Phoenix Hardie Board Siding

Hardie board siding is a form of the fiber-cement siding made by the manufacturer Hardie siding. James Hardie, the company's namesake, helped develop the earliest forms of fiber cement siding around the turn of the 20th century. Replacing the asbestos of this early siding material, today's fiber cement siding is made from a composite of cement, sand, water, and wood pulp. It retains the benefits of this extremely durable siding material, which is all but impervious to heat, sun, pests, fire, water, and wind. It is one of the premier and most cost-effective siding materials in Phoenix or anywhere else for that matter.

Types of Hardie Siding in Phoenix, AZ
The three primary lines of siding offered by this manufacturer are plank, shingle, and panel Hardie siding. Warranties can vary between 30 and 50 years, depending on which type you select. Each line also has a distinct look. Hardie shingles, for example, may best imitate wood siding, although each form will create a beautiful look for your home. Each can be painted or stained, and are perfect for homeowners who want bold, long-lasting colors, wood grains, or other beautiful finishes. Despite the superb performance and toughness of fiber-cement, you might also look at it as a blank slate for your decorative options.

Remember, too, that warranties are the low-end of life expectancy. If your Hardie siding is installed properly, and you give it even a minimal amount of maintenance and care, you have every reason to believe that this is the last siding installation you'll ever need.

The Cost and Value of Phoenix Hardie Board Siding
While the exact cost of any siding installation will depend, naturally, on the size of your home, we can tell you that, in general, fiber-cement siding tends to be a bit more expensive than vinyl, but cheaper than other common siding materials such as stone, brick, and synthetic stucco. Between the size of your home, the exact siding you choose, various labor costs, and design complications, you can spend anywhere from $5,000 to $20,000. Of course, even a cursory look at these factors will allow you to figure where your project might fall.

Part of the benefit of this siding's durability and performance is the resale value of the siding when it comes time to sell your home. Research suggests that you'll recoup about 80 to 85 percent of the cost of installation in increased property value. The project won't "pay for itself," but it will help deflect much of the cost, and does a lot better than most forms of residential siding.

Phoenix Hardie Board Siding Installation
There are really no reasonable circumstances under which it would be a good idea to attempt your own Hardie board siding installation in Phoenix. All fiber-cement siding requires specialized methods of installation that well surpass the skills of a generally handy homeowner. Plus, improper installation can void the manufacturer's warranty. Thus, only if you have specific experience with fiber-cement siding should you attempt DIY installation.

That said, you shouldn't take for granted that because you're paying for installation that the resulting service won't be flawed. You need to find the best local siding contractors and ones who have experience with Hardie siding. Phoenix siding contractors in ServiceMagic's database have passed a rigorous 10-step screening process that eliminates fly-by-night contractors who might pose a threat to a quality siding installation. We'll still be able to match you with several siding contractors, breeding competition and helping you find the best estimate, though you should always be wary of estimates that are substantially lower or higher than the competition. Finally, use our online customer ratings and reviews section to help make the final hiring decision between multiple, qualified contractors.

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