When you choose fiber cement siding, you can expect high performance and decades of reliable protection. And since James Hardie is the top manufacturer of this resilient product, you’re in great hands. Their 30-year warranty alone speaks of its endurance. Any company that stands behind their product like that knows what it’s made of.
How long can you expect Hardie siding to last? Read on and we’ll discover that, as well as what makes it endure so long! Once you know the facts, you can move forward with confidence with this outstanding product.
What Makes Hardie Siding So Durable?
Siding replacement is a major investment, and is best approached with knowledge of how long the siding material you are choosing is expected to last. The good news? When it comes to siding’s lifespan, James Hardie has a track record of delivering—big time. Here’s what makes Hardie stand out from the competition:
Moisture Resistance
When siding fails, it leads to costly moisture intrusion, which acts as a catalyst to a host of other problems. The longer siding trouble goes unnoticed or unaddressed, the bigger the repair needs become.
The Hardie Difference: Hardie siding is made of cement, sand, and cellulose, which create a trustworthy barrier that shields your home from damaging water intrusion.
Pest Resistance
The hassle of repairing your home after pest damage can be significant. The cost of repairing termite damage varies, but usually averages several thousand dollars. This includes replacing walls, floors, or framing—and termite treatment. Getting rid of pests is one thing; repairing the damage they did and keeping the pests at bay is another.
The Hardie Difference: Hardie siding and trim are so well engineered, they resist pest damage. That means when you cover your home in Hardie, you won’t have to deal with destructive termites, carpenter ants, or woodpeckers! Yes!
Non-Combustible Makeup
The extensive damage house fires cause takes a long time to recover from. While no one expects to ever suffer this type of tragedy, it happens. Fortifying your home with non-combustible siding adds a layer of protection against the destruction fires can create.
The Hardie Difference: Hardie siding’s Class A fire rating gives homeowners peace of mind. This strong siding won’t fuel a fire, and will give you more time to get to a place of safety if a fire breaks out.
Climate-Specific Siding
Different regions of the U.S. face different types of weather. That’s why it’s so valuable that Hardie studied the long-term effects of weather on the region you live in and designed siding that would stand up to that distinct weather.
The Hardie Difference: James Hardie’s brilliant Hardie® Zone system gives you the added benefit of its ability to stand up to not just anybody’s weather, but precisely the greater Memphis area’s weather! The HZ10 products protect your home from heat, humidity, blistering sun, and more.
Enduring Low Maintenance
High maintenance siding, like wood, can drain your time and money. If you don’t keep up with its need to be re-finished regularly, you’ll end up battling the effects of moisture intrusion.
The Hardie Difference: Hardie siding is so well made that it only needs to be washed once or twice a year—and its caulking will need replacing over time. That’s it!
Precise Installation Is Essential to Get the Optimal Results
To enjoy the longevity Hardie siding was made to deliver, it’s vital that you hire a Hardie trained installation team (like us!) to install it. Why? Because nobody knows how to install this durable siding better than the manufacturer. And James Hardie requires strict standards to be attained and maintained by the contractors they vet and recommend to you. At Bluff City Exteriors, as an Elite Tier Contractor within the James Hardie ALLIANCE, we comply with James Hardie’s best practices for installation.
Cover Your Home with Beautiful Hardie Siding and Trim—and Enjoy!
Don’t miss out on America’s favorite siding material—James Hardie fiber cement! Once a home is covered in this resilient material, you’ll probably never have to re-side your house again. With a track record of lasting up to 50 years when it is installed properly and maintained over the years, you can’t go wrong by investing in Hardie siding.
At Bluff City Exteriors, we are a James Hardie Elite Preferred Contractor, and will care for your siding with precision, ensuring you get the long-lasting protection of this durable product. Learn how our James Hardie siding services add value to your home.
