Working on a 1911 bungalow, and trying to figure out which fixes come in order to create the fewest problems. Original cedar siding is about shot, and I know that replacement will include fixing a bunch of other spots that have suffered neglect on the exterior. That said, I also have a few windows to replace. Question: windows first, or siding? Or does it not matter at all? And can you add gutters to a bungalow without it looking stupid? Finally, Hardie board? Help! Anyone I ask wants to sell me something.
posted by Arch1 on Apr 23, 2009 - 8 answers

What's solution for the vapor barrier on my pre-existing building: caulk, housewrap, other? [more inside]
posted by mach on Jan 16, 2009 - 7 answers

HardiPlank Installation: The installation instructions (pdf) for the brand of siding the house I live in has installed says that it needs to be caulked at the edges and that trim should be installed first, and then the siding should butt up against it. This was done at the corners, but at the windows, the trim was installed over top of the hardiplank. The instructions don't say anything about windows. Is it installed correctly?
posted by SpecialK on Sep 2, 2008 - 11 answers

Green Construction Filter: What's the best way to fix my lead painted siding? [more inside]
posted by gofargogo on Jul 14, 2008 - 9 answers

Paint or vinyl siding. Help me decide. My home is in desperate need of painting. If I paint, there will be a lot of prep work required as I would want to strip most of the paint which has alligatored. I am thinking about Vinyl siding. Can anyone share with me why I should or should not do this or what I may want to consider? [more inside]
posted by citybuddha on May 8, 2008 - 20 answers

Barely competent homeowner question about siding and power washing. [more inside]
posted by Lokheed on Dec 17, 2007 - 8 answers

How do I maintain/freshen/update or paint redwood siding? [more inside]
posted by idigress on Sep 17, 2007 - 4 answers

Our house needs new siding, and we've had several siding contractors out to give us quotes. There's not a lot of talk about materials though - is this normal? [more inside]
posted by Nodecam on Jun 8, 2007 - 10 answers

Bats in the belfry? No, birds in the walls. How long do I have to wait before we seal up the hole? [more inside]
posted by Sweetie Darling on Jan 21, 2007 - 4 answers