When looking at homes this past summer, I realized that a lot of houses in my price range (160-260K) that were built in the 1990's had hardboard masonite siding.
But, I have since seen some more expensive homes that have the same kind of siding. I have heard bad things about this type of siding and how it could require additional maintenance, especially if it was installed improperly by the builder.
Over the past year, SouthEnd has answered a number of questions from our clients regarding their homes and the type of siding.
What year was your house built?
What type of siding do you have on your house?
If it is masonite, please give me a call and we'll provide a free in-home consultation.
Masonite siding is still used on exterior of homes and businesses, but it has been through growing pains and has lost popularity in recent years as fiber cement and vinyl siding have become more common.
If a person is purchasing an older home that needs exterior refurbishing, or if he is remodeling the outside of his present home and doesn't want to use vinyl, it is possible he is working with masonite. Before doing so, he should be sure to learn about the problems that masonite siding can have so he can make an informed decision about using it, and so he can care for it properly.
Is this type of siding still used by home builders in the Charlotte area? Not as many new homes are being constructed with masonite, but there are so many houses that were built in the 80's and 90's that have masonite.
Has anyone here had any good/bad experience with it? The biggest concern with masonite is bowing and water damage.
James Hardie has a fiber cement product that is popular and highly rated. Residing with fiber cement gives a 31% better return than adding a bathroom and cost thousands less to complete. A minor kitchen remodel give you a 10% less return on investment than re-siding with fiber cement.
Homeowners take note, if you have a house built in the 80's and 90's, you are in the market to replace your siding. If you do, we recommend fiber cement.
One of the biggest investments of your life is your home. Whether it is a renovation, replacement siding or windows, SouthEnd Home Improvement will offer our advice and experience as well as give every homeowner an opportunity for a free home consultation.
Please give us a call here at SouthEnd Home Improvement and we will answer any questions regarding your house. Call us at (704) 527-8553.
http://www.sehomeimprovement.com/
Friday, April 23, 2010
Monday, April 12, 2010
Where is the love?
Wow, what a weekend!
Beautiful weather, neighbors cooking out, little bit of yard work with chores around the house, and .......... a whole lot of watching the Masters.
Even if you don't like Tiger or Phil, the course at Augusta National is breathtaking. Azaleas, well manicured fairways, tall pines, picturesque water features and Amen corner. Majestic!
CBS creates this incredible visual package for the Masters that makes the other golf tournaments look secondary. There is nothing more eloquent than the sights and sounds of Augusta National on Master's weekend. Nothing.
So now what? We hid easter eggs for the little kids, the older ones slipped away for spring break, Mom cooked the big meal (ham, green beans, potato salad and deviled eggs) and we were able to see golf's most magnificent wonder, The Masters.
Where do we go from here?
Well, if you are like me, you spend the next two months working in the yard (God, if I could get my lawn to look like the greens at Augusta, right?)
And, we look at the home repairs and improvements that we know that need to be addressed. Roof is fading, maybe a small leak around the chimmney flashing. The siding needs to be painted or replaced and we always put this project on hold.
Not a priority, not yet.
It can wait. But, can it.
If our home is the biggest investment that we will ever make (unless you have six kids going to Duke or Stanford) then why do we prolong these projects that not only protect our investment, but show a strong return on our investment? Where is the love?
Can you imagine if every homeowner took one project that is on their list to do this spring?
It could be the deck that you have been wanting to build in the backyard. The kitchen needs a makeover or the replacing your windows is a must.
First, we could check it off the list, Mom will be happy and our neighbors will be motivated to fix up their property.
A win-win for everyone and before you know it............there goes the neighborhood!
So, where is the love?
http://www.sehomeimprovement.com/
Beautiful weather, neighbors cooking out, little bit of yard work with chores around the house, and .......... a whole lot of watching the Masters.
Even if you don't like Tiger or Phil, the course at Augusta National is breathtaking. Azaleas, well manicured fairways, tall pines, picturesque water features and Amen corner. Majestic!
CBS creates this incredible visual package for the Masters that makes the other golf tournaments look secondary. There is nothing more eloquent than the sights and sounds of Augusta National on Master's weekend. Nothing.
So now what? We hid easter eggs for the little kids, the older ones slipped away for spring break, Mom cooked the big meal (ham, green beans, potato salad and deviled eggs) and we were able to see golf's most magnificent wonder, The Masters.
Where do we go from here?
Well, if you are like me, you spend the next two months working in the yard (God, if I could get my lawn to look like the greens at Augusta, right?)
And, we look at the home repairs and improvements that we know that need to be addressed. Roof is fading, maybe a small leak around the chimmney flashing. The siding needs to be painted or replaced and we always put this project on hold.
Not a priority, not yet.
It can wait. But, can it.
If our home is the biggest investment that we will ever make (unless you have six kids going to Duke or Stanford) then why do we prolong these projects that not only protect our investment, but show a strong return on our investment? Where is the love?
Can you imagine if every homeowner took one project that is on their list to do this spring?
It could be the deck that you have been wanting to build in the backyard. The kitchen needs a makeover or the replacing your windows is a must.
First, we could check it off the list, Mom will be happy and our neighbors will be motivated to fix up their property.
A win-win for everyone and before you know it............there goes the neighborhood!
So, where is the love?
http://www.sehomeimprovement.com/
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