Wood & Specialty Shakes
Wallaba Wood Shakes
Top brand: Custom Tropical Hardwood
Installed cost
$21.24–$33.04
CAD per sq ft
Lifespan
50–80 yrs
manufacturer typical
Region
Lower Mainland
+18% CAD adjustment
Overview
Imported Guyanese hardwood naturally rich in tannins and resins — fire- and insect-resistant without chemical treatment. Rare in BC; usually a custom-architect spec.
Best for
Architect-driven heritage or estate projects.
Live cost estimate
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Lower Mainland installed pricing in CAD. Drag the slider to match your roof area.
500 sq ft8,000 sq ft
Low
$42,480
Typical
$54,280
High
$66,080
Range: $21.24 – $33.04 per sq ft installed. Includes tear-off, underlayment, flashing, and labour. Excludes permits, structural work and tax.