding has a warmth and character that no synthetic product truly replicates. For historic homes in established Euclid neighborhoods like E. 185th Street, Indian Hills, and Worthington, real cedar is often the architecturally correct choice and may be required by local historic district guidelines. Siding Pro installs Western Red Cedar shake, Eastern White Cedar shingle, redwood lap, and cypress siding for homeowners who want the genuine article. We also handle the sealing, staining, and ongoing maintenance that wood siding demands in the Lake Erie climate.

Materials We Install

We carry and install the highest-quality products from these manufacturers and product lines:

Western Red Cedar Shake
Eastern White Cedar
Redwood Siding
Cypress Wood Siding

Cost Factors

Several factors determine the final cost of your wood & cedar project. Here is what influences pricing so you can plan realistically:

Wood species: Western Red Cedar is the premium choice. Eastern White Cedar is more budget-friendly. Redwood and cypress command higher prices for specialty applications.
Profile: Hand-split shake costs more than machine-cut shingle. Bevel lap siding is the most economical wood profile. Board-and-batten adds labor.
Pre-finishing: Factory pre-primed and pre-stained cedar adds upfront cost but saves field labor and delivers a more consistent finish.
Maintenance plan: First re-seal at 2-3 years, then every 5-7 years. Include sealing in your long-term cost calculation — it is not optional for wood siding.

Typical investment range: $9.00 - $16.00 per sq ft installed. Every estimate is free, itemized, and includes a written scope of work — no obligation, no high-pressure sales tactics.

Pros & Cons of Wood & Cedar

Advantages

Genuine natural beauty that no synthetic product fully replicates
Excellent insulating value — R-value roughly 3x that of vinyl
Sustainable, renewable building material when sourced from certified forests
Can be stained or painted in any color, changed over the life of the home
Historically appropriate for pre-1960s homes in established Euclid neighborhoods
Properly maintained cedar can last 40-60 years

Considerations

Highest maintenance requirement of any siding material — re-seal every 5-7 years
Vulnerable to rot, insect damage, and moisture if not properly sealed
Higher upfront cost than vinyl and most fiber cement options
Fire risk is higher than fiber cement or metal — may affect insurance
Color fades and grays with UV exposure without ongoing treatment
Not recommended for north-facing shaded walls with high moisture exposure

Why Siding Pro for Wood & Cedar?

Choosing the right contractor for your wood & cedar project matters as much as choosing the right material. Siding Pro brings 15+ years of experience installing wood & cedar across Euclid and the Cuyahoga County region. Our crews are manufacturer-certified, our estimates are itemized and transparent, and our workmanship warranty stands behind every project. We do not subcontract to the lowest bidder — the crew that estimates your project is the crew that installs it.

We are also one of the few siding contractors in Northeast Ohio that maintains a true 24/7 emergency line. If your wood & cedar is damaged in a storm, you do not wait for Monday morning. We respond any hour, any day, to stabilize and protect your home.

Wood & Cedar FAQ

Common Wood & Cedar Questions

Detailed answers to what Euclid homeowners ask most often about wood & cedar.

How often does cedar siding need to be resealed in Ohio?

In the Lake Erie climate, expect to re-seal cedar siding every 5 to 7 years on south- and west-facing walls, and every 7 to 10 years on north- and east-facing walls that get less UV. The first re-seal should happen 2 to 3 years after initial installation. Use a penetrating oil-based sealer for natural look, or a high-quality acrylic stain for color. We provide ongoing maintenance quotes with every cedar installation.

Can I paint cedar siding instead of staining it?

Yes, but with caveats. Paint forms a film on the surface while stain penetrates. Painted cedar siding requires repainting every 7-10 years and can peel if moisture gets behind it. Stain allows the wood to breathe and tends to age more gracefully. For historic homes where painted cedar is traditional, we use a breathable acrylic latex primer and two coats of 100% acrylic latex paint — never oil-based paint on cedar.

What is the difference between shake and shingle?

Shake is hand-split (or hand-split on one face and machine-sawn on the other), giving a rustic, textured appearance. Shingle is machine-sawn on both faces for a smoother, more uniform look. Shake is more expensive but more visually distinctive. For most Euclid homes, machine-sawn shingle in Western Red Cedar delivers the right balance of character and value.

Is cedar siding environmentally friendly?

When sourced from FSC-certified forests (which our primary suppliers use), cedar is one of the most sustainable siding materials available. It is renewable, biodegradable, requires less energy to manufacture than vinyl or fiber cement, and sequesters carbon for the life of the home. The trade-off is the maintenance cycle — re-sealing every 5-7 years has an environmental cost in solvents and labor.

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