Fiber Cement Siding Reddit

One contractor said it will eventually detiorate like masonite.

Fiber cement siding reddit.

I ve inquired about fiber cement hardi as i ve heard it s the way to go. Another contractor quoted 9 500 to remove masonite wrap with tyvek and install nichiha fiber cement siding. Fiber cement has some negative reviews but the biggest downside seems to be the installation because you need to buy a shearing tool lest you expose yourself to a very large amount of silica dust the shears or shear drill will work out to 0 40 sf on this project not to mention another project i have in a year or two that would bring the cost. I found an old archived post that said to use a siding nailer i m only replacing 7 sheets it seems ridiculous to spend 350 on a gun to install 250 worth of siding.

I can t hold the 4x8 sheets with one hand and nail by hand with the other. I m stuck replacing some fiber cement hardie board panel siding by myself. I need a gun. If you re thinking about replacing your siding or are choosing an exterior for a new home you ll soon discover the different types of exterior materials available.

Fiber cement siding is a durable long lasting and low maintenance material that s used on residential houses. It s available in a variety of sizes and shapes to match many of the old siding shingles installed over the last 60 years. It s made of portland cement sand water and cellulose fibers. My quotes range from 5k to 7k remember it s a small house.