JAMES HARDIE SIDING INSTALLATIONS

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James Hardie fiber cement checklist of features and benefits compared to other types of siding.

James Hardie Fiber Cement Siding 

James Hardie® fiber cement products combine beautiful design with high performance. These products enhance curb appeal and excel in durability. James Hardie pioneered the fiber cement industry, inventing the material over 30 years ago. Since then, the company has always been ahead of the curve when it comes to fiber cement siding.

In fact, technology advancements put James Hardie five generations ahead of generic fiber cement. This is due to the company’s investment of more than $100 million in research and development of their fiber cement products. 

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Fiber Cement Siding vs. Vinyl Siding

There are many reasons to choose James Hardie siding over vinyl, the first of which is appearance. James Hardie siding is over five times thicker than vinyl, allowing for deeper grooves and a more authentic wood-grain effect. The result is more elegant than vinyl (which is plastic), particularly on a historic home.

Then comes function. Vinyl melts easily in a fire (or even from the sun’s reflection off low-E glass windows); James Hardie products are noncombustible. Vinyl may crack and warp from the elements; James Hardie products are more durable and resist warping, sagging, and melting.

Fiber Cement Siding vs. Wood Siding

James Hardie siding is not only less expensive than wood, it won’t be eaten by animals or insects like wood is. It also resists water absorption better than wood, even where the manufacturer’s recommended protections are followed, helping protect against mold.

When there’s a fire, James Hardie siding is much better at withstanding damage, while wood goes up in flames.

Wood may split, crack, and deteriorate over time, while James Hardie siding resists weather damage and keeps its shape for a much longer time, which means less maintenance to worry about year after year.

Fiber Cement Siding vs. Composite

James Hardie fiber cement is specifically formulated to better resist damage from the very predators — moisture, freezing temperature, humidity, pests, and fire — that pose threats to wood-based products.

Oriented strand board (OSB), also known as wood composite or engineered wood siding, consists of wood strands bonded together under heat and pressure with a resin. When used for exterior siding, it’s susceptible to rotting from water damage.

The bottom edges of OSB can expand and split over time where exposed to cyclic wet and freezing conditions.

A two-story home with gray fiber cement siding, a white French style sliding glass door on first floor and long row of double-hung windows with grids on second floor above. Walkway to the right.

James Hardie Siding Installation in Burtonsville, MD

Chase Remodeling offers expert siding installation and replacement in Burtonsville, MD. If you’re considering James Hardie siding for your home, rely on us for quality siding replacement. We’re here to enhance your Burtonsville, MD, home with top-notch siding solutions.

In addition to siding, we specialize in professional exterior remodeling services, including roof replacements and window and door installations.

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Contact Us for James Hardie Siding Installation

Interested in discovering the benefits of James Hardie fiber cement siding for your home? Our team at Chase Remodeling, a division of Insulators Home Exteriors, is here to help. Known for its durability, low maintenance, and exceptional curb appeal, James Hardie siding is a top choice for homeowners in Burtonsville, MD.

Whether you’re looking for more information, expert guidance, or a customized quote, we’re ready to help.

Contact us today to schedule your free consultation and take the first step toward transforming your home’s exterior.

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