Siding, Roofing, Windows & Decks in Bremerton, WA

One in three homes in Bremerton went up before 1950, and much of the city’s housing dates from its older shipyard era. Census data puts that pre-1950 share at 33%, and houses that old often still carry original wood lap siding and early windows. Builders Service Company is an exterior contractor working across Kitsap County. We replace siding, install asphalt shingle and EDCO metal roofs, fit Preservation 9000 replacement windows and build decks in wood, vinyl and composite. The sections below cover what is typical on homes like yours, how local conditions affect each material, and how to start with a free in-home consultation.

Homes in Bremerton: what’s on them now

The median home here was built in 1969, according to Census data. Older houses lead the mix, but every era is well represented: 33% of homes date from before 1950, 32% from 1950 to 1979, 17% from 1980 to 1999 and 18% from 2000 on. Of the city’s 19,735 housing units, 52% are detached houses, 22% are attached homes, 24% are apartments and 2% are mobile homes.

Each era left different materials on the walls. Pre-1950 houses, including much of the older shipyard-era stock, likely still have original wood lap siding and single-pane or early windows, and their paint may contain lead. Homes from 1950 to 1979 usually have cedar, T1-11 or asbestos-cement shingle siding with aluminum or early vinyl windows; asbestos-cement may contain asbestos and should be tested before removal. Houses built from 1980 to 1999 come from the era of hardboard and composite siding, including LP siding, which has a known history of moisture failure, along with first-generation vinyl windows. Newer homes typically have fiber cement or builder-grade vinyl siding and builder-grade windows now reaching their first repaint or replacement.

Permits for exterior work here are issued by the City of Bremerton.

Siding in Bremerton

Siding near salt water has to stand up to more than rain. Kitsap’s waterfront salt air is hard on exposed metal and painted surfaces, so a new wall should use corrosion-resistant fasteners and flashing and finishes rated for marine exposure. Where salt air is a factor, we usually recommend vinyl siding or the Evergreen Shield Siding System.

The right one depends on your house and budget. Census data puts the median home value in Bremerton near $440,000, about 25% below the Kitsap County median, and many owners in that range choose vinyl. It is the most versatile and least expensive of the types we install, which helps on homes with a lot of wall area.

The Evergreen Shield Siding System is the premium upgrade. Its composite panels are built for water resistance against long wet seasons, mold and mildew, and an insulating graphite membrane gives it R-2.0 thermal resistance, compared with R-0.61 for standard vinyl. With 58% of homes heating with electricity, insulated siding offers a larger payback here than where heat is cheaper. We also install metal siding, and stacked stone or stone veneer works as an accent on entries, columns or a durable base course.

What comes off the wall depends on the era. Homes from 1950 to 1979 often have cedar, T1-11 or asbestos-cement shingles, and asbestos-cement may contain asbestos and should be tested before removal. The 17% of homes built from 1980 to 1999 may have hardboard or LP siding, which has a known history of moisture failure. Unlike the cedar on many older houses, none of the three types we usually recommend is wood. We settle on the best option for your home during the free in-home consultation.

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Roofing in Bremerton

Heavy tree cover is the main roofing issue across Kitsap’s peninsula communities. Shade keeps roofs damp, moss takes hold, and needles and debris collect along gutters and roof edges. A replacement in Bremerton should include a plan for moss, good attic ventilation, a sound underlayment and careful flashing at valleys, walls and penetrations, plus attention to gutters and the roof edge.

The region also sees marine wind, so we pay close attention to how eaves, rakes and flashing are secured. Those details matter as much as the roofing material itself.

We install two main roof types and give them equal weight. Asphalt shingle roofing is a straightforward replacement for most pitched roofs. EDCO metal roofing is the other option, and the choice between them comes down to your roof’s pitch, shade, condition and budget. Old cedar shakes, where they remain, tend to hold moisture and grow moss under heavy shade, which a new asphalt or metal roof avoids. On older houses we also check how many layers of roofing are already in place, since that affects the tear-off.

Wildfire is a smaller factor here. Wildfire risk is rated Low, at the 59th percentile statewide, so roof choices are driven more by moisture, moss and wind than by fire.

During the free in-home consultation we look at the roof, the attic ventilation and the gutters before recommending a material.

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Windows in Bremerton

The median home in Bremerton was built in 1969, so many houses still have single-pane glass or aluminum frames, and later homes may have first-generation vinyl windows with failing seals.

Salt air is hard on both older frame types. Constant moisture rots wood frames over time, and salt corrodes aluminum frames and hardware, so new windows near the water should have corrosion-resistant hardware.

Heating cost strengthens the case for replacement. Census data shows 58% of homes heat with electricity and 5% with oil, and the payback from efficient windows is larger where heating is costly. PSE is the electric utility, so check with PSE for current rebate programs.

We install Preservation 9000 vinyl replacement windows, and we are the exclusive provider of Preservation 9000 windows in Washington. Styles include double-hung, slider, casement and awning, hopper, picture, garden, bay and bow, and custom shapes. Casement, awning or hopper windows suit kitchens and baths that need ventilation, while picture windows and bay or bow units suit rooms with a view. If your home has an older wood-framed picture window, a new picture window or a garden window is a common replacement.

Our custom vinyl windows are made to fit each opening. During the free in-home consultation we assess your existing windows, talk through styles and recommend what fits your home.

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Decks in Bremerton

Shade and moisture shape deck choices here. Kitsap’s heavy tree cover keeps decking damp, and moss grows on boards that stay wet. For shaded or moss-prone yards we usually recommend composite or vinyl decking, which won’t rot and doesn’t need staining.

Wood decking is still a good fit if you want a natural look or a lower starting budget, as long as you plan on regular sealing to keep moisture out.

Census data shows 52% of homes in Bremerton are detached houses, the type of home where most of our deck projects begin, whether that means replacing a worn deck or adding a new one off the back of the house.

We build decks in wood, vinyl and composite, and we work through size, layout and material with you during the free in-home consultation. We look at the condition of any existing deck and the ground beneath it before recommending a material.

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Get a free in-home consultation

Schedule a free in-home consultation to talk through siding, roofing, windows or a deck for your home. Contact us online or call 253-777-0866. Our work carries a lifetime warranty, we offer discounts for seniors, active military, veterans and first responders, and financing is available.