Siding, Roofing, Windows & Decks in Marysville, WA

Fast-growing subdivisions of newer homes shape much of Marysville, and Census data puts the median year built at 1994. A house from the mid-1990s or later needs different exterior work than one from the 1960s, and this city has plenty of both. Builders Service Company is an exterior contractor serving homeowners across Snohomish County. We replace siding, install asphalt shingle and EDCO metal roofs, fit Preservation 9000 replacement windows and build decks. The sections below cover what is typical on local houses, which materials suit them and what to look at before you start, whether you plan one project or several together.

Homes in Marysville: what’s on them now

Census data splits the housing stock into four eras: 4% built before 1950, 28% from 1950 to 1979, 31% from 1980 to 1999 and 37% in 2000 or later. Half the homes were built in 1994 or later. Most are detached houses (71%), with 12% attached homes, 11% apartments and 5% mobile homes. Snohomish County assessor records count 18,800 detached single-family homes in the city.

Each era tends to carry its own exterior. Houses from 1950 to 1979 often 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. The 1980s and 1990s were the era of composite and hardboard siding, including LP siding, which has a known history of moisture failure, along with first-generation vinyl windows. Homes from 2000 on usually have fiber cement or builder-grade vinyl siding reaching its first repaint or replacement, plus builder-grade windows.

Neighborhood build years follow the same pattern. Sunnyside Hills, with 266 homes, has a median build year of 1968, and Quilceda Meadow’s is 1978. Suncrest Terrace dates to 1983 and Kellogg Village to 1999.

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

Siding in Marysville

Siding is usually where a house shows its age first. Census data puts 31% of local homes in the 1980 to 1999 build years, when hardboard and LP siding were common, and another 28% between 1950 and 1979, when cedar and T1-11 went on many houses. Swelling, soft spots, peeling paint and rot along the lower courses are the usual signs that replacement is due. Builder-grade vinyl on newer houses is often ready for an upgrade too.

We usually recommend three siding types, and we settle on the right one for your house during the free in-home consultation:

• Vinyl siding is the most versatile and least expensive option. Median home values here run about 13% below the Snohomish County median, and in that range many owners choose a durable, cost-effective material like vinyl.
• The Evergreen Shield Siding System is our exclusive insulated composite siding, built for water resistance through long wet seasons, humidity, mold and mildew. Its graphite membrane gives it a thermal resistance of R-2.0, compared with R-0.61 for standard vinyl. Half of local homes heat with electricity, and where heating costs more, insulated siding pays back more.
• Metal siding is the third option, often picked for a crisp, contemporary look.

None of the three is wood, so in our experience none of them rots the way aging cedar does in a wet climate. Stacked stone and stone veneer work as accents on wainscots, entries, columns and chimneys, and give the base of a wall a durable finish.

Learn more about siding replacement in Marysville.

Roofing in Marysville

We install two roofing systems and give them equal weight: asphalt shingle roofing and EDCO metal roofing. Asphalt shingles are the familiar, cost-effective choice for most pitched roofs. EDCO metal roofing suits owners who prefer metal and want a different look. Moss and rot on old cedar shakes are a common reason owners move to either one.

Valley wind is part of the weather in the North Snohomish and Skagit region, so on every job we pay close attention to how edges, ridges and flashing are fastened. Ventilation and underlayment get the same care, because a roof in a wet climate depends on what sits under the shingles or panels.

Wildfire risk here is rated low, at the 42nd percentile statewide, so the choice between asphalt and metal can rest on looks, budget and how long you plan to stay. Snohomish County assessor records show manufactured homes make up 5% of residential properties in the city. Those roofs are often low-slope and need a different approach from a standard pitched roof, which we assess on site.

Signs your roof may need replacing:

• Missing or broken shingles
• Sagging along the ridge or roof planes
• Dark spots, moss or rot on the roof surface
• Water stains in the attic, or daylight showing through the roof boards

On older houses we also check for more than one layer of shingles, since that changes what tear-off involves.

Read about roof replacement in Marysville.

Windows in Marysville

Window needs here depend mostly on when the house was built. Homes from the 1980s and 1990s often still have first-generation vinyl windows, and failing seals are common at that age: when the seal around a double-pane unit breaks, moist air gets between the panes and the glass fogs. Census data shows 37% of homes were built in 2000 or later, and many of those have builder-grade windows. On houses from 1950 to 1979, aluminum frames are the usual target.

We install Preservation 9000 vinyl replacement windows and are the exclusive provider of Preservation 9000 in Washington. Styles include double-hung, slider, casement, awning, hopper, picture, garden, bay and bow, and custom shapes. Casement, awning and hopper windows open for ventilation in kitchens and baths. A garden window projects outward with shelves for herbs or plants, and a picture window is fixed glass, often paired with operable units on each side.

About half of local homes heat with electricity, and where heating costs more, efficient windows pay back more. Snohomish County PUD is the electric utility, and you can check with it for current rebate programs. With 69% of homes owner-occupied, many households here are long-term owners investing in their exteriors.

Find out more about window replacement in Marysville.

Decks in Marysville

A typical lot here leaves room for a good-sized deck: Snohomish County assessor records put the median lot at 0.18 acres. We build in wood, vinyl and composite, including backyard decks, front decks, covered decks and built-in bench seats.

In a wet climate, composite and vinyl decking are the low-maintenance picks, since neither rots or needs staining. Wood suits a tighter budget or a natural look, as long as you plan on regular sealing. Shaded yards and north-facing decks stay damp longer, which is another point in favor of composite or vinyl.

Many homeowners add a deck as part of a larger exterior project. We size it to the yard and how you plan to use it, and we pay attention to where the deck meets the house, because the flashing at that joint keeps water out of the wall behind the siding.

See our page on deck building in Marysville.

Get a free in-home consultation

Schedule a free in-home consultation and we will walk your property, look at the siding, roof, windows and deck space, and go over the options that fit. Reach us online or call our Seattle line at 206-430-1927. Every job carries a lifetime warranty, financing is available, and seniors, active military, veterans and first responders receive discounts. Washington contractor license BUILDSC027JN.