Exterior Trim & PVC Millwork Chatham, MA | Rot-Proof Historic Restoration

MILLWORK INSTALLATION IN CHATHAM: DEFYING SALT CORROSION AND COASTAL DECAY

In the salt-heavy atmosphere of the Lower Cape, wood trim is the first element to fail. We replace rotting fascias, peeling rakes, and swelling corner boards with high-performance materials designed to survive the Atlantic fog.

THE BATTLE AGAINST SALT FOG AND SWELLING

Chatham presents a hostile environment for traditional carpentry. It is not just the rain; it is the saline humidity. Whether you are on Morris Island or near the Fish Pier, the air is saturated with salt.

Standard wood trim, even when primed and painted, absorbs this moisture. It swells, cracking the paint and opening the joints. Once the paint seal is broken, the salt air attacks the wood fiber, leading to rapid “dry rot” and crumbling edges.

Many Chatham homeowners find themselves in a perpetual cycle of scraping, patching, and painting every two years. This is a symptom of using inland materials on the edge of the ocean. At Lions, we break this cycle by installing materials that are chemically inert to salt.

THE LIONS "MARINE SPEC" PROTOCOL

Carpentry designed to endure Nor’easters.

Material Evolution (PVC & Composites)

For most non-historic applications in Chatham, we utilize premium Cellular PVC (brands like AZEK or Kleer). Unlike wood, PVC does not absorb water. It will not swell in the fog or rot when buried in snow. It maintains the crisp, white look of a traditional Cape Cod home without the biological decay.

Chemical Welding (The "Never-Open" Joint)

Wind-driven rain in Chatham seeks out the smallest gaps. We do not simply nail trim joints together. We use structural adhesives to chemically "weld" PVC joints. This fuses the pieces into a single, water-tight unit that will not separate during seasonal temperature swings.

The Stainless Steel Mandate

This is critical for Chatham. Standard galvanized nails will rust rapidly here, leaving ugly red "weep" lines running down your white trim. We utilize Type 316 Stainless Steel fasteners and the Cortex® hidden plug system. The fasteners are countersunk and plugged with the same material, rendering them invisible and impervious to rust.

Integrated Water Management

Trim often hides leaks. We install proper "kick-out" flashing where rooflines meet sidewalls to divert water into gutters, not behind the siding. We ensure that window headers are properly flashed with metal drip caps to protect the casing from water intrusion.

ELIMINATING THE "PLASTIC LOOK"

A common fear among Chatham homeowners is that PVC will look “fake” or shiny. That is a result of poor installation, not the material itself.

Lions Siding & Roofing treats PVC with the same respect as high-grade lumber. We mill it, route it, and sand it. We can heat-bend it to match the arches of your portico or replicate the intricate crown molding of a captain’s house. Once painted, it is indistinguishable from wood, except that it remains perfect while the neighbor’s wood trim is peeling.

FIELD WORK: CHATHAM PORT TO MAIN STREET

From restoring the intricate cornices on historic Main Street homes to outfitting modern beach houses with storm-proof trim, our craftsmanship speaks for itself.

NEIGHBORLY FEEDBACK

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   Mary Ellen Moshier 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Yuri, my whole career has been spent in the construction business. I am particularly impressed by your company. From sales and estimating through scheduling and field coordinating all of your assets have been far above average. Ty made a great presentation as a sales representative of your company and Iago supervised a very competent crew, responded to my concerns about schedule and finished this job early with little interruption in our lives. Thank you again for your excellent service.
  
 
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   lisa medeiros 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Ty Soares, who works for this company, is a kind individual, a man who can be relied on and trusted. He found me stranded and lost with my two dogs in a conservation area parking lot and took time out of his busy day to give my dogs water and he drove me and my dogs to my car which was a few miles away. I am getting an estimate for new windows from this company because if their employees are like Ty, that is who I want to do business with.
  
