Source: Saussy Burbank When choosing exterior siding for southern homes, the focus is often on things like look, texture and durability. It is especially important that you choose a product that is both resilient and convenient for your design vision — one that will stay looking good for decades. The Southern part of the United … Continued
At Nichiha, we’re committed to making our world a better place; and nowhere is that as important as in the home. One question we get often is, “Is fiber cement siding sustainable?” If it comes from Nichiha, it is. Nichiha’s fiber cement panels are a sustainably produced product that uses recycled materials. But it’s not … Continued
Insects, birds and small animals can cause outlandish damage to your home exterior. The damage can be severe enough to cause serious structural issues with your home and repairing pest damage can cost you thousands of dollars. Want to know how to recognize pest damage and know when to fix it yourself or when to … Continued
As a homeowner, wildfires can be one of the most terrifying threats to life and property, and 776,000 homes with an associated reconstruction cost value of more than $221 billion are at extreme risk of wildfire damage — and that was before the record breaking year of wildfire damage in 2020. It goes without saying … Continued
The 2019 hurricane season caused approximately $13.9 billion in damage; the 2018 hurricane season caused $50 billion in damage; and the 2017 hurricane season caused a staggering $220 billion in damage. Hurricane damage to home exteriors can wreak havoc, leaving homeowners unsure where to start with repairs and wishing their home had been more protected. … Continued
Presenting the right siding for your home improvement customers requires a delicate balancing act between affordability, maintenance, durability, and aesthetics. With wood, vinyl, stone, stucco, or brick, you might only balance one or two of these elements. But with fiber cement siding, you get all four — and for a reasonable cost. True, our FAQ … Continued
Subcontractors, vendors and suppliers play an increasingly important role in the residential project delivery process. At Nichiha, we know how critical it is to deliver a project on time, within budget and at the prescribed level of quality established in specifications for the completed build. This is why we can confidently say that we can … Continued
What if you could save time and money on maintenance for your commercial building? The commercial siding options and materials you work with could play a big role in doing just that. You can cut down significant time and cost for maintenance on your building when you build with the right materials, but it also … Continued
Source: Saussy Burbank One of the most common myths around fiber cement siding is that it doesn’t need to be painted. It’s a fact that fiber cement siding is a highly durable material. But painting fiber cement siding might become necessary since most paint has a lifespan of 10 to 15 years, while fiber cement … Continued
Source There are a few questions about siding installations that come up frequently, especially if remodeling and retrofitting the exterior is part of the equation. You might want to consider removing the old siding for a few reasons. But one of the more common questions both homeowners and pros have on siding remodels is: Should, … Continued