Siding Replacement in Atlanta, GA

What this job actually involves

Siding is a weather barrier, and what sits behind it matters as much as what you see. Replacement is the chance to find and fix hidden water damage, flash windows properly, and put the wall back together right.

How the work runs

1. 1 Inspect and choose material We check the existing siding, sheathing and trim for rot, moisture and insect damage, and talk through options: vinyl, fiber cement, engineered wood and others. Each has different costs, upkeep and installation needs.
2. 2 Remove old siding and check the wall Old siding comes off and we look at the sheathing underneath. Rotted sheathing and framing are replaced. This is where hidden water damage turns up, often around windows and below roof lines.
3. 3 Install weather barrier and flashing House wrap or building paper goes on, lapped so water sheds outward. Windows, doors and penetrations are flashed with tape and metal, which is the detail that keeps water out for the long run.
4. 4 Hang siding Siding goes up from the bottom, level, with the manufacturer's nailing and gap requirements followed. Vinyl needs room to expand in Georgia summer heat, so it is not nailed tight. Fiber cement is cut with proper dust control.
5. 5 Trim, corners and sealing Corner boards, window and door trim, and soffit and fascia details are installed and caulked with the right sealant. Fiber cement and wood are primed and painted.
6. 6 Cleanup and walkthrough Old siding, nails and scraps are hauled off, and we run a magnet over the yard for nails. We walk the house with you before closing out.

What moves the price

• House size and number of stories, including gables.
• Siding material and trim package.
• Sheathing or framing repairs discovered after removal.
• Number of windows, doors and architectural details to flash and trim around.
• Whether soffit, fascia, gutters or insulation are included.
• Painting, if the material is not factory-finished.

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Materials

We use a lapped weather barrier, metal and tape flashing at openings, and corrosion-resistant fasteners, because siding itself only works as part of that water-shedding system behind it.

Questions we get asked

How long does siding replacement take?

A typical house takes about one to three weeks of work, depending on size, material and weather. Rot repair or complex trim can extend it.

Will I be able to stay in the house?

Yes. It is noisy outside, and we keep walls closed up each day so the house is weathertight at night.

Which siding holds up best in Georgia?

Fiber cement and quality vinyl both do well. Humidity, sun and termites matter in the choice. We explain the tradeoffs and what upkeep each needs.

Do I need a permit?

In some jurisdictions yes. We tell you what applies to your address.

Can you just fix damaged sections?

Sometimes. If the damage is limited and a match is available, a repair can make sense. If the siding is aging across the house, replacement is often the better call.