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Q: What happens if you don’t wrap a house before installing siding?

• <div><p>Not wrapping a house before installing siding can lead to moisture intrusion, rot, mold, and even higher energy bills. Older houses may have siding installed without wrap underneath, so it&rsquo;s a good idea to add a wrap layer when it comes time to replace old siding to prevent potential damage from water intrusion&mdash;local codes may even require it, so check with your municipal building authority. </p></div>

Q: What’s under aluminum siding?

• <div><p>Many people remove aluminum siding to get to the wood underneath, allowing them to paint, stain, or finish the wood to give the home a brand-new aesthetic. With that in mind, you find plywood and related types of wood underneath aluminum siding, but you also run into fiber cement board, strand board, and a diverse array of other building materials. It depends on the original design of the house. </p></div>

Q: How can you clean painted aluminum siding?

• <div><p>To clean painted aluminum siding, use a mixture of mild detergent and water applied with a soft brush or sponge. Rinse thoroughly with a garden hose to remove soap residue. For stubborn stains, <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-clean-aluminum-siding.htm">cleaning aluminum siding</a> with a power washer on a low-pressure setting can be effective. But avoid using high pressure, which could damage the paint. </p></div>

Q: What is the best stain for cedar siding?

• <div><p>Oil-based stains are preferred over latex or water-based varieties because your home's cedar siding must constantly withstand the weather conditions in your location. These stains provide better penetration into the wood to more effectively protect it from UV rays and water infiltration. Oil-based stains are available in transparent, semi-transparent, opaque, or solid-color selections to achieve the look you desire. </p></div>

Q: How do I calculate how much vinyl log siding to purchase?

• <div><p>To calculate how much siding you need for exterior walls, first measure the height and width of the rectangular walls. For the triangular gable walls, measure the width and then the height from the ground to the tallest gable point.</p><ul><li><p>For the rectangular walls, the calculation is: length x height</p></li><li><p>For the triangular gable walls, the calculation is: (length x height) / 2</p></li></ul><p>Once you add these up, include an additional 10% to account for any wastage.</p></div>

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Last update on May 02, 2024

Reviewed in May 2024
We hired Safety First Remodeling to side our home and install two small windows in our walk-in closet. It has been two years since the company was hired and the job is still not done. The windows are still not installed and the siding is gradually falling off our home and garage. Buyer beware....
Safety First Flooring Solutions, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2020
Not one negative. Quick efficient . Could not be happier. Wish our siding contractor was half as good
Titan Gutters, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2018
EXCELLENT job on all areas - siding, awning and gutters. The crew was on time every day, did high quality work, very professional, communicated with home owner every day, couldn't be more happy. The price was very reasonable too especially compared to competitors in the Sioux City market. Even...
Mullin Awning & Siding
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Reviewed in April 2018
Mike was a pleasure to work with and was very responsive in the time leading up to the job and while the work was being completed. I was kept up to date and his team came in at budget and on time. We were very pleased with our new siding as well as the stone veneer that was added to our lake...
All Pro Contracting
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Reviewed in January 2018
Workers were great, and did a fantastic job on the siding. Cleanup wasn't the best it could have been! Second project was roofing, a different crew and another awesome job! Again cleanup wasn't up to standards! Third project was gutters. Again another crew and was done right!
Universal Renovations
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Reviewed in November 2017
I paid in full, up front for my roof to be completed by a professional. It took more than two months for this to be completed, during which time I was made to expend my time and energy trying to get the situation resolved. I was given excuse after excuse for why the job wasn't completed properly...
Dustin Hoffman Construction LLC
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Reviewed in August 2017
He does custom repairs, bathrooms, kitchens, remodeling, siding, basement finishing, stair, cabinets and door. He's done a good job. He started working a month ago and he's all done. Everything looks nice! I would recommend him to anyone. If you need your house repaired, I recommend him
Pro Handyman Services
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Reviewed in July 2017
Initial interview was fine, Contractor JERIMIAH was a great salesman, giving us the impression that we would be in comfortable hands! From that point on, it was a nightmare Roofing team finally arrived after several weather delays, and other "delays" to them being somewhere else. The roofing was...
Old Glory Roofing
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Reviewed in March 2016
<blockquote> I initially Amanda at Windows America in October of 2014 and signed the contract for windows and doors for my house including 16 windows, 2 doors including doors with storm doors and a patio sliding door. The doors are made by Lindsay Windows in Minnesota and took until April for...
WINDOWS AMERICA
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Reviewed in February 2015
The product they had on display at the home show seemed alright. They were neither the best quality nor the worst quality I'd looked at, and seeing that they would be acceptable windows I set up an appointment to have them take measurements and give me an estimate. Things went horribly wrong...
K-DESIGNERS
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Fischer Exteriors

5.0(

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Vinyl Siding - Repair or Partially ReplaceWood or Fiber-Cement Siding - Repair or Partially ReplaceMetal Siding: Repair or Partially Replace

Serving Hinton, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Their work was timely and professional. They were great at communicating with what work was being done and letting you if they found other issues during the repair then working out a solution to make it right."

