Professional Cedar Shake Contractor in Franklin, MA
Western Red Cedar shake and shingle siding installation and replacement across Massachusetts. Alfa Construction re-sides your home's full exterior in hand-split shakes or machine-cut shingles for that classic Cape Cod and historic New England look. We take full-exterior re-sides, not patch jobs.
Why Choose Professional Cedar Shake in Franklin, Massachusetts?
If your Franklin home has cedar siding installed 20 or 30 years ago, there is a good chance it was nailed flat with no ventilation and is now failing from behind. Alfa Construction offers Franklin homeowners a complete cedar replacement — shakes or shingles set on a rear-ventilated wall — that restores the look and finally solves the moisture problem underneath it.
Faded, blotchy cedar is one of the most common complaints we hear from Franklin homeowners. When re-staining slips past the five-to-seven-year window, the finish breaks down unevenly — bright where it is sheltered, gray and bare where the sun and rain hit hardest — and the home looks neglected even though the cedar itself may still be sound.
Our cedar installation for Franklin homes includes complete removal of the old material, substrate inspection and replacement, new housewrap, the rear-ventilation furring layer, and course-by-course installation at the correct exposure with stainless fasteners. We do not nail cedar flat and we do not cut corners — the result is a wood wall that performs the way cedar is supposed to.
Cedar Shake Note for Franklin
Franklin's newer subdivisions often feature vinyl siding that shows its age after 15-20 years through fading, warping, and impact damage, creating a strong market for replacement with modern insulated vinyl or fiber cement options.
Your Franklin home deserves a cedar wall that performs as beautifully as it looks. Alfa Construction delivers on both with premium Western Red Cedar, rear-ventilated installation, and a finish plan tailored to your home and budget. Request your free estimate today.
Cedar Shake for Franklin Homes
- County
- Norfolk
- Population
- 34,087
- Typical housing
- Colonial, Cape, contemporary, and ranch homes with extensive newer subdivision development
Franklin is one of the largest towns in Massachusetts by population, offering excellent schools, a commuter rail station, and the Dean College campus. Named after Benjamin Franklin, the town blends suburban convenience with small-town values.
What Franklin's housing stock means for a re-side
Colonial, Cape, contemporary, and ranch homes with extensive newer subdivision development.
Local note — Franklin
Franklin was the first town named after Benjamin Franklin, who donated 116 books to start the town's library, making the Franklin Public Library one of the first public libraries in America.
We also take full re-sides in the towns bordering Franklin: Cedar Shake in Medway, Cedar Shake in Bellingham, Cedar Shake in Norfolk and Cedar Shake in Wrentham.
What Are Common Cedar Shake Problems in Franklin, MA?
Common Problems
- 1
Aging cedar shakes that have cupped, split, or worked loose, leaving gaps where wind-driven rain gets behind the wall
- 2
Cedar siding that was face-nailed flat against the sheathing with no ventilation, trapping moisture and rotting the courses from behind
- 3
Rust streaks bleeding down the wall because the previous installer used cheap fasteners instead of stainless steel on a coastal home
- 4
A blotchy, half-stained, half-bare exterior because re-staining was deferred well past the five-to-seven-year window cedar needs
- 5
Insect-damaged or decayed lower courses where splash-back and ground contact overwhelmed the cedar's natural resistance
Our Solutions
- 1
Full-exterior installation in hand-split Western Red Cedar shakes for a thick, rugged, deeply shadowed wall with maximum texture and character
- 2
Machine-cut cedar shingle installation for a smoother, tighter, more uniform reveal suited to refined Cape Cod and shingle-style homes
- 3
Rear-ventilated furring-strip systems that hold the cedar off the wall so every course can dry from behind — the single biggest factor in a wood wall's lifespan
- 4
Stainless steel fastening throughout on coastal and salt-air exposures so the wall stays clean and never bleeds rust down a fresh course
- 5
Complete cedar re-sides with proper housewrap, flashing, and a factory-applied or job-site stain finish ready to maintain on a predictable schedule
How Does Cedar Shake Work in Franklin, MA?
The same sequence on every Franklin re-side, start to finish.
- 1
Free Exterior Inspection & Estimate
- 2
Shake or Shingle Selection & Finish
- 3
Removal & Substrate Preparation
- 4
Professional Cedar Installation
- 5
Finishing, Final Inspection & Warranty
What Are the Benefits of Professional Cedar Shake in Franklin?
The authentic Cape Cod and historic New England look that no vinyl or fiber cement product can truly replicate
Naturally insect- and decay-resistant cedar oils that protect the wall without relying on chemical treatments
A 30-to-40-year lifespan when the cedar is ventilated, fastened, and re-stained the way it should be
The freedom to choose your look — keep the warm stained tone or let the wall weather gracefully to a coastal silver-gray
Deep, three-dimensional shadow lines from hand-split shakes that give your home unmatched curb-appeal character
Frequently Asked Questions About Cedar Shake in Franklin, MA
What is the difference between cedar shakes and cedar shingles?
How long does cedar shake siding last in Massachusetts?
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Why does coastal cedar siding need stainless steel fasteners?
Do you take on small cedar jobs or patch work?
Siding Materials We Install in Franklin, MA
Every Franklin re-side is a complete full-home installation. Choose the material that fits your home and budget — we handle the entire exterior.
Cedar Shake Services Near Franklin, Massachusetts
We also provide professional cedar shake & shingle siding in cities near Franklin, MA. Serving all of Norfolk County and surrounding areas.
What Our Clients Say
Real reviews from Massachusetts homeowners who trust Alfa Construction Inc for their cedar shake & shingle siding projects.
Service Area: Franklin, Massachusetts
Based in Bellingham, MA, Alfa Construction Inc provides cedar shake & shingle siding services to Franklin and all surrounding Norfolk County communities.
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Ready for professional cedar shake & shingle siding in Franklin, MA? Contact Alfa Construction Inc today. Licensed (#192348), insured, and backed by 20+ years of experience.