Siding & Windows in Goforth, Buda, TX

Why did this Goforth home need new siding?

The old exterior on this Buda home had taken years of abuse from sun, storms, and cedar pollen. The material was fading and no longer sealing the way it should.

• Sun-worn boards that had lost their finish
• Gaps that let heat and dust push into the wall
• An older home in the 78610 area due for a full refresh

What did the crew find during inspection?

Once we started pulling the old siding in early June, we got a clear look at what the wall was really doing. The sheathing had seen better days, and the previous install left thin spots where Buda's driving rain could work in behind the boards. Limestone-heavy soil in this part of Hays County shifts more than people expect, so any gaps only widen over time. We flagged these areas before the new siding went up rather than covering them. That step is where a lot of quick jobs cut corners, and it is exactly where water damage starts.

• Weak points around the old exterior boards
• Areas that needed attention before new siding
• Prep work done ahead of the HardiePlank install

What materials did we use, and why?

We chose James Hardie HardiePlank because fiber cement is the right call for Buda's climate. It holds its shape when the mercury climbs past 100°, and it takes a hail hit far better than older siding. Wood swells and rots; vinyl can soften and warp in extreme heat. Fiber cement does neither, which is why we lean on it for Central Texas homes that see hard summers and rough spring storms. We finished the whole exterior with Sherwin Williams paint to lock in the color and add another layer of protection.

• HardiePlank fiber cement lap boards from James Hardie
• Sherwin Williams paint applied after siding install
• Materials sourced through Southern Shingles and Gtown Lumber and Supply

How did the window and door install go?

We handled the 8 windows and 2 doors first, before any siding work began. The units came from NT Windows and were built for Central Texas weather. We ordered them in early April, received them in mid May, and installed over two days that same month.

• 8 replacement windows across the home
• 2 exterior doors swapped out
• Install sequenced before the siding phase for a clean tie-in

What were the results?

The home now has a tight, uniform exterior that looks sharp and performs well. New windows cut heat gain, and the fiber cement shell protects the walls year-round.

• A fresh, cohesive look on every side of the home
• Better sealing at all window and door openings
• An exterior built to ride out Buda summers and hail season