Alaska yellow cedar (also called yellow cedar or Nootka cypress) is the denser, naturally decay-resistant cousin of western red, for Irving owners who want cedar's look with more spine.
Alaska yellow cedar has a tighter grain and more natural oil than red cedar, so it resists decay and wear better, and it weathers to an even, distinctive silver-grey. It is priced accordingly, which is why it fits Irving owners who plan to stay long enough to collect on that durability. We quote it with a free written estimate, document the roof in photos at inspection, never waive a deductible (Texas law is clear on that), and work as your contractor, not as a public adjuster.
Is yellow cedar a fit for your Irving home?
Most houses in Irving have some years on them: the median year built is 1986, and 36 percent were built before 1980. Original decking on homes of that age deserves a close look before a premium wood roof goes on, and cedar needs the airflow and ventilation that older attics sometimes lack. Hail is the other factor. Since 2006 there have been 33 days with hail an inch or larger within 8 miles, 9 of them golf-ball size or bigger, and the largest stone reached 4.25 inches on May 24, 2011. Wood shakes can split on impact, so we photograph a yellow cedar roof after install and again after storms, giving your carrier a clear before-and-after record. Owners who want the grey patina without the care cycle should hear about the alternatives too. We cover Dallas County and nearby Coppell and Grapevine with the same crews.
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 Irving
How a roof system holds up in Irving depends on the storms it has to take and the houses it sits on. Here is what the public record shows.
33
Hail days, 1 in.+ since 2006
9
Golf-ball-size hail days
4.25 in.
Largest stone on record
1986
Median year homes built
Hail near Irving
NOAA's Storm Events Database lists 33 days since 2006 with hail one inch or larger reported within 8 miles of Irving. On 9 of those days, the stones were golf ball size or bigger. Hail that size was reported in 15 of the last 20 years. The largest stones on record nearby measured 4.25 inches (grapefruit size) on May 24, 2011. The most recent report: 1.5-inch hail on March 25, 2025.
May 24, 2011: 4.25-inch hail (grapefruit size)
June 6, 2018: 3-inch hail (teacup size)
June 13, 2012: 3-inch hail (teacup size)
April 3, 2012: 3-inch hail (teacup size)
May 27, 2024: 2.75-inch hail (baseball size)
How old Irving homes are
The median home in Irving was built in 1986, and 36% of the city's 102,512 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 8 miles of Irving); U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates. Data pulled September 2026.
Common questions about alaska yellow cedar roofing in Irving
Is Alaska yellow cedar worth the premium over red cedar in Irving?
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 Irving?
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 Irving?
NOAA's Storm Events Database lists 33 days since 2006 with hail one inch or larger reported within 8 miles of Irving, including 9 days with golf ball size stones or bigger. Hail that size was reported in 15 of the last 20 years. The most recent report was 1.5-inch hail on March 25, 2025.
How old are most homes in Irving?
The median home in Irving was built in 1986, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey. 36% of the city's housing units predate 1980 and 14% were built in 2010 or later. Many homes here are reaching the age when original roofs come due.
