When trying to select a new type of siding for your home in Denver, it is important to know all the tough questions about your options (especially if you’re a new homeowner). We wanted to take one of the most common siding options (James Hardie Cement Siding) and collect the most common questions we get from our clients.
How does the cost of James Hardie Fiber Cement Siding Compare to other siding options? Different siding repair companies will figure out different ways to make this question confusing. They will take their own installation costs or markups to determine whether James Hardie Fiber Cement Siding is compared to your other options instead of just relaying the hard cost associated with the product. Here are all the other siding options that James Hardie is typically less expensive than:
- Brick
- Many composite siding options
- Stucco
- Synthetic stucco
The main material that James Hardie Fiber Cement Siding is more expensive than is vinyl siding which makes it a very affordable option for homeowners living in Denver.
How does the process go when installing James Hardie Siding? The process goes in a series of steps. Here they are:
- Meet with a representative from Denver Siding Repair to evaluate your needs and compile a formal estimate.
- Select the details around color, type of style, and the trim type.
- We begin stripping the house of your old siding in preparation for the new James Hardie siding.
- The wrap is installed, and we ensure that all seams are completely taped.
- Trim and James Hardies siding is then installed.
- Review all the seams and make sure that any caulking is done where needed.
- We have a final inspection where you the homeowner review the work. Once approved, you will sign off on the completed work.
Is there only one kind of look for James Hardie Fiber Cement Siding? This is a very common question for those with unique homes that they want to maintain the look and feel of. Luckily, we have an option that will work from contemporary homes all the way to farmhouse. We will review those options in step 2 mentioned above.
How hard is it to maintain James Hardie Fiber Cement Siding? The nice thing about this siding option is the low amount of effort needed for maintenance. Since we live in Colorado which exposes us to most of nature’s elements, you can expect to wash down the exterior siding every 6 -18 months (personal choice dictates that gap). A simple pressure washer should suffice and remove any of the dirt that is on the siding.
Try to keep your landscaping plants and trees from growing into the side of your home to maintain separation between the siding and said landscaping. This will likely require regular trim that you already do as a homeowner.
Is James Hardie Fiber Cement Siding waterproof? Yes.
Is the siding painted or stained? Painted.
What materials make fiber cement siding? It is a combination of cement, sand, and cellulose.
How long can I expect my James Hardie Fiber Cement Siding to last living in Denver? The siding can last up to 50 years depending on the amount of regular care/maintenance and exposure to extreme elements.
