Alaska yellow cedar (also called yellow cedar or Nootka cypress) is the denser, naturally decay-resistant cousin of western red, for Grapevine owners who want cedar's look with more spine.
Alaska yellow cedar is the cedar for Grapevine owners who plan to stay. Its tighter grain and natural oils resist decay and wear better than red cedar, and it silvers to a distinctive, even grey. It costs accordingly, so it suits owners who will keep the home long enough to collect the durability dividend.
We quote yellow cedar with a free written estimate after an inspection documented with photos, and the findings, grade and warranty are in writing before you commit to anything. On storm work, we never waive a deductible because Texas law forbids it, and we are not a public adjuster.
Yellow Cedar and the Grapevine Hail Record
Wood takes hail harder than impact-rated composites, and Grapevine gets its share. Within a 6-mile radius, hail an inch or larger has fallen on 32 days since 2006, 12 of them with golf-ball-size stones or bigger, and the largest measured 4.0 inches on June 11, 2023. Shakes can split on impact and every carrier knows it, which is why dated photos before and after storms matter so much on a cedar roof.
The houses matter as much as the weather. With a median build year of 1993 and 16 percent of homes older than 1980, plenty of Grapevine roofs have been replaced before, often leaving patched decking and flashing choices from earlier owners. We sort that out before a premium wood goes on, since yellow cedar only repays its cost on a sound, well-ventilated base. Grapevine is in Tarrant County, and the same crews cover Southlake and Colleyville.
THE SYSTEM
Alaska Yellow Cedar Roofing, up close.
Cedar shake. Hand-split shakes across a complex roofline, with character that earns its maintenance.
PUBLIC RECORD
The local record behind Alaska Yellow Cedar Roofing in Grapevine
How a roof system holds up in Grapevine depends on the storms it has to take and the houses it sits on. Here is what the public record shows.
32
Hail days, 1 in.+ since 2006
12
Golf-ball-size hail days
4 in.
Largest stone on record
1993
Median year homes built
Hail near Grapevine
NOAA's Storm Events Database lists 32 days since 2006 with hail one inch or larger reported within 6 miles of Grapevine. On 12 of those days, the stones were golf ball size or bigger. Hail that size was reported in 14 of the last 20 years. The largest stones on record nearby measured 4 inches (grapefruit size) on June 11, 2023. The most recent report: 1-inch hail on June 2, 2026.
June 11, 2023: 4-inch hail (grapefruit size)
June 6, 2018: 3-inch hail (teacup size)
April 3, 2012: 3-inch hail (teacup size)
April 13, 2007: 3-inch hail (teacup size)
May 27, 2024: 2.75-inch hail (baseball size)
How old Grapevine homes are
The median home in Grapevine was built in 1993, and 16% of the city's 22,885 housing units predate 1980. Many of these houses are likely on their second roof or nearing the point where they need one.
Sources: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information, Storm Events Database (hail reports since 2006 within 6 miles of Grapevine); U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates. Data pulled September 2026.
Common questions about alaska yellow cedar roofing in Grapevine
Is Alaska yellow cedar worth the premium over red cedar in Grapevine?
For long-hold owners, often yes, since denser grain and natural decay resistance translate to service life. For shorter horizons, premium-grade red cedar is the value play.
Does yellow cedar weather differently?
It silvers to an even, distinctive grey rather than red cedar's variegated browns, and many owners consider the aged color its best argument.
Should we match the original material when re-roofing in Grapevine?
Not automatically. A roof on its second or third cycle is a chance to rethink: Class 4 asphalt for the insurance math, metal or premium systems where the home and horizon justify them. We quote the honest options against your actual house.
How often does hail hit Grapevine?
NOAA's Storm Events Database lists 32 days since 2006 with hail one inch or larger reported within 6 miles of Grapevine, including 12 days with golf ball size stones or bigger. Hail that size was reported in 14 of the last 20 years. The most recent report was 1-inch hail on June 2, 2026.
How old are most homes in Grapevine?
The median home in Grapevine was built in 1993, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey. 16% of the city's housing units predate 1980 and 18% were built in 2010 or later. Many homes here are reaching the age when original roofs come due.
