When having your siding replaced, other components of your home are affected, including windows. Since you probably installed your existing windows and siding simultaneously, the windows could be worn out too. Other than that, you could be replacing your siding to give your house a new facelift, and leaving the old windows in place could spoil the look. […]

Earl Scheib, the auto body dealer, once advertised a $49.95 paint job on any car. Imagine the quality of a paint job for less than fifty bucks. With home siding, you might be tempted to look for a really, really inexpensive repair or installation. Just how expensive is home siding? How much does it cost to replace siding?  […]

Vinyl siding is a popular exterior home covering, thanks to its durability and ease of maintenance. Unfortunately, no siding material lasts forever. You can expect your vinyl siding to last between 30-40 years. However, extreme weather events may cause it to deteriorate much faster, calling for a replacement.  […]

The process of installing fiber cement siding is very similar to vinyl siding. Other than the extra weight of fiber cement siding, the process is generally straightforward. When correctly installed, fiber cement siding products such as HardiePlank® are extremely durable and easy to maintain. You can expect fiber cement to last up to 50 years or more with proper care. […]

When preparing for siding replacement, you control many factors, including preferred materials, contractor selection, budget, and project timeline. But siding damage and unexpected weather changes are out of your control. […]

Once you’ve selected the right siding material, budgeted for the project cost, and settled on a reliable contractor, it’s time to prepare for the installation. The siding installation process may vary depending on numerous factors, including the style and size of your home and the siding material.  […]

Proper gutter sizing plays a critical role in the performance of your gutters. If they are too small, water will spill over the edges and cause structural problems. If they’re too narrow, runoff water may miss the gutters altogether, which can be nearly as bad as having no gutters at all.  […]