Siding, Roofing, Windows & Decks in Buckley, WA

Nearly half of the single-family homes in Buckley were built in 2000 or later: Pierce County assessor records put the share at 47%. That makes this a town of fairly new houses whose first siding, roofs, windows and decks are starting to come due, alongside an older core of homes from before 1950. Builders Service Company handles exterior home remodel work here in four areas: siding, roofing, windows and decks. Each one is covered below with what the local data says about houses in this part of Pierce County, and the materials we usually recommend for them. Every project starts with a free in-home consultation to understand your goals and look at the house itself.

Homes in Buckley: what’s on them now

Pierce County assessor records list 1,908 single-family homes in Buckley, with a median year built of 1999. The era mix is broad:

• Before 1950: 20%
• 1950 to 1979: 16%
• 1980 to 1999: 18%
• 2000 or later: 47%

Census data shows 85% of housing units are detached houses, 9% are attached and 6% are apartments, so most exterior projects here involve a standalone house.

Each era tends to carry its own materials. Houses from before 1950 likely still have original wood lap siding, possibly with lead paint, and single-pane or early windows. Homes from 1950 to 1979 often have cedar, T1-11 or asbestos-cement shingle siding; asbestos-cement may contain asbestos and should be tested before removal. The 1980s and 1990s were the era of composite and hardboard siding, and 9% of homes went up from 1985 to 1996, when LP siding, with its known history of moisture failure, was common. The newest homes usually have fiber cement or builder-grade vinyl siding and builder-grade windows that are reaching their first repaint or replacement.

Assessor records rate only 1% of homes in fair or worse condition. Where a permit is needed for exterior work, it comes from the City of Buckley.

Siding in Buckley

Assessor records show only 4% of single-family homes in Buckley with vinyl siding, so most houses here are clad in something else: wood lap on the oldest homes, cedar, T1-11 or hardboard on mid-century and late-century houses, and fiber cement or other builder materials on newer ones. About 9% of homes date from 1985 to 1996, the LP siding era, when hardboard panels with a known history of moisture failure were common. Whatever is on your walls today, these are the replacement types we usually recommend, and the best option for your home is discussed during the free in-home consultation.

Strong east winds are a defining local factor, and the region calls for wind-rated siding and roofing. None of the three main options is wood, which matters in a wet climate.

• Vinyl siding is the most versatile and least expensive option, with a low-maintenance finish. It keeps costs in check on large wall areas: the median home has 1,791 square feet, and 42% have two or more stories.
• The Evergreen Shield Siding System is our insulated composite siding, designed for the Pacific Northwest. Its composite material is built for water resistance against long wet seasons, mold and mildew. An insulating graphite membrane gives it a thermal resistance of R-2.0, compared with R-0.61 for standard vinyl, which counts where Census data shows 36% of homes heat with electricity.
• Metal siding is the other choice for a long-term upgrade. With home values about 8% above the Pierce County median, many owners weigh metal or the Evergreen Shield Siding System.
• Stacked stone and stone veneer add accents at entries, wainscots, columns and chimneys, used with the main siding rather than across the whole house.

For materials, colors and more detail, see our page on siding replacement in Buckley.

Roofing in Buckley

Assessor records show just 2% of single-family homes in Buckley with a metal roof, and no wood shake roofs on record. Census data puts the median home at 1995 construction, so a replacement often starts with checking how many layers are already on the roof deck and what shape the sheathing is in.

The Cascade foothills bring ice storms, strong east winds and snow load on higher lots, and the region calls for wind-rated roofing. Wildfire risk is rated low, at the 24th percentile in the state. We install two main roof types and give them equal weight:

• Asphalt shingle roofing, installed with attention to underlayment, flashing, sealing and attic ventilation. Those details carry a shingle roof through wind-driven storms and ice.
• EDCO metal roofing, which sheds snow rather than holding it. On higher lots that carry a snow load, we check the roof structure before a metal roof goes on.

Both options suit the detached houses that make up most of the local housing, and the choice usually comes down to budget, look and how long you plan to stay. During the free in-home consultation we look at your current roof, the attic, the flashing around chimneys and vents, and the edges where water and ice collect, then walk you through both systems for your house.

Moss, gutters and roof-edge maintenance are part of the conversation too, since they decide how well any new roof holds up between storms.

For more on materials and the process, see our page on roof replacement in Buckley.

Windows in Buckley

Builders Service Company is the exclusive provider of Preservation 9000 vinyl replacement windows in Washington, and they are the windows we install in Buckley homes. Assessor records show 18% of homes were built from 1980 to 1999, the years of first-generation vinyl windows, where failing seals and fogged glass are common now.

Census data shows 36% of homes heat with electricity. Where heating is costly, efficient windows pay back more. To find current efficiency programs, check with the City of Buckley or PSE, whichever supplies your power.

Style choices follow the house:

• Sliders or casements on upper floors and under tight eaves, useful where 42% of homes have two or more stories.
• Picture windows and bay or bow windows for the 4% of homes with a view.
• Casement, awning or hopper windows for ventilation in kitchens and baths.
• Double-hung, garden and custom shapes where the design of the house calls for them.

Installation matters as much as the window. We remove the old units without damaging the surrounding walls, then seal and fit each new window to keep out water and drafts. With 78% of homes owner-occupied, most homeowners we meet are planning to stay and want windows that last.

For styles and the full process, see our page on window replacement in Buckley.

Decks in Buckley

Assessor records show 37% of single-family homes in Buckley have a deck, with a median deck size of 192 square feet.

The local climate is wet, so moss, shade and standing water shape the material choice:

• Composite and vinyl decking do not rot and do not need staining, which suits shaded yards and long rainy seasons.
• Wood decking costs less up front and gives a natural look, with regular sealing to keep it sound.

Whatever the material, we plan for drainage and slip resistance on the walking surface. On higher lots that see snow load, the framing is sized for it. For the 4% of homes with a view, we choose railings that keep the sightlines open. Front yard, covered and patio decks are all options, depending on the house and how you plan to use the space.

For design options and the process, see our page on deck building in Buckley.

Also serving nearby

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Schedule a free in-home consultation or call our Tacoma office at 253-777-0866. We will look at your house, explain the options that fit it, and answer your questions. Ask about our lifetime warranty, our discounts for seniors, active military, veterans and first responders, and financing.