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Hardiplank
Lap Siding Frequently Asked Questions |
Where
can I buy Hardiplank lap siding?
Are there special requirements for installation?
How do your prices compare to the prices of brick
and vinyl?
Do I have to paint Hardiplank siding?
Do you require a weather-resistant barrier behind
Hardiplank siding?
What types of trim can be used with Hardiplank
siding?
What are the "R" values for Hardiplank
siding?
How close to the ground can I install Hardiplank
siding?
What type of weather-resistant barrier is required?
How much does it weigh?
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| Q:
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Where
can I buy Hardiplank lap siding? |
| A: |
Call
Superior Products at 303-886-0488. We are a qualified
member of the James Hardie Preferred Remodeler program. |
| Q:
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Are
there special requirements for installation? |
| A: |
Yes.
To become an installer special tools and training are
required. Superior Products installation teams average
over 7 years experience. This is one of our strongest
assets for your satisfaction. |
| Q:
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How
do your prices compare to the prices of brick and vinyl? |
| A: |
This
is how Hardiplank exterior home siding compares in installed
price with its competitors:
- More
expensive than Vinyl
- Less
expensive than Brick
- Equal
or less than Hardboard Siding
- Less
expensive than Synthetic Stucco
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| Q:
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Do
I have to paint Hardiplank siding? |
| A: |
Yes,
Hardiplank lap siding must be painted, stained or coated.
You may order many James Hardie products coated with the
The ColorPlus™ Collection by James Hardie factory
finishing and coloring system; or you can have the siding
stained or painted; or you can have the siding coated
with Superior Product’s SuperTherm insulation coating
and noise deadener. Warranties vary from 10 - 20 years.
You are required to have James Hardie siding painted,
stained or coated within 180 days of installation. |
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Do
you require a weather-resistant barrier behind Hardiplank
siding? |
| A: |
James
Hardie as well as the Model Building Codes (UBC, Standard,
etc.) require the use of a weather-resistant barrier.
It is good building practice. |
| Q:
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What types of trim can be used with Hardiplank
siding? |
| A: |
The
following are suitable trim products for use with Hardiplank
siding:
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Fiber Cement
- Real
Wood
- Engineered
Wood
- Vinyl
- Coated
or Corrosion-Resistant Aluminum
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| Q:
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What are the "R" values for Hardiplank
siding? |
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The "R" value range is .05 - .19. However, once the existing siding is removed, we install Dow Chemical's Tuff-R 1/2" sheathing insulation which adds and additional 3.3 R value. Dow states, "the homeowner can realize an energy savings of 25% on the heating and cooling portion of their utility bill."
In addition, we use Dupont's Tyvek Home Wrap as a moisture and air infiltration barrier which gives additional R value. |
| Q:
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How close to the ground can I install Hardiplank
siding? |
| A: |
Model
Building Codes (UBC, Standard, etc.) require that exterior
sidings be installed with a minimum 6" clearance
of soil. This will allow for clearance when soil is back-filled
against the foundation and footings.
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| Q:
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What type of weather-resistant barrier is required? |
| A: |
Any
weather-resistant barrier complying with the Model Building
Codes (UBC, Standard, etc.) is acceptable.
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| Q:
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How much does it weigh? |
| A: |
2.3
pounds per square foot.
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