Is clapboard more expensive than vinyl siding?

• <div><p>Yes, clapboard siding generally costs more compared to vinyl. The average <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-it-cost-install-vinyl-siding.htm">cost for vinyl siding</a> is between <b>$2 and $7</b> per square foot. Meanwhile, <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-is-clapboard-siding.htm">clapboard siding costs</a> <b>$4 to $20</b> per square foot.</p></div>

Should there be a gap between the roof and the wall?

• <div><p>There should be small gaps between your roof and the walls of your home, and other buildings. These small gaps let building materials shift, expand, and contract with weather and other outside forces, and they prevent moisture from wicking down walls from roofing and gutter systems. Without these strategic gaps, your home’s exterior and its finishes can sustain water damage, decay, peel, delaminate, and crack. However, there is a fine line between a smart gap and a problematic gap—all gaps should be small, intentional, and covered or filled in with foam insulation to prevent pests from using them as access points.</p></div>

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Q: What are the alternatives to a stucco house?

• <div><p>Many people looking for an alternative to stucco consider fiber cement, stone veneer, brick, stone, and vinyl. Wood is another potentially affordable option, but it requires more maintenance than stucco, so most homeowners who like the look and minimal siding maintenance of stucco opt for brick or stone. There are many different siding options, so you&rsquo;ll need to weigh your priorities in terms of budget, aesthetics, insulation, and other factors.</p></div>

Q: What’s the difference between dutch lap and clapboard siding?

• <div><p>The main differences between <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/dutch-lap-vs-clapboard-siding.htm">dutch lap versus clapboard siding</a> 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. </p></div>

Q: Can you transform siding that’s already on your home into shou sugi ban?

• <div><p>Yes, you can shou sugi ban existing siding, but it might pose a hazard to wooden structures, shouldn&rsquo;t involve treated wood, and must be done by a siding professional. You can not char wood on a house without first removing the boards, so it&rsquo;s a more complicated replacement project than other siding types.</p></div>

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Reviewed in December 2024
I would like the job completed. The boards are bulking and the nails are exposed where he did not catch the support of the 2 by 4. The gate will not open on the left-hand side and the boards do not come all the way to the wall and there is no cement holding the support post. There are several...
Mason Residential Services
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Reviewed in September 2024
If any problems occur within a reasonable time frame related to their work, it will be resolved even after they have been paid in full. Anything this company puts their name on they take pride in it and will stick with you until you are satisfied. R&R Construction has done a full remodel for...
R&R Construction
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Reviewed in October 2023
Mr.Dean and his Co-Owner's Son drove from Nashville, Tennessee to Coldwater, Mississippi to install a beautiful and sturdy wheelchair Ã¢Â Â¿ ramp for my Beautiful Bride who is paralyzed on one side of her beautiful body and partially blind after 3 strokes so she would not have to climb...
Amramp Accessibility
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Reviewed in April 2019
Alex worked very hard to get my business. I needed to resolve some issues on the exterior of my home. I have a cedar shingle exterior on the body of the house with T-120 siding on the garage and fireplace exterior. I was experiencing some dry rot on the house, primarily where rain had splashed...
Nexlevel Construction & Roofing
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Reviewed in February 2016
I never write reviews, but I am so upset by the dishonesty of Tousley Motors. I found a vehicle on Car Gurus listed by Tousley. The (deceptive) photos looked good, and the price seemed very fair. I called to talk with someone, for more info and to hopefully negotiate a little on the price, but I...
TOUSLEY MOTORS
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Reviewed in April 2014
Before retaining in October 2013, I specifically asked if it was too late in the year to install and should I wait until Spring. I was assured no. Also, after getting quotes from three other companies it was assumed installs were all the same. Turns out not to be the case. The other bids all...
London Lawns & Landscaping
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Reviewed in October 2013
The entire job was a disaster. The tires purchased from Mathis were Goodyear F1 Eagles for a C5 Corvette. I left the car there, and went to work. First the tires were mounted wrong. For those that do not know about Corvettes, the rear tires are larger and wider than the front, and the Corvette...
MATHIS TIRE & AUTO SERVICE
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Reviewed in May 2013
OMG!!!! Great COMPANY with excellent customer service and customer repore!!!! They want the customer to be happy, that is very apparent. They started by ripping off all the rotten facia and hardy planks and repaired all the rotten facia and even did stuff that was not on the estimate, they said...
A Property Preservation Service LLC
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Reviewed in August 2012
I heard about Roy Bright, the owner of Bright's Roofing and Home Repair, from several people around town. I asked him to come out and give me a price for a new roof on my house. I was so pleased with the price that I called him back out to give me a price on siding. I wrote him a check for half...
Bright's Roofing And Home Repair
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Reviewed in July 2012
)He has just the right mix of politeness, friendliness and professionalism; he is punctual and very efficient in his work. I appreciate that in a person charging by the hour. He offers good suggestions where needed. For instance, I thought I wanted a hole drilled in the side of the bookcase...
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