Chehalis, WA
Siding in Chehalis, WA
Siding for Chehalis homes, from Builders Service Company.
The dominant building era in Chehalis, 1950 to 1979, left many houses with cedar, T1-11 or asbestos-cement shingle siding. Shingles from that era may contain asbestos and should be tested before removal. Another 18% of homes were built from 1980 to 1999, when hardboard and LP siding were common, and LP siding has a known history of moisture failure.
We usually recommend three replacement sidings, and none of them is wood:
- Vinyl siding is the most versatile and least expensive option, a practical choice when budget or a large wall area drives the decision.
- Evergreen Shield Siding System is our exclusive insulated composite siding, designed for the Pacific Northwest climate. Its composite material is built for water resistance against long wet seasons, humidity, mold and mildew. An insulating graphite membrane gives it a thermal resistance of R-2.0, compared with R-0.61 for standard vinyl siding.
- Metal siding is the other premium choice, alongside the Evergreen Shield Siding System.
Heating cost points toward insulation here. Census data shows 70% of local homes heat with electricity, and where heating is costly, insulated siding pays back more over time. Home values point the same way: the median home value of about $375,000 runs 8% above the Lewis County median, and owners of homes in that range more often choose premium siding such as the Evergreen Shield Siding System or metal.
Stacked stone and stone veneer accents can finish a wainscot, entry, column or chimney alongside any of the three. The best option for your home is something we work through together during the free in-home consultation.
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Chehalis siding FAQ
Can I replace old T1-11 or asbestos-cement siding on a Chehalis home?
Yes. Many homes in Chehalis date from the 1950 to 1979 era, when cedar, T1-11 and asbestos-cement shingles were common. Asbestos-cement shingles may contain asbestos and should be tested before removal. Once the old siding is off, we usually recommend vinyl, the Evergreen Shield Siding System or metal, and we choose among them with you at a free in-home consultation.
Is insulated siding worth it in Chehalis?
It can be, especially in homes with electric heat. Census data shows 70% of Chehalis homes heat with electricity, and where heating is costly, insulated siding pays back more. The Evergreen Shield Siding System has a thermal resistance of R-2.0, compared with R-0.61 for standard vinyl siding. We talk through whether it fits your home during the free in-home consultation.
