We do not go "over" old layers. In Barnstable’s humid climate, covering old shingles is a recipe for trapping mold. We strip the walls to the sheathing to inspect the structural framing. If we find rot, common near window headers in ranch-style homes, we frame it out and replace it before proceeding.
Water intrusion usually happens at the seams, not the center of the board. We install a heavy-duty weather-resistive barrier (WRB) and tape every seam. Crucially, we use aluminum or lead flashing at all roof-to-wall intersections (kick-out flashing) to ensure roof runoff doesn't pour behind your new siding.
For homes under OKH jurisdiction, we source specific grades of eastern white cedar or approved composites that match the grain and reveal required by the board. We ensure the aesthetic is preserved while the performance is upgraded.
For homes in high-exposure zones, we utilize a tight nailing schedule using stainless steel ring-shank nails. These fasteners have ridges that grip the wood fibers, preventing the siding from rattling or pulling loose during gale-force winds.
Woodpeckers are a significant issue in the wooded lots of Cummaquid and Marstons Mills. We offer fiber cement and composite solutions that mimic wood but are impervious to beaks and boring insects.
