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Category: Siding

What Pests Can Damage Your Home’s Siding?

February 16, 2023
Updated on April 17, 2023

Justin Porter

When pests like termites, carpenter ants, and woodpeckers invade your home’s siding, the damage they create can be overwhelming. Costly extermination, repairs, and even siding replacement may result.  Pest infestation destroys the function and looks of your siding and can lead to structural issues depending on which pests are involved and how long they have…

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How to Tell if Your Siding Was Installed Improperly

January 13, 2023
Updated on April 17, 2023

Justin Porter

It can be frustrating when your siding fails to do its job, especially when it’s due to poor installation work.  Learn common signs that can pop up from faulty installation, and see how it pays off to have your siding installed by a trusted siding contractor who cares about doing the job right.  What Happens…

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What Causes Vinyl Siding to Warp?

December 13, 2022
Updated on April 17, 2023

Justin Porter

Warped vinyl siding compromises your home’s protective layer and makes it vulnerable to damaging moisture penetration in your home’s walls. If left unaddressed, warped siding can create the need for major repair work, and the need to re-side your home.  Vinyl siding is made of plastic, and it can melt or bend when subjected to…

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Why Asbestos Siding Is Dangerous and What to Replace It With

November 14, 2022
Updated on April 17, 2023

Justin Porter

When you realize your home is covered in siding that contains asbestos, it can feel alarming and a little scary due to the health hazards that asbestos is known for. When asbestos is mobilized (when siding is removed), it can pose a health risk if inhaled or ingested. As a result, extreme caution needs to…

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Hardie Board or Cedar Siding—Which Is Best for My Home?

October 10, 2022
Updated on April 17, 2023

Justin Porter

When you’re in need of new siding and faced with the decision of which material to choose, two popular options are bound to emerge: gorgeous cedar wood siding and durable Hardie Board siding. While both have a variety of different benefits, taking the time to learn the facts about each will help you make an…

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7 Ways to Personalize Your Split-Level Home with Hardie Siding

August 12, 2022
Updated on April 17, 2023

Justin Porter

Split-Level home customized with James Hardie Siding by Porter Family Contracting in Chester County, PA

Rather than seeing your split-level home’s design as challenging to work with, embrace its look by highlighting its uniqueness. Your home offers a practical interior layout, and you can make its exterior just as appealing by accenting its unique beauty with gorgeous James Hardie siding options.  Choose from a host of visual treats from traditional…

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What Is Fiber Cement Siding?

March 20, 2022
Updated on April 17, 2023

Justin Porter

Old, worn-out siding opens the door to water intrusion, rot, and mold in your walls. And stucco is so porous that moisture can invade subtly and cause significant damage before you even realize you have a problem.  The good news is fiber cement siding is a moisture-resistant, durable, low-maintenance product you can count on! You’ll…

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