Completed October 2022
Siding & Gutters in South Austin, Austin, TX
We replaced aging exterior siding on a South Austin home with James Hardie fiber cement, then finished it with a full Sherwin Williams paint job. The home traded worn, weather-beaten cladding for a durable, sharp-looking exterior in early October 2022.
- Trades
- Siding, Gutters
- Location
- South Austin, Austin, TX
- Completed
- Project value
- $15k–$20k
- Brands installed
- James Hardie
Standout outcome — A low-maintenance exterior built for Texas heat and hail
Timeframe — On-site work ran October 4 to October 7, 2022 (4 days)
Job APS-3423
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Scope of Work
What We Did
Full James Hardie HardiePlank 8.25" Cedar Mill Siding Installation · Sherwin Williams Exterior Painting with New 5" Gutters
Siding
This South Austin project used James Hardie HardiePlank 8.25" Cedar Mill fiber cement siding. We chose fiber cement because it shrugs off 100°-plus summers, hail, and moisture that wreck older wood siding. The crew worked over four on-site days, then finished with a full exterior paint job. Siding in Austin, TX needs to handle heat and storms, and Hardie delivers a clean, long-lasting exterior.
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This home got new 5" seamless gutters as part of the exterior refresh. Seamless aluminum resists leaks better than sectional gutters because there are far fewer joints to fail. Good drainage protects both the fresh Hardie siding and the foundation below it. For gutters in Austin, TX, seamless runs are the smart move to handle heavy downpours and keep water off the house.
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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
July 21, 2022The homeowner found us on Yelp and reached out in mid-2022. Both the prospect and lead were logged on July 21, 2022. Early conversations focused on replacing tired exterior siding with something built for Central Texas weather.
Evaluation
We visited the South Austin home to inspect the full exterior in late July. The crew checked the old cladding and the wall behind it for hidden moisture and soft spots. This confirmed the home was a solid candidate for a James Hardie fiber cement re-clad.
Planning & approval
July 26, 2022After the inspection, we walked through material options, colors, and the gutter tie-in. The homeowner approved the project on July 26, 2022. We locked in HardiePlank 8.25" Cedar Mill and a Sherwin Williams paint plan before ordering.
Installation
October 7, 2022On-site work ran from October 4 to October 7, 2022. The crew installed the fiber cement siding over several days, then added new 5" gutters. Painting followed so the fresh boards got a sealed, protected finish.
Completion
October 7, 2022The project was invoiced the same day it finished, October 7, 2022, and formally closed on December 16, 2022. The home left with a low-maintenance exterior and a gutter system built to move water away from the foundation.
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Inside This Project
Why did this South Austin home need new siding?
Older homes in the 78748 area often wear out their original wood or hardboard siding. Central Texas is brutal on cladding. The mix of 100°+ summers, spring hail, and swings in humidity slowly cracks and swells older boards.
- The old siding showed wear and weather damage
- Wood and hardboard tend to soak up moisture and warp here
- The homeowner wanted a finish that wouldn't need constant repainting
What did we find when we inspected the home?
Our evaluation happened weeks before install, back in late July 2022. We walked the full exterior and checked the substrate behind the old siding. Small problems hide behind tired cladding, so this step matters. Trapped moisture and soft spots are common on homes this age, and skipping the check is where a lot of homeowners go wrong. We confirmed the wall was sound enough to take fiber cement cleanly.
- Full exterior inspected before any material was ordered
- Checked for hidden moisture and soft substrate
- Confirmed the home was a good fit for a fiber cement re-clad
What materials did we use, and why?
We chose James Hardie HardiePlank in the 8.25" Cedar Mill profile for this home. Fiber cement is the right call in Central Texas for a simple reason: it doesn't behave like wood. It won't rot, it shrugs off hail far better than vinyl, and it holds paint through years of harsh sun. The Cedar Mill texture mimics real wood grain without the upkeep that wood demands. That wider 8.25" board also throws a bolder shadow line, which cleaned up the whole look of the house. It's a material that suits our limestone-soil, high-heat region for the long haul.
- HardiePlank 8.25" Cedar Mill lap boards across the exterior
- Fiber cement resists rot, warping, and hail impact
- Wood-grain texture without the maintenance of real cedar
How did the installation and painting go?
Siding install ran across multiple days in early October, wrapping on October 7, 2022. The crew set the boards, tied in new 5" gutters, then handed off to our paint team. Painting followed the siding so the fresh fiber cement got a properly sealed, protected finish.
- On-site work spanned October 4 through October 7, 2022
- New 5" gutters added to protect the fresh siding
- Sherwin Williams primer and paint used for adhesion and UV resistance
What were the results?
The home came out with a crisp, uniform exterior that should hold up for decades. The new siding and paint work together to fight sun, moisture, and cedar pollen buildup. Maintenance drops way down compared to the old wood.
- Clean, modern exterior with a bold board profile
- Durable finish built for 100°+ summers and hail
- Far less upkeep than the original cladding
Straight Answers
Questions About This Project
How long does a full siding and paint job take?
On this South Austin home, on-site work took four days, from October 4 to October 7, 2022. Siding went up first over several days, then paint followed. Timelines vary with home size and weather.
Why is fiber cement worth it in Austin?
Austin siding takes a beating from heat, hail, and humidity swings. James Hardie fiber cement resists rot and impact far better than wood or vinyl. It also holds paint longer, which saves you money over time.
What did this project cost?
This retail siding and painting project fell in the $15k–$20k range. Final pricing depends on square footage, prep work, and gutter needs. We give a firm quote after inspecting the home.
Do you paint right over new siding?
Yes, but only after proper priming. We used Sherwin Williams products chosen to bond with fiber cement and stand up to UV. Priming first is what keeps the finish from fading early in the Texas sun.
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