Materials
Fiber cement vs engineered wood vs vinyl
| James Hardie | LP SmartSide | Vinyl | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Material | Fiber cement | Engineered wood | PVC |
| Look | Painted wood, crisp lines | Deep wood grain | Plastic seams visible |
| Coastal durability | Excellent | Very good | Good |
| Fire resistance | Non-combustible | Treated | Melts |
| Typical warranty | 30-year substrate | 50-year substrate | Varies |
| Relative cost | $$$ | $$ | $ |
Cost
What new siding costs on the South Shore
Vinyl, average home$25k – $45k
LP SmartSide, average home$35k – $65k
James Hardie, average home$45k – $90k
What moves the price
- House size and stories
- Rot repair found under old siding
- Trim package and window wrapping
- Removal of multiple old layers
Planning ranges only.
Our work
Siding projects on the South Shore
FAQ
Siding: questions homeowners ask
Which siding is best for coastal South Shore homes?
Fiber cement (James Hardie) holds up best to salt air, moisture and fire. LP SmartSide is a strong, lighter alternative with a deep wood grain.
Does siding replacement need a permit?
Yes, most South Shore towns require a building permit for re-siding.
Service area
Siding in Randolph and across the South Shore
Based at 42 Edwin Street in Randolph, we build siding in these towns and know how each building department works.
- Siding in Randolph, MA
- Siding in Braintree, MA
- Siding in Weymouth, MA
- Siding in Hingham, MA
- Siding in Hull, MA
- Siding in Cohasset, MA
- Siding in Scituate, MA
- Siding in Norwell, MA
- Siding in Hanover, MA
- Siding in Hanson, MA
- Siding in Pembroke, MA
- Siding in Marshfield, MA
- Siding in Duxbury, MA
- Siding in Kingston, MA
- Siding in Halifax, MA
- Siding in Plympton, MA
- Siding in Carver, MA
- Siding in Plymouth, MA