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A log cabin is a special kind of home, and the roof that crowns it has to do more than keep the rain out — it has to look right. When Allison decided it was time to replace the aging shingles on her cabin, she also wanted to address four skylights that needed to come out and be replaced as part of the project. That combination of a full tear-off, a re-deck, and skylight work makes this a great showcase of the kind of multi-layered project our Winchester roofing team tackles regularly.
While this specific project took place in Moorefield, WV, it serves as the perfect example of the exact types of roofing challenges our Winchester branch resolves for homeowners across the region. Coordinating a roof replacement with skylight removal and reinstallation takes planning and the right products — and it's exactly where experience pays off.
For the shingle itself, Allison chose Owens Corning TruDefinition Duration architectural shingles in Brownwood — a rich, warm tone that complements the natural wood of a cabin beautifully. TruDefinition Duration shingles use Owens Corning's SureNail Technology for stronger wind resistance, and the dimensional profile gives the roof depth and character that flat three-tab shingles simply can't match. Paired with brown drip edge to match the shingle, the finished roof ties the whole exterior together.
This wasn't a patch job — we tore the old roof off down to the deck and rebuilt it as a complete, warrantied Cenguard Gold shingle system across roughly 18 squares. The assembly included:
One thing that set this project apart was a complete re-decking. When the old shingles came off, the plan called for replacing the roof decking itself rather than just laying new material over questionable wood. A fresh deck gives every other layer — underlayment, ice and water shield, and shingles — a sound, flat surface to bond to, and it's the kind of investment that protects a roof for its full lifespan. It's not the cheapest path, but on an older cabin it's often the right one, and we walk every homeowner through that decision transparently before any work begins.
The skylights were the centerpiece of this job. We replaced all four with new Velux solar-powered skylights, each with a complete flashing kit, integrated room-darkening blinds, and a remote control. Velux backs these units with a 10-year no-leak warranty, and because they're flashed in as part of a fresh roof system rather than retrofitted into old shingles, the watertight seal is far more reliable. Skylights are one of the most common sources of roof leaks when they're done poorly — so doing them right, as part of the roof replacement, is the single best way to avoid headaches down the road. A professional roof inspection is always the place to start when skylights are involved.
Replacing a roof and four skylights is a significant project, and we work hard to keep it transparent and low-stress. Every Cenguard Gold roof comes with a 20-year warranty covering both workmanship and materials, transferable for up to five years if the home changes hands. And we operate on a $0 down, no-payment-until-completion basis — you don't pay until the job is finished and you're satisfied. For larger projects like this one, Service Finance financing can make the numbers manageable.
If your roof is aging or you have skylights that need attention, our Winchester roofing professionals would be glad to take a look. Start with a free, no-obligation roofing estimate and let us show you what a complete, properly installed system looks like.
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