Siding Replacement in Southern New Hampshire
Cracked panels, peeling clapboard, a wall that feels soft when you press on it? We take off the old siding, fix what's underneath, and put up vinyl, fiber cement, cedar, or engineered wood that's ready for a New Hampshire winter. Estimates are free and in writing.
Four Siding Materials, Honestly Compared
There is no single right answer. It depends on your house, your budget, and how much maintenance you're willing to do.
Vinyl Siding
If you want a house that looks good and asks almost nothing of you, vinyl is hard to beat. It never needs painting, it rinses clean with a hose, and it comes in a wide range of colours and profiles. Insulated vinyl adds a foam backing that stiffens the panel and helps the wall hold heat through a New Hampshire winter.
HardiePlank (Fiber Cement)
Fiber cement is a board made from cement, sand, and wood fibre. It looks like painted wood clapboard, but it does not rot, insects leave it alone, and it will not burn. HardiePlank is the best-known brand. It costs more than vinyl and is heavier to install, and in return you get a crisp, solid finish that stands up to wet snow and driving rain.
Cedar Shake
Nothing else looks quite like real cedar on a New England house. Shakes and shingles weather beautifully and suit capes, antiques, and farmhouses especially well. The trade-off is upkeep: cedar needs periodic staining or sealing, and it should be kept clear of soil, shrubs, and standing snow where you can.
Engineered Wood
Engineered wood is made from wood strands bonded with resins and treated against moisture and insects. You get the grain and warmth of wood siding in long, straight boards that are easier to install and less prone to splitting. It is a good middle ground if vinyl feels too plain and cedar feels like too much work.
What Drives the Cost of New Siding
Every house is different, so we don't publish a price chart. What we can tell you is how the materials compare with each other and what pushes a job up or down. Your actual number comes from measuring your home.
| Material | Relative cost | What moves the price |
|---|---|---|
| Vinyl | Lowest | Wall area, number of storeys, insulated or standard panel |
| Engineered Wood | Middle | Wall area, trim package, factory finish or painted on site |
| HardiePlank (fiber cement) | Higher | Heavier boards and more labour, trim details, paint finish |
| Cedar Shake | Highest | Material grade, hand installation, stain or sealer |
Want a real number for your house? Book a free siding estimate.
How a Siding Job Goes, Step by Step
Most of what makes siding last is hidden once the job is done. Here's what happens behind the panels.
Walk-around and measure
We look over every side of the house, note soft spots and trouble areas, measure the walls, and give you a written, itemized estimate. It's free, and there's no obligation.
Tear-off and wall check
Old siding comes off so we can see the sheathing — the wood layer over the framing. Any rot or water damage we find gets shown to you and repaired before we go further.
House wrap and flashing
We cover the wall in house wrap, a breathable sheet that blocks water, then flash and seal around windows, doors, and every pipe or vent that passes through.
Install and clean up
New siding and trim go on level and to the manufacturer's instructions. Then we haul away the debris, run a magnet for stray nails, and walk the finished job with you.
Why Siding Matters More Than It Looks
Siding is your home's raincoat. In southern New Hampshire it has to cope with nor'easters, heavy wet snow, ice, summer thunderstorms, and months of freezing and thawing that pry at every seam.
When it starts to fail, the looks are the least of it. Water gets behind the panels and into the wall, where it rots sheathing and framing out of sight. Drafts get worse. And a tired exterior is the first thing a buyer notices if you ever sell.
That's why Roof Pros Plus treats siding as a wall job, not a cosmetic one. We strip the old material, check and repair the sheathing, wrap and flash the wall, and only then hang the new siding.
Siding Questions We Hear Most
What does siding replacement cost in southern New Hampshire?
The price comes down to four things: how much wall area there is, the material you choose, how many storeys and trim details the house has, and the condition of the wall under the old siding. Vinyl is generally the least expensive, engineered wood is in the middle, and fiber cement and cedar cost more. We don't quote from a chart — we measure your home and give you a free written, itemized estimate.
Vinyl, fiber cement, or cedar — how do I choose?
Start with how much upkeep you want. Vinyl needs the least and costs the least. Fiber cement, such as HardiePlank, looks like painted wood and resists rot, fire, and insects, at a higher price. Cedar shake is the most traditional New England look but needs regular staining or sealing. Engineered wood sits between vinyl and fiber cement. We'll bring samples and talk through what fits your house and budget.
How long does it take to replace siding?
Many single-family homes take roughly one to two weeks from tear-off to final cleanup. Larger homes, heavier materials, bad weather, or repairs to the wall underneath can add time. We'll give you an expected schedule before we start and let you know if anything changes it.
Will new siding make my house warmer?
It can help. Worn siding lets wind and moisture into the wall, and that makes a house harder to heat. New siding over fresh house wrap, with gaps around windows and doors sealed, cuts down on drafts. Insulated vinyl adds a further layer. How much difference you notice depends on the rest of the house — attic insulation and windows matter too.
Can you repair storm-damaged siding, and will you work with my insurance?
Yes. Wind, ice, falling branches, and hail all damage siding in this part of New Hampshire. We inspect the damage, photograph it, and write up an estimate you can give to your insurance company, and we're glad to meet the adjuster at the house. Then we repair or replace the damaged siding.
Want a Second Look at Your Siding?
Book a free estimate. We'll check the siding you have, show you samples of vinyl, fiber cement, cedar, and engineered wood, and leave you with a written price — no pressure to decide on the spot.
Siding Replacement by Town
We replace siding around Manchester, Nashua, and Keene. Pick your town for local housing notes and the materials that suit it:
Other Services
Roof Repair
Leaks, flashing and storm damage repaired across southern New Hampshire.
Roof Replacement
Full tear-off and replacement in shingle, metal or rubber.
Emergency Roof Repair
Tarping and leak stops when a storm opens up your roof.
Gutters
Seamless gutter installation, repair and gutter guards.
Metal Roofing
Corrugated, standing seam, and metal shingles installed with high-temp underlayment.
Metal Roof Coating
Elastomeric coating systems that restore and protect metal roofs.
Ice Dam Removal
Professional ice dam removal and prevention systems.
Storm Damage Repair
Emergency storm, wind, and hail damage response.
Commercial Roofing
Maintenance contracts and flat roof systems.