FAST & EFFECTIVE HARDIE BOARD REPAIR BY SKILLED SIDING CONTRACTORS
WE CAN HANDLE JAMES HARDIE SIDING REPAIRS OF ANY SIZE
If a few boards on your home are cracked, chipped, or missing, there’s no need to replace everything. The siding experts at PJ Fitzpatrick repair all types of James Hardie fiber cement siding, whether you’re dealing with impact damage, loose or missing planks, failed sealant at the joints, a damaged soffit or fascia, or worn finish. Even if your siding has been affected by storm damage, we can send a representative out to your house, most times within a 24-hour period, to take care of all of your Hardie board repairs.
Hardie® fiber cement is built to last, but it only protects your home as long as the system stays intact. Once a board cracks or the sealant at a butt joint or window fails, water has a path behind your siding and over time that moisture can reach the sheathing and framing underneath, where repairs get far more expensive. Damaged and missing boards also take away from the aesthetic of your home and directly affect the curb appeal of your home and even that of your neighbors.
Common Causes of Hardie Board Damage
- Impact:Hail, falling branches, ladders, and stray baseballs can chip or crack fiber cement boards.
- Wind:Strong winds can loosen or pull boards away, especially at corners and gable ends.
- Failed Sealant:Caulk at butt joints, corners, and around windows breaks down over time and lets water in.
- Moisture:Water that gets behind your siding can damage the sheathing and framing underneath.
- Improper Installation:Overdriven nails, missing flashing, or too little clearance to grade cause early failure.
- Finish Wear:On painted boards, the finish can fade, chip, or peel and leave the surface exposed.
- Efflorescence:A white, chalky mineral residue can surface on boards exposed to persistent moisture.
- Settling:As a home shifts over the years, stress cracks can appear along joints and fastener lines.
Seamless Hardie Board Repair Is a Detailed Process
At PJ Fitzpatrick, we take a lot of pride in the quality of our work for your home. Every repair we take on is carefully planned and executed, from the first inspection to the final walkthrough. Our fiber cement repair experts are trained and highly skilled at restoring your home to its glory.
When we are hired to repair your Hardie board siding, we’ll start by visiting your home to assess your situation. We’ll take a look at any areas that need attention and we’ll note the severity of the damage as well as look for any underlying damage to the sheathing, flashing, or trim. We’ll also identify your siding’s profile, texture, and color, whether it’s a ColorPlus® Technology finish or primed and painted on site, so we can match it as closely as possible for a seamless look. After that, we’ll schedule your Hardie board repair appointment for a time that’s convenient for you. Once we arrive with your materials, we’ll work quickly to replace the damaged boards, reseal the affected joints, and leave you with a beautiful, well-protected home.
Annual Maintenance Can Prevent Future Repairs
You can’t prevent wind, hail, and other debris from damaging your siding, but a little routine maintenance goes a long way toward keeping your Hardie board in top shape. Once a year, rinse your siding with a garden hose and use a soft-bristle brush on any stubborn spots. Avoid high-pressure washing, which can damage fiber cement and force water behind the boards. While you’re out there, inspect the caulk at butt joints, corners, and around windows and doors and have any cracked or separated sealant replaced. Keep mulch, soil, and vegetation back from the bottom course to maintain proper clearance, make sure your gutters are draining away from the walls, and touch up any chipped paint on primed boards before moisture has a chance to get in.
Hardie Board Replacement Services
If your siding is beyond repair or there are simply too many problem areas, it may be more cost-effective to replace your Hardie board siding. We’ll work with you to discuss your options so you get the look you’ve been dreaming of. We install James Hardie fiber cement siding in Hardie® Plank lap, vertical panel, shake & shingle, Artisan®, and architectural panel styles, finished with HardieTrim® boards and available in Statement Collection® colors.
WHY CHOOSE PJ FITZPATRICK
We vow to never use cheaper materials, hurry through an installation, or overlook local code restrictions.
GETTING IT RIGHT IS ON US
If something ever goes wrong with our installation in the future, it’s not your fault… it’s ours. We’ll do what’s necessary to make things right.
WE’RE HOMEOWNERS TOO
When it comes to home improvement, we know that many of our services are not just minor changes to your home, but rather a large investment.
WE FIX OTHERS’ MISTAKES
In your search for a home improvement company, you’ve probably come across words like “experienced” or “trustworthy.” We practice what we preach.
OUR HARDIE SIDING GALLERY
Built from durable Hardie® fiber cement in the Statement Collection® of colors, PJ Fitzpatrick can strengthen and protect your home while giving it a beautiful new look. Take a look at our siding photo gallery for some James Hardie inspiration.
WANT TO DO IT YOURSELF?
SIDING INSTALLATION & REPAIR guide
The do it yourself resource for homeowners from home improvement professionals. In these projects, our siding repair experts show how to repair or install siding. We provide a list of all the materials you will need and step by step instructions.
