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04
Jul

5 Recommendations to Improve the Look of Your Home

Is your house lacking something special, that extra curb appeal that will draw the eye and make everyone say wow? Well, not to worry. There are a few improvements you can make to your home to increase its appeal, from a new farmer’s porch or deck to new roofing and siding. Even new windows and trim can give your home a facelift. It’s easy to find your home’s potential with…

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23
May

6 Questions to Ask Your Home Improvement Contractor

Whether you’re looking to put on a new roof, deck, siding or doors, you likely have a lot of questions for your home improvement contractor. Asking these questions well beforehand will give you a better idea of the contractor’s abilities, timeframe, and more. Know what to expect when you ask these common questions before hiring them. 1. Are you licensed and insured for this kind of work? Licensing is a…

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26
Apr

Paint Again? Or Side Your Home with Vinyl or Fiber Cement?

Has it been five years already? Your house is looking unkempt and drab, with peeling, fading  paint -- again! It’s time to haul out the paint and brushes and spend a week tackling this project, or shelling out thousands for a pro to do it – or is it? There’s a better way, and it doesn’t involve painting every few years to keep your house looking beautiful and giving it…

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28
Mar

When is the Best Time of Year to Put New Siding on Your Home?

As a general rule, you don’t want to tackle a siding project in extreme weather conditions, which means spring and fall are best over summer and winter. Vinyl siding in particular is especially sensitive to extreme temperature variations, so replacing your siding in the cold of winter or the dog days of summer could compromise the quality of your installation. So, if you are able to, wait till spring or…

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23
Jan

How to Choose the Perfect Siding Color for Your Home

Deciding on which color your house will be is a tough one. After all, because siding lasts forever, the choice you make now will be with you for many years to come. Whether you choose fiber cement or vinyl, there will come a time when you have to settle on the perfect color to augment your property. There are many factors that will come into play, such as the style…

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25
Dec

Why Vinyl Siding May Be the Best Choice For Your Home

When considering which type of siding to go with, you may be looking at many types and styles, from fiber cement to vinyl. But in many ways, insulated vinyl stands out from the rest due to its many versatile benefits. Let’s take a look at why vinyl siding may be the best choice for your home. Low Maintenance Hands down, vinyl siding is the lowest maintenance option when it comes…

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03
Oct

4 Reasons to Replace Your Windows and Siding Together

If you need new windows and know your siding will be coming up on the end of its useful life soon too, or vice versa, there are any advantages to combining both projects and tackling them at once. From hiring a single contractor and ensuring a more efficient process to incorporating compatible styles and saving time and money, we will go over a few of those benefits here. 1.    Single…

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22
Jun

Cost vs. Value: Fiber Cement Siding

If you’re thinking of adding new siding to your home this year, your mind may naturally go to: what kind of return on investment (ROI) can I see with this type of project? Cost vs. value can vary greatly depending on which home improvement project you’re dealing with. Here, we’ll focus on fiber cement siding in particular. Check out the below Remodeling’s cost vs. value 2020 chart, where you will…

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21
May

Why Replace Your Wood Siding?

There’s no denying the beauty and appeal of natural wood exterior siding. But it also comes with a large amount of responsibility, as wood will degrade over time if not properly cared for. If you still have wood siding on your home and it’s peeling and rotting, you may be wondering if it’s time to replace it. Perhaps it’s the original siding that was on the house when you bought…

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15
Apr

Choosing Your Siding Colors

When considering siding for your home, your first thought is likely: what color should I get? It’s not an easy decision. After all, this is a lifetime choice you will have to live with. But with the proper research, you can settle on the correct siding color for your home and neighborhood. Here are some considerations to keep in mind: Neighborhood Take a few minutes to drive around the neighborhood,…

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05
Mar

5 Questions to Ask Your Roofing and Siding Contractor

  Before hiring a roofing and siding contractor to work on your home, there are certain questions you should always ask. This will give you insight into their experience, character, reputation and skill level.  1.    What is your full company name and physical address? Get the company’s full name and address. If they have a P.O. box, ask for its physical location. A roofing and siding company without a physical…

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17
Sep

4 Signs You Need New Siding

From aesthetics to high energy bills, there are many reasons why you may want to replace your home’s existing siding. Here are four signs you need new siding: 1.     Run-Down Appearance Is your house looking tired and haggard lately? You don’t need a fancy new addition or pricey landscaping. Your home may just need a facelift to restore its former beauty, and once again you can be the crown jewel…

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06
Aug

Why New Siding is a Good Investment

Thinking of getting siding for your home? It’s a wise decision, especially from a financial standpoint. Remodeling Magazine’s annual "Cost vs. Value" study for 2019 shows replacing your siding returns more than 88 percent of your cost in improved home value for New England homes, among the highest return on investment for any remodeling project. Plus, you get a beautiful home, lower maintenance requirements, and improved insulation against the winter…

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21
May

Benefits of Fiber Cement Siding vs. Vinyl Siding

While you can’t go wrong installing either type of siding, fiber cement holds certain advantages over vinyl that make it a better choice. Since fiber cement is comprised of cement-like materials and wood fibers, it is stronger than vinyl and less susceptible to wind or weather damage. It also won’t burn, melt or warp with heat exposure, which are big advantages over vinyl.  If you’re considering a home improvement, it’s…

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19
Feb

4 Signs You Need New Siding

Your siding encounters a lot of wear and tear on a daily basis, from heat and cold to impact from blown objects and more. Over time, your siding’s role in protecting your home could be compromised, especially if you never perform any preventive maintenance. Your siding should be water resistant, provide insulation, and add curb appeal. If your siding isn’t doing all – or any! - of those things, it…

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06
Nov

Siding Maintenance Tips

Maintaining your siding doesn’t take a lot of work but there are some things you should do to keep it looking and functioning great. This will ensure a long-lasting life span for your home, keep costly repairs at bay and keep your annual upkeep tasks to a minimum. Without regular maintenance, your siding won’t look as attractive as it could, diminishing its curb appeal and value. Plus, you may find…

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07
Aug

What Makes Fiber Cement Siding the Best Choice for New England?

Looking to update your home’s siding? Living in New England, it is important to choose a material that is durable and can stand up to the harsh weather variations we experience. On top of that, it can create more value for your home and keep you more comfortable in all seasons. While the ROI on vinyl siding is nothing to sneeze at, it is even better with fiber cement siding,…

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19
Jun

5 Signs You Need New Siding

If your house has been looking a little tired lately, it could need a facelift. New siding is the perfect solution to restore the former glory of your home. Peeling paint…fading…chipping…rot…you may experience all of these things with your old siding. If it’s time for a makeover, siding is a great home improvement project that will increase your property value. Check out these five signs you need new siding. Hail…

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03
Apr

Why James Hardie Fiber Cement is the Next Generation in Siding

Choosing the right siding for your home should take into account anything from good looks and affordability to durability and low maintenance. If you take a look at vinyl, wood, stucco or even brick, you may get a couple out of those four but not all. However, consider fiber cement, which meets all qualifications mentioned above. That’s because it’s a resilient combination of wood pulp, water, fly ash and portland…

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08
Feb

Making the Right Choice for Your New Siding

If you’re tired of your old, peeling siding that you have to paint every few years at great expense, it’s time to consider overhauling your home and adding a more durable and long-lasting option. From vinyl and wood clapboard to cedar shakes and fiber cement, you have many options when it comes to siding. Let’s take a look at four of the most popular. Vinyl Reduced maintenance is the main…

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