Question 1

HOW LONG BEFORE THE WORK BEGIN?

Accepted Answer

Typically, 2 to 3 weeks after the contract is signed

Question 2

HOW LONG WILL THE WORK TAKE TO COMPLETE?

Accepted Answer

Siding: Typically, 7 to 10 days. Depends on the amount and type of siding, layout of the home and the weather. Windows: Typically, 2 days. Depends on the number of windows, and the type of windows to be installed.

Question 3

DO WE NEED TO BE AT HOME WHILE THE WORK IS BEGIN DONE?

Accepted Answer

Siding: It is not necessary while the work is being performed. It can be helpful to be there when the day work begins to make sure any questions can be addressed. Windows and Doors: Yes, it is preferred, because we will need access inside the home.

Question 4

WHEN REPLACING SIDING, IS ALL THE OLD SIDING REMOVED ON THE FIRST DAY?

Accepted Answer

No, we work the home in sections trying to take off only what we can replace in a day

Question 5

HOW IS THE NEW SIDING ATTACHED ON THE WALLS?

Accepted Answer

We use corrosion resistant nails from a pneumatic nail gun.

Question 6

WHAT KINDS OF NAILS DO YOU USE?

Accepted Answer

Electro-galvanized roofing nails for blind nailing. Double hot dipped galvanized nails for exposed nailing. Stainless steel nails near the coast.

Question 7

WHAT COLORS ARE AVAILABLE?

Accepted Answer

James Hardie®, ColorPlus® siding has 15 standard colors to choose from. Primed Hardie Plank can be painted virtually any color.

Question 8

WHAT KIND OF PAINT DO YOU USE?

Accepted Answer

Sherwin Williams.

Question 9

HOW IS THE PAINT APPLIED?

Accepted Answer

Most areas will be applied with spray guns. Some confined and smaller areas may be rolled and all jobs may have brush work for detailed painting.

Question 10

HOW DO YOU KEEP THE RAIN WATER FROM GETTING INTO THE HOUSE?

Accepted Answer

The siding is designed to take the brunt of the water. The moisture barrier in conjunction with flashing and window tape keep the water from getting into the wall cavity.

Question 11

WILL IT PROTECT MY HOUSE IF IT FLOODS?

Accepted Answer

No, Siding systems are designed to shed the water down the walls. It will not stop rising water from major or localized flooding.

Question 12

HOW DO YOU MANAGE THE DISCARDED CONSTRUCTION DEBRIS?

Accepted Answer

Most of our crews have a dump trailer that they will park on site. Our crews pick up and clean up every day to keep your home site as neat as possible. After the completion of the job, they will run a magnetic nail sweep over the yard.

Question 13

HOW MANY HOUSES DOES THE CREW WORK ON AT THE SAME TIME?

Accepted Answer

We schedule our crew so they are on only one home at a time.

Question 14

IF YOU DO FIND DAMAGE BEHIND THE OLD SIDING IS THAT STILL COVERED OR ARE THERE ANY ADDITIONAL CHARGES?

Accepted Answer

Minor damage can usually be handled with the scope of the contract. If we get into a large area of damage or defects there may be an additional cost.

Question 15

DO YOU WORK ON THE WEEKEND?

Accepted Answer

Saturday is usually a work day for us. We rarely work on Sundays and only upon customer approval.

Question 16

WHAT KIND OF INSPECTIONS ARE REQUIRED BEFORE AND AFTER WORK IS COMPLETED?

Accepted Answer

That depends upon local municipality. Some cities only require a permit fee. Coastal areas may require a T.D.I. Windstorm inspection. Houston Siding will take care of obtaining permits and inspections.

Question 17

ARE ALL PERMITS AND INSPECTIONS INCLUDED?

Accepted Answer

It is not part of the base price but can be included in the price.

Question 18

HOW DO I HANG THINGS ON MY NEW SIDING?

Accepted Answer

If it is something light weight, like a temperature sensor, simply use a coarse screw. If it is something with some weight, like a hose reel, it will need to be attached to the framing behind the siding.

Question 19

WHAT IS LOW E HOUSE WRAP?

Accepted Answer

A radiant barrier house wrap with a foil backing. It is a certified moisture barrier.

Question 20

WILL NEW WINDOWS REDUCE OUTSIDE NOISE?

Accepted Answer

Double pane windows do a great job in reducing noise.

Question 21

HOW TO DO YOU REPLACE WINDOWS IN A BRICK-FACE HOME?

Accepted Answer

Our installer will remove the glass from the window then they collapse the frame to remove it.

Question 22

HOW DO YOU WORK AROUND PLANTS?

Accepted Answer

Because most homes have flower beds right up next to the home, we cannot avoid them. So, we try to cover, protect, or pull back out of the way as best we can. No matter how careful we are, we have to get into the flower beds to work and some damage may occur.

Question 23

WHAT ARE YOUR WARRANTIES?

Accepted Answer

Our standard labor warranty is 5 years plus whatever manufacturer warranty applies.

Question 24

DO YOU REPLACE INSULATION IF IT IS BAD OR MISSING?

Accepted Answer

Yes, a small amount is included in the price. Larger areas of insulation will be replaced at an additional cost.

Question 25

DO I NEED TO DO ANY PREPARATIONS BEFORE THE WORK BEGIN?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if any of the exterior walls have pictures or shelves on them, you may want to remove them so they will not fall during construction. If you have something that is not on an outside wall and are concerned about it, please remove it.

Question 26

BECAUSE HARDIPLANK@ SIDING IS CONCRETE, WILL THE WEIGHT OF IT AFFECT THE STRUCTURE OF MY HOUSE?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely not. HardiePlank® siding weighs 2.3 lbs per square foot. That is about the same weight as 5/8" thick sheetrock. It has been installed on over 5.5 million homes and the weight of the product has never been an issue.

Question 27

AFTER THE NEW SIDING IS INSTALLED, DOES IT NEED TO BE PRIMED BEFORE IT IS PAINTED?

Accepted Answer

No, all Hardi material comes pre-primed from the factory. It is ready for painting when it is applied to the house./p>

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