Every project begins with a thorough consultation. We listen to your goals, discuss your aesthetic preferences, and evaluate the specific needs of your home. We’ll walk you through the pros and cons of our recommended siding materials for the Pacific Northwest climate, helping you choose the perfect option for your budget and maintenance preferences. Once a material is selected, we create a detailed project plan and timeline.

Our process is designed to ensure nothing is overlooked, from initial tear-off to the final walkthrough.

Step 1: Delivery and Site Preparation

Before we begin, all materials are delivered to your property and carefully inspected for quality. We treat your property with respect, preparing the site by protecting landscaping, patios, and walkways as needed.

Step 2: Removal of Old Siding (Tear-Off)

We carefully remove all of your old siding and haul it away for proper disposal. This step is crucial because it allows us to inspect what’s underneath. Many contractors will install new siding over old siding (“re-siding”), which can trap hidden rot and moisture issues. A full tear-off is the only way to ensure a healthy, sound substrate.

Step 3: Sheathing and Structural Inspection

With the walls exposed, we conduct a critical inspection of your home’s wall sheathing. This is where we often find hidden problems like [link to /dry-rot-repair/]dry rot[/link] or pest damage that were concealed by the old siding. If any damaged sheathing is discovered, we will address it properly, replacing the compromised sections to ensure a solid and secure nailing surface for your new siding.

Step 4: Installation of the Weather-Resistive Barrier (WRB)

This is one of the most important steps for protecting your home. We install a high-quality WRB, often referred to as house wrap, over the sheathing. This barrier acts as your home’s last line of defense, preventing any incidental moisture that gets behind the siding from reaching your home’s wooden structure, while still allowing water vapor to escape from inside. All seams are professionally taped to create a continuous, waterproof seal.

Step 5: Flashing, Trim, and Detail Work

Before the siding goes on, we meticulously install all necessary flashing around windows, doors, and roof intersections. This metal work is critical for directing water away from the most vulnerable areas of your home. We also install all corner posts and exterior trim at this stage, creating the framework for the siding.

Step 6: Precision Siding Installation

Our expert crews then begin installing the new siding panels. We follow all manufacturer guidelines to the letter, ensuring proper nailing patterns, clearances, and panel spacing. This precision is key to the siding’s performance, durability, and warranty coverage. Each panel is cut and fitted with care for a clean, beautiful finish.

Step 7: Final Caulking, Finishing, and Cleanup

All remaining gaps and seams are sealed with high-quality, flexible sealant to create a final waterproof barrier. We perform any necessary paint touch-ups and then conduct a thorough site cleanup, including a magnetic sweep to collect any stray nails.

Step 8: The Final Walkthrough

The project is not complete until you are 100% satisfied. We will conduct a final walkthrough with you, inspecting every detail of the finished work and answering any questions you may have.

A successful siding replacement is more than just nailing up new panels. It’s a systematic process that ensures every layer of your home’s exterior envelope is sound, sealed, and secure. Our commitment to this detailed process is your guarantee of a beautiful, durable, and protective siding system that will last for decades.

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