Historic Home Gets Premium Heavy Wood Shake Roof in Bixby Knolls

Historic homes in Bixby Knolls are something else. The character, the architecture, the craftsmanship built into every detail - it all deserves to be treated with respect when it comes time for a roof replacement. That's exactly the mindset we brought to this job.

We're installing premium heavy wood shakes with a 1-inch stagger pattern. That stagger isn't just a style choice - it's a method that improves water runoff and gives the roof that layered, dimensional look that fits a home like this perfectly. The warm, rich tones of the new shakes complement the Tudor-style stucco and dark trim in a way that a standard roofing material simply couldn't match.

Getting this right takes hands-on coordination at every level of the roof. You can see the crew working across multiple sections at once, carefully staging materials and managing the existing structure as the new installation progresses. Nothing gets rushed. Every shake gets set where it belongs.

Wood shake roofing done properly is one of the most durable and visually striking options available for older homes. When you're working on a historic property, the goal isn't just protection - it's preservation. The new roof needs to look like it belongs, not like it was dropped on top of something it doesn't match.

Bixby Knolls has some of the most well-kept historic homes in Long Beach, and jobs like this one are exactly why we love what we do. When the character of a home is worth protecting, the roof installation needs to reflect that.