More than 25 years ago the cedar shake and shingle industry recognized the dangers of unrated roofs in high fire hazard areas. The industry invested millions of dollars in research, development and specialized equipment to create a process that transforms cedar shakes and shingles into permanently fire-retardant roofing products.

These fire-retardant shakes and shingles are subjected to "nine stringent UL tests" to ensure they meet all local and national fire codes (most other roofing types must pass just three tests). However, many officials did not believe the process would last....Until Now....