Siding & Shingle Roofing in Maple Run, Austin, TX

Why did this Maple Run home need new siding?

The original wood siding had reached the end of its life. Decades of Austin sun and swing-season storms left boards cupped, split, and peeling. Paint alone would not have fixed the damage underneath.

Homes built here in the 1990s often share the same story. Here is what we saw drive the decision:

• Warped and cupped boards that no longer sat flat
• Old paint failing on the sun-facing walls
• Soft spots where moisture had crept behind the siding
• A dated look that no fresh coat could rescue

What did the crew find on site?

Once we started pulling boards, the real condition showed. Some sections had been patched over the years instead of properly repaired, which is common on older Maple Run homes. Moisture had wicked in behind a few of the worst boards, so we let those areas dry and checked the sheathing before new siding went up. We also reset trim details that had been caulked shut for years. Catching this before install is the difference between a repaint that lasts and one that fails again in a couple of seasons.

What materials did we use, and why?

We installed James Hardie 8.25" Primed Select Cedar Mill fiber cement across the whole home. Fiber cement is the right call for Austin because it does not warp, rot, or feed insects like wood does. It also shrugs off hail that would dent softer materials.

Why this specific profile:

• The Cedar Mill texture gives a natural wood-grain face without the upkeep
• The 8.25" reveal suits the home's scale and existing lines
• Primed boards take paint cleanly for a longer-lasting finish
• Fiber cement handles 100°+ summer heat without buckling

How did the siding and paint go together?

The siding crew worked the exterior over four on-site days, from March 26 through March 30. They stripped the old boards, checked the substrate, then hung and fastened the new HardiePlank tight and level. Once boards were up, the paint crew moved in for a two-day finish.

Key steps from the worksheet:

• Full tear-off and disposal of the old wood siding
• New James Hardie boards installed level across all elevations
• Trim and joints sealed before paint
• Two-day Sherwin Williams topcoat over the primed boards

What about the roof and painting?

We also handled the shingle roofing on this job, so the home got a coordinated exterior refresh in one visit. That timing matters. Doing siding and roofing together means flashing and edge details line up right the first time.

The repaint sealed everything into one look:

• Sherwin Williams exterior coating over the full home
• A consistent color across every wall
• Sealed boards ready for UV and seasonal moisture
• A finish that ties the new roof and siding together