Fiber Cement Siding in Dorchester, MA

What We Did

• Simonton Generations®
• James Hardie fiber cement siding
• Tyvek® house wrap
• Sherwin Williams® Resilience paint

 

 

 

This customer contacted us because they were interested in installing new siding.

 

 

 

We began the project by stripping the existing shingles, flashing and backing paper. Once we removed the backing paper, we were able to see the extensive rot that was taking place underneath her shingles.

The customer was grateful she chose us over another contractor who was interested in just covering over her shingles.

We installed blown in insulation and then replaced several pieces of sheathing We also replaced 3 windows with Simonton Generations® triple pane double hung window 

Then we installed new Tyvek® house wrap and new pre-primed James Hardie fiber cement siding and painted the home with Sherwin Williams® Resilience paint.

"I was very pleased and satisfied with the work provided by United. Adam was professional, courteous, and very communicative. I highly recommend him and the company."

James Hardie Fiber Cement Siding in Newton, MA

What We Did

• James Hardie®Fiber-Cement Siding
• New Window and door frames
• Foundation Staining
• Blown Insulation
  

 These home owners in Newton, MA were pre-approved for a Capital One home improvement loan through United. They wanted to make their home more energy efficient, update the look of their home as well as preserving the integrity of it.

First we started with the surface preparation for the project. We took off all existing gutters, stripped all of the existing wood shingles and wood clapboards.

 

 

 

 

We also took off all of the old building paper, corner boards, eves, soffits and window and door frames. Then United did the blown insulation for all areas with loose or missing insulation to make the home more energy efficient.

 

Next we applied all new Tyvek® (vapor barrier) home wrap, aluminum drip caps for window/door trim flashing, and stainless Ring-Shank siding fasteners.  After that we installed Hardie-plank siding (pre-finished) Select Cedar mill style 6 ¼" product with approximately 5" exposures.  The color was Autumn Tan 

Then United installed new aluminum flashing above all doors and windows.In conclusion we finished caulking and reinstalled their existing gutters which were in good shape. Then we cleaned all of the foundation and applied 2 coats of concrete stain to the entire foundation of the house for a finished look.

 

James Hardie® Fiber Cement Siding Cambridge, MA

What We Did

• James Hardie® Shingles
• Soffit & crown molding repair
• New basement windows: Simonton® 5500
• Exterior painting: Sherwin Williams®

This Cambridge, MA exterior project included a whole array of different projects. The customer decided to use James Hardie® un-primed individual shingles with laced corners and an 8" exposure.

We first started with the surface preparation for the project and removed all existing siding. Our carpenters then repaired and replaced many rotted areas of sheathing.

Next we applied all new Tyvek® home wrap, anodized aluminum drip caps for window/door trim flashing, and stainless steel ring shank siding fasteners.

Cellular PVC was applied to a number of areas including all windows frames, all crown molding in front and back of gables, newly replaced soffit bead boards that were rotting, and door frames to all doors leading outside.

The 8 new basement windows that were installed were white Simonton 5500 series®, double pane, low-e with argon glazing. These are very energy efficient and are surely to save money on energy in the years to come.

Lastly, it was time to paint the newly installed shingles. Our painters used a tinted latex primer to the dark topcoat color the customer desired. Only 1 coat of paint is required with this preparation technique. We also did a partial re-glaze of all windows that were missing putty. We applied the paint to all body, trim, and doors. The metal garage door was prepped a bit differently, and included 1 coat of metal primer and 1 coat of latex paint. All are surely to breathe new light into this property.

James Hardie® Fiber Cement Siding Cambridge, Mass

What We Did

• Removed and Replaced all Exterior Cedar Siding and Aluminum Siding
• Removed Tab Composite Roofing Shingles
• Installed new Architectural Certainteed Roofing Shingles
• Exterior Painting with Sherwin Williams Resilience Exterior Paint

This 200 year old building in Cambridge, Massachusetts was in need of some serious care. The building located in a historical district had been abused and mistreated over the years and lost its original historical integrity.

The owners wanted to bring the building back to its 1700's beauty and so did the historical commission of the neighborhood. As historical contracting specialists we were able to meet with historical commission and owners to provide a long lasting siding solution while at the same time maintaining the original historical integrity of the siding.

To start we removed the old aluminum siding and discovered older failing cedar siding. When the siding was removed it exposed failing sheathing and rotten wood that needed to be replaced. Plywood sheathing was installed and Tyvek HomeWrap® was applied to protect the house from moisture damage and wind.

