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James Hardie Fiber Cement Siding: ColorPlus vs Primed
In today's world, we have more choices than ever when it comes to siding than we ever have had before. Today, we are going to talk about James Hardie Color Plus siding vs. James Hardie primed siding. ColorPlus Pros: 1) Faster time to completion; since the product is...
When is it time to re-side your home?
Let's face it - re-siding your home is not in our top 10 things of what we want to spend our hard earned money on. We get it! However, protecting the largest investment in your life is important! So, how do you know when it's time? Here are 9 indicators: 1) Dry rot -...
Understanding Windows
Frame Options Vinyl Benefits: Energy efficient, least expensive. Disadvantages: Weaker material means a thicker frame (less "window"), expands and contracts, deteriorates over time. Aluminum Benefits: Thin, solid and strong, inexpensive.Disadvantages: Very low energy...
5 Things to Look for When Hiring a Residential Contractor
Licensing Be sure they are licensed, bonded and insured. You can check Oregon contractors out at https://www.oregon.gov/ccb. From here you can enter the contractors name to see if they have any complaints and the status of those complaints. If you decide to work with...
How do I know I need new siding?
6 Things to Keep in Mind Dry Rot The first sign you need new siding is dry rot. How do you know if you have dry rot? If you inspect the wood, it is soft and you can push it in. We often use a screwdriver to test. The most common places we find dry rot is in the...