Siding Repair & Replacement

The siding on your house is necessary to keep the structure in tact. It is the first layer of protection against Mother Nature’s elements. Sometimes Mother Nature wins the battles and you’ll need a siding repair. Lee Brother’s Construction specializes in the following siding replacement services. Take a look and see which one will be best for your home and family.

When you need a siding replacement, you should consider a few factors: water resistance, energy efficiency, aesthetics, versatility and durability.

Vinyl Siding

This plastic siding is best known for water resistance, aesthetics and durability. This is also a versatile product because there are many different types of vinyl siding that provide different benefits depending on what you prefer. Please note that with so many different types of vinyl siding available, some features will be available for certain styles and not available for others. Contact Lee Brother’s with any questions.

Advantages:
– UV protection for lasting durability (up to 50 years)
– Water resistant
– No additional finish necessary
– Affordable

Disadvantages:
– Flammable
– Put off toxic chemicals when ignited that are very harmful
– Not extremely environmentally friendly

Aluminum Siding

Prior to the invention of vinyl siding, aluminum siding was the product of choice for many home-builders. It’s more affordable than wood, and it does not require much maintenance. It is water resistant, aesthetic and versatile.

Advantages:
– Affordable
– Strong
– Aesthetically versatile – you can paint it!
– Water resistant

Disadvantages:
– Fades quickly
– Lifespan of 30 years (This sounds like a while, but in the long run of the home, it’s considered a disadvantage).
– Weather damage (hail, wind)

James Hardie Siding

James Hardie is a world leader for fiber cement siding. Fiber cement is a combines cement, clay, sand, and wood fibers into a siding that can be painted to match your design needs. It’s best values are water resistance, aesthetic, energy efficient, versatile, and durable.

Advantages:
– Fire resistant
– Durable against rodents
– Weather resistant
– Versatile – can paint!

Disadvantages:
– More expensive
– Not completely water resistant
– Heavy

Wood Siding

This is a very natural look for your home which gives it the number one vote for aesthetic appearance. It is also energy efficient due to its natural insulation.

Advantages:
– Aesthetically pleasing
– Energy efficient
– Weather resistant
– Seam free due to trimming during installation

Disadvantages:
– Most expensive
– Heavy

Soffits & Fascia

Soffit is a mix of French and Latin meaning “formed as a ceiling, fixed underneath” which describes its location perfectly. It is located underneath the overhang of the roof. Soffits are typically made from vinyl as it is the most water resistant material and affordable. It is also energy efficient because it moderates the temperature between the attic and the rest of your home.

The fascia is the vertical edge connecting the bottom of the rafter to the soffit. This is easily damaged due to excess water as it is the first line of the roof’s defense against Mother Nature.

If you notice cracks, holes or rotting in the soffit or fascia, call Lee Brothers’ Construction for repair. Without fixing, the damage can invite rodents and moisture into your home; nobody wants that.