Being local siding contractors, we were able to provide the perfect siding option which is resistant to rot and will hold exterior paint for up to 20 years or more. This siding is a fiber cement siding made by James Hardie company, called HardiePlank Siding.

Fibercement siding contractors, such as United Home Experts, are certified siding installers and we take extra care when installing it. Especially in a historical town like Cambridge, MA, the details mattered.

The goal was to achieve the original look while, at the same time, creating a low maintenance siding solution that looks like wood. To achieve this we also used Cellular PVC trim boards them used Sherwin Williams exterior paint to finish the building off. As experienced MA painters, the finish looks amazing.

We also replaced the existing 3-tab roofing material with architectural roof shingles by CertainTeed roofing based in Norwood MA. As certified Massachusetts SELECT Shingle Roofers®, we were able to offer a 20-year warranty on the roof. Most roofing contractors in MA will only give a 5-year warranty at best. The mansard roof took extra care to make sure the historical look was maintained.

In the end we were able turn a neglected and abused historical house into its original look using modern fiber cement siding, lifetime paint coatings, and long lasting roof. This historical Cambridge neighborhood was very happy with the transformation from old ugly aluminum siding to new freshly painted Hardie siding. They were especially impressed a local contracting company could do all aspects of the siding, roofing and painting.

Hardieplank® Fiber Cement Arlington, MA

What We Did

• James Hardie® fiber cement clapboards and shingles
• Seamless aluminum gutters
• Tyvek® house wrap
• Sherwin Williams® paint
• Painting & Staining: Sherwin Williams®

This customer was looking for a siding installer who could replace their stucco and aluminum siding because it was old, outdated and falling apart. Here you can see what the house looked like before.

We began this project by stripping all of the aluminum siding and wrapped it with Tyvek® house wrap to protect it from water damage and rot.

After prepping the home, we installed new James Hardie® fiber cement clapboards at 4" exposures. We also installed James Hardie® fiber cement shingles at 7" on rounded turret in the front of the house. Then we installed all new PVC trim to all rakes fascias, soffits watertable, and window frames.

You can see in this picture that the porch was literally falling apart, so we constructed a new front porch with a new column and railings. The flooring was made from Brazilian hardwood and the railings where made from cedar.

Then we painted the home with Sherwin Williams paint®. The customers were very pleased that they chose us as their Hardie® siding installer and I'm sure you can see why. They also appreciated that our painters specialize in coating fiber cement siding.

Insulated Vinyl Siding & Vinyl Windows: Roslindale, MA

What We Did

• Vinyl siding: Norandex Reynolds® Generations
• Windows & Doors: Simonton® Generations
• Carpentry Work
• Seamless Gutters
• Painting & Staining: Sherwin Williams®

This project was for a past customer of ours who used us to paint the exterior of their other home in 2001. When they moved into this new home in Roslindale, MA, they knew that there would be a lot of exterior work so they called us. They already knew we were qualified painters, and wanted to see how we faired as siding and window contractors.

First we started with the prep work for siding, windows, and doors. We stripped all old cedar shingles off, took out five old windows, and three storm doors. Then we applied Tyvek® wrap and fixed some rotted areas on the home. After that, we installed window and door trim, flashing, and PVC coated water table around the base of the house.

Then we installed Norandex Reynolds® Generations insulation-backed vinyl siding on the entire house. Next, we incorporated insulated vinyl corner posts with built in J-channel. PVC coated aluminum and custom window and door wraps.

After that we installed some Simonton® Generations replacement windows and storm doors in the home, including one slider-double pane, two low-e argon picture windows, two low-e argon double hung windows, and 3 vinyl full-lite storm doors.

The second major area of focus was the gutters and decking on the back and front porch. We installed all new seamless gutters. We rebuilt the stairs and landing for the back area. Then we installed new railings and new spindles for a fresh new look. For the front porch we removed the existing front screen and glass, and the old hand rails. We installed "Elk Railing" "Traditional Series" across the front. We also added PVC coated cladding to the porch beam.

The final step of the project was the painting and staining. Our professional installers applied Sherwin Williams® solid stain to the front porch floor, steps, ceiling and risers for a flawless new look. Then we painted the upstairs porch railings, spindles and other decorative areas on the house with Sherwin Williams® acrylic latex paint with a satin finish.

Here's what the finished job looks like. What a transformation. There's a lot to coordinate in a project of this magnitude, but in the end the house looks great!