Hardie board siding can be an excellent investment for homeowners. Not only can it add significant value to a home, but if the owner ever decides to sell, their initial investment may easily return in full when selling later on.
Ceramic material is durable and resistant to water, fire, impact and pest infestation. Furthermore, its maintenance requirements are significantly less compared with wood.
Remove the Damaged Boards
Hardie Plank siding adds great value to any home, yet requires regular maintenance and repairs in order to prevent moisture damage to your structure. Precision Contracting Services can take care of these needs for you!
Before beginning any repairs or removal work on your house, ensure the area around it is free from debris, furniture or potted plants are moved away from the work area to prevent potential damage and wear a dust mask to protect yourself from inhaling any silica dust released during the process.
Next, use a pry bar or hammer to dislodge any nails or screws hidden behind overlapping boards. Be careful not to damage existing panels while doing this task; once any damaged boards have been extracted they should be put aside in an easy location for disposal later.
Fill the Cracks
Next, fill any cracks that have developed in your hardieplank siding using high quality putty that is tailored specifically for this material type. After filling any holes or fissures in the hardieplank, sand them down before painting over them with colors to complement its design.
If there are other areas that need repair, use a caulking compound formulated for your specific type of siding to apply repairs with ease. A tube caulking gun makes this easier. Once repaired areas have been caulked back over, clean your hardiplank to restore its appearance; maintaining curb appeal increases home value and this type of siding often comes in multiple textures and colors so you can achieve exactly the look you’re going for!
Apply Caulk
HardiePlank siding is an attractive and practical choice for home exterior enhancement. Its deep embossing creates an eye-catching natural aesthetic while being highly durable and low maintenance – as well as offering flexibility to individual tastes and requiring no fireproofing measures for earthquake-prone regions.
Install new boards using a hardie-specific nail gun to ensure they are properly fastened. Make sure the nails penetrate at least 1-1/4 in. into each stud, and fasten each plank that makes up a butt joint to its adjacent stud for proper fastening.
Caulking between butt joints does not work well with James Hardie products; flashing each joint instead provides a more durable seal to stop water seepage behind siding panels and prevent it from seeping behind it. Also make sure only permanent flexibility caulk is applied – any paint applied over its 15-year limited ColorPlus warranty period voids its finish warranty.
Paint the Area
Home siding is exposed to harsh elements on a daily basis and takes an enormous beating, so it is crucial that it be constructed of quality materials capable of withstanding weather, fire, pests and any potential damages.
James Hardie board siding is an increasingly popular alternative to vinyl, offering significant cost-cutting potential over the long haul. Additionally, its higher resale value and curb appeal help increase long-term savings; plus it is noncombustible – helping lower insurance premiums!
James Hardie board offers an assortment of styles and textures, such as lap siding (HardiePlank), vertical HardiePanel siding, HardieTrim trim boards around windows and doors as well as soffitt and fascia boards in various colours – with custom color matching available as well.