clifton 354 Posted June 24, 2013 Report Share Posted June 24, 2013 Any House siding experts in Houston. Im looking to Side my house. Willing to do Gun Trades. Also does anybody have previous experience on there house, tip, cost ect. my House is a 2k SQF two story. Thanks. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
yakdung 2,926 Posted June 24, 2013 Report Share Posted June 24, 2013 (edited) When I did my home, I used hurriquake nails and placed a layer of breathable radiant barrier on top of 30 lb felt. It made a big difference on my west facing wall of the house. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HurriQuake http://www.popsci.com/popsci/flat/bown/2006/innovator_5.html http://www.homedepot.com/p/Reach-Barrier-4-ft-by-250-ft-Silvertanium-Reflective-Attic-Insulation-Roll-3023/203536782#.Uch_r9hiCsY Good luck, Edited June 25, 2013 by yakdung Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Odd Man Out 1,283 Posted June 24, 2013 Report Share Posted June 24, 2013 I did my entire house with hardiplank alone -- with screws!!! It takes time but imo it is a rather easy one person DIY project. You just need the right type circular saw blade and; 2 of Malco FCFG 5-Inch to 8-Inch Exposure Fiber Cement Siding Facing Gauge and 2 of Malco FCG2 Pair Fiber Cement Siding Overlap Gauges appropriate ladders / scaffolding as needed. I saved big bucks doing it myself. Here to answer any Q's you have... 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sim_Player 1,939 Posted June 24, 2013 Report Share Posted June 24, 2013 I've been installing Fiber Cement Siding for about 10 years now (small business owner). It's a great product. Fire-proof, bug-proof, etc.You'll be charged by the exterior square foot. Rates vary by region of the country and difficulty of installation (height, lots of funny angles, etc.) During the housing boom I was charging $1.75 per square (new construction). If you have existing lap-siding, take removal and disposal fees into account.Adding or replacing window trim door trim, or corner-boards may be an additional expense (although I never charged extra).If it's an existing (older) structure, inspect the exterior walls carefully for damage before installing the new siding. Most siders include the windows and doors in their measurements because of the added measurements and cuts.OSI Quad caulk is a GREAT product to use and highly recommended. Stainless nails are great (=EXPENSIVE) but, galvanized resist the elements just fine with good paint (I recommend Behr Premium Ultra to my customers and have been using it for years). Make sure that all seems are caulked water-tight.A quality vapor barrier is a must. Tar-paper will become brittle over time. I prefer using Tyvek-type house-wrap.Lots of good info here...http://www.jameshardie.com/denver/replacement-siding-installation-process.shtml Quote Link to post Share on other sites
clifton 354 Posted June 25, 2013 Author Report Share Posted June 25, 2013 Thanks alot .. learning as we speak Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sim_Player 1,939 Posted June 25, 2013 Report Share Posted June 25, 2013 If you have the time, you can do it yourself with minimal tools and equipment. We can help you with those "silly" questions. You could save yourself thousands. I'll PM you my E-mail if you go that route. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
lbsrdi 1,078 Posted June 25, 2013 Report Share Posted June 25, 2013 The only thing I can add is that the good contractors are booked up pretty good this time of year, me being one. GL Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jerry52 893 Posted June 26, 2013 Report Share Posted June 26, 2013 So if I am an (undocumented worker) and my name Pedro we can do the deal for guns? HaHa Quote Link to post Share on other sites
clifton 354 Posted June 26, 2013 Author Report Share Posted June 26, 2013 que pistola? ti quero Armas... Just a joke so if it dont make since I dont care. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
csspecs 1,987 Posted June 26, 2013 Report Share Posted June 26, 2013 If you do it yourself be sure to get a good mask as well. The saw dust is a known hazard. I used to install the stuff every so often. Its not totally DIY friendly as it can crack fairly easy while being nailed. If you opt for using galvanized nails, I'd suggest the Maze brand 'stormguard' way less hateful, and yes they are almost twice the price but they save you a lot of time. The cheap nails are a false value. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
yakdung 2,926 Posted June 26, 2013 Report Share Posted June 26, 2013 (edited) I also agree with the mask. I believe I used an "N95" throwaway found at Wallymart. I also used a fan positioned in such a way, to blow the cement dust away from the direction of my lungs when making cuts. N95 is listed below. This is the same mask I used when I pulled wet mold infested Sheetrock after Katrina. They work fine, but have a limited life span so I would grab a handful. N95: http://www.3m.com/product/information/N95-Particulate-Respirator.html Edited June 26, 2013 by yakdung Quote Link to post Share on other sites
beefcakeb99 572 Posted June 26, 2013 Report Share Posted June 26, 2013 dont got to email! do it here so all can learn Quote Link to post Share on other sites
vulcan16 971 Posted June 26, 2013 Report Share Posted June 26, 2013 I have a guy who should be able to help you. Send a PM or call with details please. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Odd Man Out 1,283 Posted June 27, 2013 Report Share Posted June 27, 2013 If you do it yourself be sure to get a good mask as well. The saw dust is a known hazard. I used to install the stuff every so often. Its not totally DIY friendly as it can crack fairly easy while being nailed. If you opt for using galvanized nails, I'd suggest the Maze brand 'stormguard' way less hateful, and yes they are almost twice the price but they save you a lot of time. The cheap nails are a false value. Two reasons why I used screws -- sure it takes a bit longer but you will never waste a board by cracking it and, if you need to replace a section, you can. Also second the notion of getting and using an effective mask -- the very fine dust created by cutting the stuff floats everywhere and it has been proven to be dangerous/cancerous if inhaled/ingested. Baaaaad stuff. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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