Location: Naperville, IL
Renovations: James Hardie Siding
Imagine seeing moisture destroy the exterior of your modern French chateau. This was the issue our client faced in Naperville, IL. Their home needed much better protection than their traditional stucco was providing.
Addressing Stucco Struggles in the Midwest
This homeowner was battling water intrusion due to problems with an EIFS Dryvit stucco system. Simply put, moisture was rotting away the stucco on their beautiful home.
It’s a common problem in Illinois and throughout the Midwest. When exposed to constant moisture from the area’s storms and rain, stucco begins to crack, warp, and rot. If the issue persists too long, a home’s exterior can suffer from mold growth and structural damage.
A Lasting Solution to Stucco Siding: James Hardie Siding
Style and quality were top concerns for this homeowner. They wondered how their home would look with a different exterior and whether it would have a high-quality finish, so we provided detailed renderings to help them envision their dream home.
We reassured them that we have extensive experience removing EIFS stucco systems, plus the knowledge, reputation, and pricing that would make their project successful. We recommended Hardie® Plank and Hardie® Board and Batten siding. This durable, long-lasting siding comes in an array of colors and textures. The homeowners chose the classic look of Arctic White for their modern French chateau.
During the installation process, we uncovered rotted wood requiring immediate replacement. We took photos, discussed it with the homeowner, and fixed the structure to support the new siding.
Hardie® siding is thick, tough, water-resistant, and non-combustible in house fires. Midwestern homeowners appreciate that it minimizes damage from woodpeckers, rodents, and other pests.
It also won’t fade over time because James Hardie uses ColorPlus® Technology to bake the color into the material. Hardie® siding has a lifetime of up to 50 years, which is decades longer than the stucco this homeowner had before.
Outstanding, Modern Results
The homeowner was thrilled with our ability to mix traditional design elements with a modern look and new materials. He said he didn’t expect his home to come out so well. He praised the design and consultation process, overall communication, and the crew’s workmanship, cleanliness, and professionalism.
Siding & Windows Group enjoys starting a stucco transformation. Whether your home currently has stucco, wood, aluminum, or any other type of exterior, contact us about upgrading with a beautiful and durable siding solution!
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