+17

Response time4 hrs

Response rate92%

41 neighbors recently requested a quote

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1-800-HANSONS (Sioux Falls Exteriors)

4.0(

665

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Vinyl Siding - Install or Completely Replace

Serving Hinton, IA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Our number one priority is to serve our customers by anticipating their needs and exceeding their expectations. We do what it takes, every day, to make Hanson's Window and Construction, Inc., the best place for our family to serve yours.

+16

24 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by86%of homeowners

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Your Home Improvement Company

3.8(

251

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Vinyl Siding - Install or Completely ReplaceWood or Fiber-Cement Siding - Install or Completely Replace

Serving Hinton, IA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They are very good came to measure a few times for the siding, windows & insulation. Send me e-mails with the progress in ordering & shipping. windows & insulation are being done tomorrow 7/7/17. Siding will be done in a few weeks."

+14

Response time2 hrs

112 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by80%of homeowners

Vinyl Siding - Install or Completely ReplaceMetal Siding: Install or Completely ReplaceWood or Fiber-Cement Siding - Install or Completely Replace

Serving Hinton, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"All the work was on time and to satisfaction! The crew was kind and professional! I would definitely use this company again for all my home improvements!"

25 neighbors recently requested a quote

Vinyl Siding - Install or Completely ReplaceWood or Fiber-Cement Siding - Install or Completely ReplaceMetal Siding: Install or Completely Replace

Serving Hinton, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did an excellent job! They were fast too, and our house looks great! The guys were all so nice and really concerned about doing it right! I would definitely recommend them!"

+15

Response time8 hrs

65 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by83%of homeowners

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Ascended Constructions

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Vinyl Siding - Install or Completely Replace

Serving Hinton, IA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2023

Offers commercial services

Were a family owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and stands behind our work. We offer over 40 years of industry experience. We specialize in Asphalt Shingle Roofing installation, replacement, and repairs. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

1 neighbors recently requested a quote

Vinyl Siding - Repair or Partially Replace

Serving Hinton, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Did the job great! I am impressed with the attention to detail"

Response time10 mins

Recommended by12%of homeowners

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Anderson Handyman Services

4.8(

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Vinyl Siding - Install or Completely ReplaceVinyl Siding - Repair or Partially ReplaceWood or Fiber-Cement Siding - Install or Completely Replace

Serving Hinton, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

"Jared was on time. It was a little cool for painting the porch but he power washed the deck. Came back later and did 2 coats to the deck floor and 1 coat to the railings and lattice. He is very quiet, works constantly. He always cleans up any mess."

Response time1 day

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Metal Siding: Install or Completely ReplaceMetal Siding: Repair or Partially ReplaceSiding Installation or Repair+4 more

Serving Hinton, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was excellent. The price was good"

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Metal Siding: Repair or Partially ReplaceVinyl Siding - Repair or Partially ReplaceWood or Fiber-Cement Siding - Repair or Partially Replace

Serving Hinton, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Yes, he is very hard working and always will to go the extra mile ."

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Siding questions, answered by experts

Not wrapping a house before installing siding can lead to moisture intrusion, rot, mold, and even higher energy bills. Older houses may have siding installed without wrap underneath, so it’s a good idea to add a wrap layer when it comes time to replace old siding to prevent potential damage from water intrusion—local codes may even require it, so check with your municipal building authority.

Many people remove aluminum siding to get to the wood underneath, allowing them to paint, stain, or finish the wood to give the home a brand-new aesthetic. With that in mind, you find plywood and related types of wood underneath aluminum siding, but you also run into fiber cement board, strand board, and a diverse array of other building materials. It depends on the original design of the house.

To clean painted aluminum siding, use a mixture of mild detergent and water applied with a soft brush or sponge. Rinse thoroughly with a garden hose to remove soap residue. For stubborn stains, cleaning aluminum siding with a power washer on a low-pressure setting can be effective. But avoid using high pressure, which could damage the paint.

Oil-based stains are preferred over latex or water-based varieties because your home's cedar siding must constantly withstand the weather conditions in your location. These stains provide better penetration into the wood to more effectively protect it from UV rays and water infiltration. Oil-based stains are available in transparent, semi-transparent, opaque, or solid-color selections to achieve the look you desire.

To calculate how much siding you need for exterior walls, first measure the height and width of the rectangular walls. For the triangular gable walls, measure the width and then the height from the ground to the tallest gable point.

For the rectangular walls, the calculation is: length x height
For the triangular gable walls, the calculation is: (length x height) / 2

Once you add these up, include an additional 10% to account for any wastage.

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