Completed September 2023
Siding in Montopolis, Austin, TX (September 2023)
Plus Gutters, Exterior Painting on the same job
We stripped the old siding off this Montopolis home, installed James Hardie HardiePlank Beaded Smooth 8.25" lap board, and finished it with a full Sherwin Williams exterior repaint. The house went from tired and patchy to a clean, sealed shell built for Central Texas weather.
- Trades
- Siding, Gutters, Exterior Painting
- Location
- Montopolis, Austin, TX
- Completed
- Brands installed
- James Hardie, Sherwin Williams
Standout outcome — A weather-tight fiber cement exterior finished in fresh Sherwin Williams color
Timeframe — Approved late May 2023, completed September 15, 2023
Job APS-3704
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Before & After
Scope of Work
What We Did
Full James Hardie HardiePlank Beaded Smooth 8.25" Fiber Cement Re-Side · Complete Sherwin Williams Exterior Repaint Including Doors and Soffits
Siding
This Austin siding project used James Hardie HardiePlank Beaded Smooth 8.25" fiber cement over fresh 1/2" OSB sheathing. We fit new Hardie trim at 4" per linear foot and added smooth 6" tongue and groove cedar detail. Fiber cement was the right call for a 78741 home that sees 100-degree summers and hard hail. The result is a tighter, cleaner exterior built to last.
Learn more about our siding replacement →Gutters
For this Austin gutter job, we pulled and hauled off the existing gutters by the linear foot. Removing them first gave us clean access to correct fascia and soffit that had pulled apart. We repaired the drip edge board with like kind before finishing the exterior. Proper gutter and fascia work matters in a climate that swings from cedar pollen season to heavy storms.
Exterior Painting
This Montopolis exterior painting used Sherwin Williams exterior latex, applied shortly after the new siding install. We coated the fascia and soffit up to 24 inches, both porch ceilings, the garage doors, and the front door. Quality latex helps the finish resist fading and cracking under Central Texas heat. The paint gave this 78741 home a crisp, unified look.
Learn more about our exterior house painting →Service price ranges are for that work before any discounts. Any total project cost mentioned on this page may include applied discounts.
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How It Went
The Journey
From the first phone call to the final walkthrough — what actually happened on this project.
First contact
The homeowner found Austin Pro through an internet search and reached out in mid-April 2023. The first conversation covered failing siding and separated trim on their Montopolis home. Their request came in on April 17, and we scheduled a look at the property.
Evaluation
May 19, 2023During our on-site visit we found fascia and drip edge board that had pulled apart, plus siding too worn to salvage. We flagged the sheathing behind several wall sections as needing replacement. We began working up the estimate on May 19, 2023.
Planning & approval
May 22, 2023We built a scope covering full James Hardie HardiePlank re-side, trim, sheathing repair, and a complete Sherwin Williams repaint. The homeowner reviewed the material selections and approved the work on May 22, 2023.
Installation
The crew began siding on June 20, working over several days to install the 8.25" Beaded Smooth lap, Hardie trim, and new OSB sheathing. We repaired the fascia and drip edge with like-kind material along the way. Painting followed shortly after, covering the new board, garage doors, front door, and porch soffits.
Completion
September 15, 2023We finished the project on September 15, 2023, after two rounds of yard cleanup and a full punch list. The final walkthrough confirmed a sealed, freshly painted fiber cement exterior.
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The Full Story
Inside This Project
Why did this Montopolis home need new siding?
The original boards had taken a beating from years of Austin sun and storms. Some sections had pulled loose and the moisture barrier behind them was no longer doing its job.
- Aging cladding common on older Montopolis homes near 78741
- Fascia and soffit that had pulled apart at the joints
- Damaged drip edge board that let water track behind the trim
- A surface too far gone to just paint over
What did the crew find when we opened up the walls?
Once we pulled the old siding, we could see why the homeowner was seeing problems. The fascia and drip edge had separated in spots, and the sheathing underneath needed help before anything new could go up. This is the part homeowners almost always underestimate. New siding is only as good as what sits behind it, so we replaced damaged fascia and drip edge board with like-kind material and added 1/2" OSB sheathing where the wall needed a fresh, solid base. Skipping that step traps moisture and voids the whole point of upgrading to fiber cement.
What materials did we use, and why?
We chose James Hardie HardiePlank Beaded Smooth in the 8.25" lap profile for the main walls. Fiber cement is the material we trust most in this climate, and here is the honest reason. Wood siding swells and cracks through our 100-degree summers, and it invites rot when cedar pollen and spring rain pile up in the seams. Fiber cement won't warp, and it takes and holds paint beautifully. We wrapped the openings and corners with Hardie trim at 4" per linear foot for a clean, finished edge.
- 8.25" Beaded Smooth lap for the primary field
- Smooth 6" tongue and groove cedar accent with smooth Hardie trim
- Matching James Hardie trim at every corner and opening
- Existing gutters removed and disposed of per linear foot
- Materials delivered through McCoy's and ABC Supply Co.
How did the exterior painting go?
We painted shortly after the siding install so the color bonded to clean, dry board. The crew used Sherwin Williams coatings across the whole exterior for a tough, UV-resistant finish.
- Full paint on the new Hardie field and trim
- Fascia and soffit coated up to 24 inches
- Both garage doors and the front entry door refreshed
- Front and back porch soffit ceilings painted to match
What were the results?
The home now has a crisp, modern exterior that will hold its look through years of hail and heat. Fiber cement plus a quality paint system means far less upkeep than the old wood ever demanded.
- Weather-tight shell over new sheathing
- Sealed, sun-resistant color on every exterior surface
- Two rounds of yard cleanup and punch items before we called it done
- Project closed out September 22, 2023
Straight Answers
Questions About This Project
Why is fiber cement siding a smart choice in Austin?
It resists the warping, cracking, and rot that plague wood siding in our heat and humidity. It also stands up to hail far better than most alternatives and holds paint for years.
How long did the whole project take?
The homeowner approved the work in late May 2023, and we wrapped the install and paint by September 15, 2023. We closed out the job on September 22 after final punch items.
What did this project cost?
This siding and exterior painting job fell in the $20k–$25k range. Final pricing depends on wall area, trim detail, and how much sheathing or fascia repair a home needs.
Did you replace the gutters too?
We removed and disposed of the old gutters as part of the scope. If you want new gutters added back, we can quote that alongside a siding project.
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