Keeping Taylor's Southern-Style Homes Sharp and Sound

Fiber Cement vs. Vinyl in Taylor

Fiber cement siding, such as James Hardie products, looks like painted wood, resists rot, insects and fire, and handles humidity well. It is heavier and costs more to install. Vinyl costs less, needs little care and comes in many colors, but can warp near grills or reflective windows and looks less like real wood up close. For homes with classic trim and porch details, many owners prefer fiber cement. Compare them on our fiber cement siding and vinyl siding installation pages.

Matching Existing Siding and Trim

Repairs on one wall raise the question of color match. Fiber cement can be painted to match nearly any color. Vinyl is harder: discontinued colors and sun fading mean a perfect match is not always possible. In that case we sometimes move existing panels from a hidden wall to the repair area and put new panels where they are less visible.

Porches and Southern Details

Porches are part of the appeal here, and they take a lot of weather. We repair and replace porch ceilings, columns, railings and floors, and build new covered porches that tie into the main roof properly. See our covered porch additions page for ideas.

Signs of Storm Damage

After hail or wind, look for cracked or dented siding, chipped paint on fiber cement, shingle pieces in the yard and dents on gutters. We inspect and provide documentation if you decide to file a claim.

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