James Hardie Fiber Cement
Fire-resistant fiber cement with a baked-on ColorPlus finish that won't melt, crack or fade — installed to spec as a James Hardie Alliance Select contractor.

Full-replacement only. James Hardie fiber cement, Everlast composite, Royal and Mastic vinyl, plus stone veneer. Trim, soffit and fascia included. Veteran-owned, manufacturer-direct, lifetime (material & labor) — serving Chattanooga, North Georgia, metro Atlanta and Northeast Alabama, backed by the Patriot's Promise.
Siding takes the full force of Southeast weather — beating sun, driving spring storms and months of humidity. We do full-replacement siding only, and we're a James Hardie Alliance Select contractor, which means the people installing your fiber cement are trained and credentialed by Hardie itself. Trim, soffit and fascia are part of the job, not an upsell.
The core decision is material. Quality vinyl is the budget-friendly, low-maintenance choice and looks great; James Hardie fiber cement costs more but is fire-resistant, won't melt or crack, holds its ColorPlus finish, and typically lasts 30–50 years — which matters under Southeast sun, humidity and spring storms. Everlast composite and stone-veneer accents sit in between. Just as important is the install: a proper job replaces the full envelope — trim, soffit, fascia and house wrap — rather than siding over rot.
As a James Hardie Alliance Select contractor we install fiber cement to the spec the warranty requires, and we'll price vinyl and fiber cement side by side so you can choose with real numbers.
A quote you can evaluate breaks these out as line items. If a quote arrives as one number on one line, you cannot compare it to anything — ask for it itemized.
| Factor | What it means for your number |
|---|---|
| Wall area and complexity | Not just how much wall, but how complicated. A large plain elevation is cheap per square foot; a front with three gables, dormers, a bay and wrapped columns is slow, detailed work. |
| Trim package | Trim costs more per linear foot than the siding itself, and a detailed house has a lot of it — corners, window and door surrounds, frieze, rake and fascia. This is often the largest difference between two quotes on the same house. |
| Material | Fiber cement runs roughly 40-70% more installed than vinyl. Both are legitimate depending on how long you are staying. |
| What is under the old siding | Sheathing gets inspected once the old material is off. Rot around windows, at the bottom course and anywhere flashing failed has to be replaced first. Nobody can price that precisely in advance — ask for a per-sheet repair rate up front. |
| Stories and access | Second-story work needs staging. Steep lots, tight side yards and landscaping that must be protected all add labor. |
| Water management | House wrap, flashing at openings and the detail at roof-wall intersections are what actually keep water out. Premium siding over a bad detail leaks exactly like cheap siding did. |
We are manufacturer-direct on James Hardie, Everlast, Royal, Mastic. Being direct on all of them is the point — we are not steering you toward whatever we are overstocked on, and we are not locked into one product line when your home needs another. We are a James Hardie Alliance Select contractor, which matters more than it sounds: fiber cement has specific fastening, clearance and flashing requirements, and installing it outside spec voids the warranty and invites water problems.
| Price range | $12,000 – $25,000 typical |
|---|---|
| Install time | 4–7 days |
| Warranty | Lifetime (material & labor) |
| Brands | James Hardie, Everlast, Royal, Mastic |
| Free estimate | Yes — no obligation |
We're a true 4th-generation install company — not a sales-and-marketing shop. The owners are still on the truck, the pricing is one honest number, and the work is backed by a signed timeline and the Patriot's Promise. As a veteran-owned company, exterior doors are 50% off for service members and first responders through our Hometown Hero program.
Fire-resistant fiber cement with a baked-on ColorPlus finish that won't melt, crack or fade — installed to spec as a James Hardie Alliance Select contractor.
Budget-friendly, low-maintenance and great-looking — Royal and Mastic vinyl in a wide range of profiles and colors.
A premium composite that shrugs off moisture, fading and impact, with the rich look of painted wood and almost no upkeep.
Bold vertical panels with raised battens for a modern farmhouse look — in fiber cement or composite.
Staggered shake and shingle profiles that add texture and character to gables, accents or a whole elevation.
Natural-look manufactured stone that brings weight and curb appeal to entries, columns and wainscots.
Every siding job is a full-envelope replacement — trim, soffit, fascia and house wrap included — and we never side over rot.
| James Hardie Fiber Cement | Vinyl | Wood | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lifespan | 30–50 years | 20–40 years | 15–40 yrs w/ upkeep |
| Fire resistance | Non-combustible | Melts & burns | Combustible |
| Rot & insects | Resists both | Resists both | Vulnerable |
| Maintenance | Repaint ~10–15 yrs | Very low | High — paint/seal often |
| Color & finish | Baked-on ColorPlus, fade-resistant | Molded-through color | Fades, needs repainting |
| Curb appeal | Rich, wood-like | Good | Authentic wood grain |
As a James Hardie Alliance Select contractor, we'll price fiber cement and vinyl side by side so you can choose with real numbers.
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