Siding installation in Banner Elk, NC

Old siding comes off first so the sheathing underneath can be checked for soft spots.

House wrap goes on lapped like shingles, and the seams are taped so water sheds down and out.

Windows get head flashing, and roof-to-wall joints get kickouts that steer runoff into the gutters.

Furring strips can create a rain-screen gap so the wall dries behind the siding.

Boards are cut with sealed ends, nailed in the right spot and given room to expand and contract.

Corners, butt joints and trim are laid out first so the lines stay straight across the wall.

A mountain wall sees fog, driving rain, deep cold and hard sun on the south face.

Painted or stained ends and a clean gap at the ground keep moisture from wicking into the boards.

Siding stays clear of the roof and the soil so snow piles never rest against bare wood.

Lap, board-and-batten and shake suit different homes, from a Linville cabin to a Boone house.

Judson can match the profile on an older home or change the look of the whole house.

Ask about replacing one damaged wall or the entire exterior.