 
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   Mark Sabina 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Thanks to Yuri, Ty, Gabriel and the entire Lions Roofing Team for an amazing job installing our new roof. From start to finish, this is a first class company that makes sure they deliver what they promise and that the customer is satisfied when the job is complete. Ty did a thorough pre-inspection of both the inside and outside of the roof area, eaves ridge and gutters. The written quote was one of the best I've ever received and they provided copies of their insurance and license for piece of mind. Project Manager Gabriel was on site before, during and after completion, and always available to answer any questions. The overall job was completed in one day, with a follow-up day for a couple of hours to finish a couple of additional requests I had. One point I must bring up was how clean the job site was after they were done. If you have any roofing or siding projects coming up. I give my endorsement to Lions Siding and Roofing!
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   Theresa Forrest 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The staff (sales, project manager, owner) were phenomenal.  They were courteous, thorough, and very customer focused.  Their prices were competitive, but what set them apart was their customer touch. I highly recommend them.
  
 
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   Elizabeth McDevitt 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Lions roofing did a wonderful job replacing my roof and installing two new skylights. They were efficient and extremely conscientious about protecting landscaping and cleaning up each day after work. Yuri was readily available for whatever questions I had. I would recommend this company without reservation.
  
 
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   ElizabethR 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Lions Roofing recently installed a new roof and replaced siding at our home.Ty was incredible throughout the sales process and very easy to work with. The installation crew was courteous, extremely hard working and left the site spotless each day. We would like to extend a big thank you to Luis, Lago, Thiago, Marcia, Paulo, Christian, Cesar, Fausto, Cristina, Fred, Tiago and Carlos for doing such a fantastic job!
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   Kathleen Oelschlager 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Lions Roofing did an excellent job re-siding our home and installing new gutters. They were very thorough, responsive, and easy to work with throughout the entire process. Communication was great, and the finished work looks fantastic. Highly recommend!
  
 
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   Melissa Greene 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Lions Siding and Roofing recently replaced all of the exterior trim and siding at my house. They did a great job and the house looks amazing, I'm very happy with the work they did and would highly recommend them to anyone looking to have work done to their house.

MATERIALS BUILT FOR THE SHORELINE

High-Density PVC

We use heavier gauge boards for fascia and rakes to prevent "oil-canning" (waviness) during the hot summer sun.

Alaskan Yellow Cedar

For homes where the Historic Business District mandates real wood, we recommend Alaskan Yellow Cedar. It is far denser and more rot-resistant than standard Red Cedar or Pine, making it the superior choice for natural wood applications in the salt zone.

Boral (Fly-Ash Composite)

Ideal for moisture-heavy areas near the ground (water tables), as it absorbs zero moisture and is dimensionally stable.

THE LIONS STANDARD

DISCIPLINE IN EVERY DETAIL

No Subcontractors

You are hiring Lions for our specific methodology. We do not farm your project out to general carpenters. Our in-house team is trained specifically in the handling and bonding of modern composite materials.

Site Hygiene

Cutting trim creates fine dust and shavings. We use dust-extraction saws and perform daily cleanups. We respect that your home is not a construction yard.

Price Certainty

We provide detailed proposals. If we uncover rot behind your old corner boards, we stop, document the damage with photos, and present a clear solution before proceeding.

PROTECT YOUR HOME'S PERIMETER

Don’t let rotting trim compromise your home’s structure. Invest in a lasting solution with Chatham’s exterior experts.

PRESERVING THE OLD VILLAGE AESTHETIC

We have extensive experience working within the Chatham Historic Business District and with Old Village guidelines. We understand the balance between preservation and protection.

We can source custom-milled wood components to satisfy historical requirements while utilizing modern flashing techniques underneath to ensure the building envelope is secure. We handle the technical specifications for HDC applications.

PROTECT YOUR HOME'S PERIMETER

Don’t let rotting trim compromise your home’s structure. Invest in a lasting solution with Chatham’s exterior experts.

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Shore Road / Morris Island