Great Siding Options for Your Home

Brand new siding installed on a home

Siding is one of those things that can make a big difference in your home’s curb appeal. It adds color, dimension, and texture, making your home stand out from the neighbors. However, not all siding is the same. And, many homeowners don’t know that they have options beyond the typical vinyl siding that we see […]

Ideal Siding Solutions for Your Home

Your home’s siding put up with a lot from the elements, from the sunlight to snowstorms. The beating can take a toll on the siding and diminish its strength and beauty over time. How you go about selecting the right siding for your home requires taking into account your unique needs. Is there a particular…

Tips for Hiring a Siding Contractor

Hiring someone to work on your home is always a stressful process. Not only are you trusting them to improve your home, but you’re also spending a lot of money to do so! Home improvement projects aren’t the time to skimp or hire the first person you find. Siding contractors are responsible for properly installing…

Siding Installation and Weather

The siding on your home plays a big part in the curb appeal and functionality of your space. Good siding makes it easier for your home to maintain the desired temperature inside, keeps bad weather out, and prevents pests from entering the home. If your siding is damaged or needs to be replaced, it should be…

Deciding on Your Home’s Siding

Do you remember the saying about inner beauty? Well, in the case of house sidings, the beauty lies in both the exterior and the interior. The several benefits of adding siding to your house include protection for your house structure, a long-lasting paint job, and an improved property value. You also get added advantages like…

Why Choose Fiber Cement Siding?

In your search for the perfect new siding for your home, you’ve likely come across a few different types. One type that you may not know much about is fiber cement siding. Although it may not be as well known as vinyl or aluminum siding, it’s a great option for many homeowners today. Here’s everything…

Siding Maintenance: When to Clean, Paint, or Replace Your Siding

Spring cleaning for homeowners isn’t complete without a thorough look at the exterior of their house. After a winter of possible storms, snow, and ice, it’s possible that there might have been damage to the home, with siding bearing the brunt of it. And as winter precipitation fades, it’s the perfect time to clean, paint…

The Best Siding Materials for New Jersey Homes

The siding of your home is a major protector of your entire home’s exterior. Today, there are many options out there for homeowners. Your home’s siding needs to be able to protect you from tough New Jersey weather as well as improving the appearance of your home. New siding is one of the easiest improvements…

Fiber Cement vs. Engineered Wood Siding

Are you getting ready to do a siding project? Maybe you are thinking about which siding material/board is right for the job. Today, you have a few options on the market that you can choose from to complete your project. Fiber cement and engineered wood siding are two popular options. They are made from different…

How to Choose a Siding Color for Your House

Your home’s siding is crucial for protecting it from the elements. It’s the first barrier against weather and pests or anything else that comes in contact with your home. So it’s important to have siding on your home that’s able to protect you from the harsh New Jersey climate. There are many considerations to keep…

Wood and Vinyl: How they compare in Winter weather

Wood and vinyl siding are popular siding options that have been around for a long time, but that doesn’t always mean that they’re the best option for your home. When selecting new siding for your home it’s important to know all of the options and how they compare in different climates. With winter approaching, we…

Why James Hardie?

If you have been on the hunt looking for good siding to install into your home, then you probably have run into the name James Hardie at least once, if not several times over. This is not surprising, considering they are one of the biggest names in the housing materials industry. But what is it…

Will Fiber Cement Hold Paint Longer Than Wood?

All the fiber cement we sell comes factory-painted. That means it’s primed and painted before we ever put it on. It comes with a factory finish that’s guaranteed for 15 years. The manufacturer, James Hardie, has a broad palette of 26 popular colors to choose from. You might be thinking: hey, I want something unique!…

Vinyl Siding: It Is What It Is

You’ve probably seen a bunch of alternatives, including the many different brands of vinyl siding. Like everything, siding evolves. And 35 years ago, if you asked someone about siding, chances are they would’ve mentioned aluminum siding. Right now it’s a cultural cliché, thanks in small part to the movie Tin Men, which featured characters, self-described…

13 Frequently Asked Questions About HardiePlank Siding

HardiePlank siding, a specific type of fiber-cement siding, has quickly become one of the most popular forms of siding in the United States, and for good reason. It’s one of the best, most durable forms of siding available, and it puts old-school vinyl siding (and most other types of siding) to shame in terms of longevity and…

Five reason why you should choose James Hardie Fiber Cement over Vinyl Siding

1. Expansion & Contraction Because vinyl siding expands when heated and contracts when it cools, meaning it will actually move on your walls, great care has to be used to properly install it. VSI, the Vinyl Siding Institute, instructs that vinyl siding has to be nailed properly to allow the panels to move to compensate…

Sustainable Siding: What Makes a Building Material Green

If you’re an eco-conscious 21st century consumer, you’re not alone in wanting to invest in products and solutions that minimize your environmental footprint. Don’t worry – undertaking a major home improvement project, like renovating your home’s siding, doesn’t have to produce a negative environmental impact. As you undertake your search for the right siding material,…

How to Properly Install James Hardie Siding

K & B Home Remodelers, a James Hardie Preferred Remodeling Contractor located near Morristown, New Jersey will now show you how to properly install James Hardie Fiber Cement Siding, which is quickly becoming the most desired exterior cladding in Morris County. Unlike aluminum and vinyl siding, which usually goes directly over most home’s existing wood…

How to Choose Siding for Your Home: Vinyl or Fiber Cement?

The siding on your home plays a vital role in protecting it from the elements, insulating your interior, and let’s face it, keeping your house looking good from the outside. Unfortunately, siding doesn’t last forever. If you’re building a new house or renovating an old one, your choice of siding can play a central role, with regard…

Why Choose a James Hardie® Preferred Contractor

Is your siding starting to show signs of damage? Are you considering getting your siding replaced? When you’re in need of siding replacement, you have to make sure that you’re hiring a company that can provide you with the right products, installation, and warranties. Why Hire a Preferred James Hardie® Installer K&B Home Remodelers is…