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Before you sign
How to Compare Siding Quotes Without Getting Fooled.
The 7 line items that tell you whether you are comparing apples to apples.
Side by side
The lowest number is not always the best quote.
Sometimes it is a quote for cheaper material. Sometimes it leaves out house-wrap or soffit work that comes back as ‘unforeseen conditions’ on install day.
Tear-off scope.
Is it a full tear-off or a siding-over-siding install? Siding-over-siding should be a red flag, not a savings.
House-wrap included?
If it is not in the written scope, it is not in the job.
Flashing details.
Window headers, door headers, chimney flashings, roof-to-wall flashings — specified or hand-waved?
Trim.
J-channels, corner posts, fascia replacement, soffit replacement — in or out?
Warranty terms.
Both material and workmanship — in writing, with duration.
Payment schedule.
Deposit, progress, and final payments tied to clear milestones — with every amount and due date stated in writing.
Stop signs
Red flags.
“We will do it over the existing siding.”
That is not a tear-off. It is a short-term cover-up.
“House-wrap is not necessary on this job.”
It is necessary. On every job.
“We will figure out the trim as we go.”
Trim is a line item. In writing. Before signing.
No manufacturer certification for James Hardie.
Hardie's warranty is conditional on correct installation. Ask to see the installer's Hardie training or certification documentation.
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