Siding plays a key role in protecting the frame of the house and the people in it, as well as the contents. Without a strong siding material to help shield and repel the weather and insects, as well as to prevent rot, mold or fungus, it is only a matter of time before serious problems occur, the kind of problems that can’t be washed away with a little bleach. If your home exterior is in need of a new protective skin, you may want to consider fiber cement siding from James Hardie. As siding contractors serving the greater Minneapolis area, we highly recommend James Hardie siding.
Traditionally the materials used in finishing the exterior of a home were brick or wood siding. Today, there are several other options which perform as well as or better than brick and wood. Fiber cement is a type of siding that is extremely durable and one which has gained a lot of popularity over the past few years, and James Hardie is leading the way in the industry. The James Hardie Company manufactures fiber cement board siding that looks and feels like real wood but has the strength and durability of cement. In fact it is quite likely that once the existing siding has been replaced with the cement fiber siding, the home owner may never need to replace any portion of the siding during the rest of his or her lifetime.
James Hardie fiber cement siding is unique because it is a manufactured siding, which means it is engineered to fit together very tightly at all the seams. This means keeping out wind and water, and that it greatly limits an entryway for rodents or small animals. This will extend the life of your home more than can be calculated, and it will place your home in a class by itself. Hail, flying debris, insects, and anything else that seeks to break down your home from outside will be stopped right in its tracks when it comes up against James Hardie siding. And because James Hardie siding is engineered for eight separate climate conditions, you can be sure that you will have the exact type and style of siding best suited for Minnesota weather.
If you’re interested in finding out more about this unique siding product, call Iron River Construction to find out more. We provide exterior home remodeling services for homeowners in Minneapolis and greater metropolitan area. 952-442-1762
