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

Serving Fruitland, MD and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Found them on Angie's List. Great working with Bill! Took 1 day longer than expected but I'd rather that than rushed. Very professional, punctual and reliable. Cleaned up everyday including rolling a magnet everyday. Would use them again and recommend to anyone."
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Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Exterior Pros of America
4.5(
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Metal Siding: Install or Completely ReplaceMetal Siding: Repair or Partially ReplaceSiding Installation or Repair+4 more

Serving Fruitland, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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They were awesome.

I shopped windows like crazy. They have their own special window that is very nice and energy efficient.

They scheduled the roof first. Two days later they did my siding and windows.

Excellent cleanup.

They were not the lowest price, but were close. About $1000 higher than the lowest bid.

I highly recommend them to anyone need exterior work done.

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MJ Home Services LLC
4.0(
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Metal Siding: Install or Completely ReplaceMetal Siding: Repair or Partially ReplaceSiding Installation or Repair+4 more

Serving Fruitland, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did an excellent job! I was worried about mold in the basement and they found some, destroyed it completely then water proofed! I've already told my neighbors about this company and I'd hire them again! The crew was very professional and took time to answer any questions I had."
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Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Siding questions, answered by experts

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 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.

Some homeowners use caulk on the edges of clapboard siding to help seal it. However, this method invites new problems. With so many gaps sealed, clapboard siding is often unable to drain properly and moisture from rain or other sources can build up inside. This can lead to rot and other issues over time. When repairing clapboards, it’s best to avoid caulking the final product. The exception is trim around windows and doors, which should be caulked to avoid moisture problems.

The main differences between dutch lap versus clapboard siding have to do with their design and texture. Clapboard siding features flat, beveled planks stacked at a slight angle, offering a simple, traditional look. Dutch lap siding features a subtly concave surface along with a notch that creates a shadowed look between the boards. This eye-catching design often resembles wood grain and introduces a noticeable shadow line, making it more visually interesting compared to the simpler look of clapboard siding.

Traditional clapboard siding, particularly with panels made from wood, is not a significant insulator on its own. However, you can keep your home cooler in summer and warmer with "insulated clapboard siding," which is a type of vinyl clapboard siding with a built-in foam insulation. Consult a local siding contractor to determine whether insulated siding is right for your home.

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