Protecting your home from moisture damage and delivering long-lasting curb appeal are some of siding’s most important jobs. But how do you know which siding material will stand up to the Shawnee and greater Kansas City area’s year-round precipitation? What makes siding materials durable enough to ensure you won’t suffer the costly hassles of water…
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Avoid Pest Problems with James Hardie Siding
It can feel overwhelming when pests like termites, carpenter ants, or powderpost beetles invade your home siding, causing extensive damage before you even detect them. Expensive extermination and repairs can result, motivating you to look for pest-resistant material when you’re due for a siding replacement. Pests can wreak havoc on your siding’s important job of…
6 Reasons You Can Count on James Hardie Siding for Durability
The durable makeup of James Hardie fiber cement siding has captured the hearts of America. Resilient, tough, hard-working, and reliable, Hardie replacement siding stands up to the weather 24/7—for decades. It’s vital that homeowners take the weather into account when choosing new siding material. Shawnee and the Greater Kansas City area are part of America’s…
5 Keys to Choosing the Best Siding Material for Your Home
As a homeowner, there are 5 main elements to contemplate when deciding which siding material is best for your home. Choosing the most suitable siding material impacts your exterior’s longevity, performance, beauty, style, and durability. Your selected material will also directly impact your home’s curb appeal and value. Let’s dive in and discover the 5…
How James Hardie Siding Helps Prevents Wood Rot
When your home is well-sealed against water infiltration with James Hardie fiber cement siding, you get peace of mind that you’re safeguarded from wood rot. You can avoid the expensive problems wood rot causes by installing durable Hardie Board that resists moisture intrusion. Water penetration is your home’s enemy and leads to wood rot when…
James Hardie’s New Magnolia Collection Offers Earth Tone Colors
When you are on the hunt for siding that is stylish, fade-resistant, and easy on the eyes, we’ve got great news for you: The new Magnolia Home James Hardie collection is here! This collection consists of 16 colors from warm, earthy shades to soft neutrals. A few moody and dramatic dark hues are included, and…
Why Replace Your Cape Cod Home’s Cedar Shake Siding with HardieShingle?
When it comes to architecture, a Cape Cod home’s refreshing simplicity includes its classic steep roof, shingled exterior, symmetrical facade, and a large chimney in the middle. Its centered front entry, gabled dormers, and double-hung windows with shutters emit a comfy charm that homeowners have loved for decades. But its classic shingle siding can become…
Create Curb Appeal by Combining James Hardie and Stone Siding
Using more than one siding material or exterior cladding adds visual appeal to your home. The variety of textures boosts curb appeal and personalizes your home’s look. Enduring stone and fiber cement pair well together since they are both long-lasting and high-performance materials. Together, they create a cohesive package you’ll be thrilled with for years…
8 Reasons to Choose Fire-Resistant James Hardie Siding
You can’t put a price tag on your family’s safety in case of a fire, and siding is your home’s first line of defense against this destructive force of nature. In fact, fire-resistant James Hardie siding is vital to avoiding fire-related damage to your house — both inside and out. In the event that fire…
What to Expect During Your James Hardie Siding Installation
When you understand what is going to happen during your James Hardie siding installation, it can help you feel more at ease and ensure a good experience. At Safe Harbor Exteriors, we want you to be ready for when the installation process happens, so we’ve made you a list of exactly what to expect! 1….