Siding, Roofing, Windows & Decks in South Hill, WA

Nearly half of South Hill’s homes, 45%, were built in 2000 or later, most of them in the subdivisions that filled this unincorporated part of Pierce County through the 1990s and 2000s. Many of those exteriors are now reaching their first round of replacement: original builder-grade siding, roofs and windows, plus decks that have seen years of wet weather. As local exterior contractors, Builders Service Company replaces siding, roofing, windows and decks on these homes. Below you’ll find what the local data says about each service, which materials we usually recommend, and how to schedule a free in-home consultation.

Homes in South Hill: what’s on them now

Census data puts the median year built at 1997. By era, 45% of homes date from 2000 or later, 37% from 1980 to 1999, 17% from 1950 to 1979 and 1% from before 1950. Pierce County assessor records count 19,306 single-family homes, with a median size of 2,047 square feet and only 1% rated in fair or worse condition.

Most housing is detached: 72% of units are single-family detached houses, 10% are attached homes, 13% are apartments and 5% are mobile homes.

Here is what those eras usually mean for the exterior:

• 2000 or later: fiber cement or builder-grade vinyl siding reaching its first repaint or replacement, plus builder-grade windows. Newer subdivisions such as Brookfield Farms (median year built 2013) and Southwood Estates (2011) fall in this group.
• 1980 to 1999: the era of composite and hardboard siding, including LP siding, which has a known history of moisture failure. Assessor records show 18% of homes were built from 1985 to 1996, the main LP siding years. Windows from this period are often first-generation vinyl.
• 1950 to 1979: cedar, T1-11 or asbestos-cement shingle siding, with aluminum or early vinyl windows. Asbestos-cement siding may contain asbestos and should be tested before removal.

Building permits for exterior work in South Hill are handled by Pierce County.

Siding in South Hill

Most South Hill houses are not sided in vinyl today: Pierce County assessor records list vinyl on just 9% of single-family homes. The rest carry what the builder installed, from hardboard and LP siding on the 18% built between 1985 and 1996 to the fiber cement of the 2000s. When that siding starts to swell, crack or need paint, we replace it with one of the types we usually recommend. The best option for your home is settled during the free in-home consultation, where we bring samples so you can see and feel the materials and colors at your house.

• Vinyl siding is the most versatile and least expensive option. With a median home size of 2,047 square feet and 68% of homes at two stories or more, wall areas here are large, and vinyl keeps a full residing project within reach.
• The Evergreen Shield Siding System is our insulated composite siding, built for water resistance through long wet seasons, humidity, mold and mildew. Its insulating graphite membrane gives a thermal resistance of R-2.0, compared with R-0.61 for standard vinyl siding. Census data shows 53% of local homes heat with electricity, and where heating is costly, that insulation is worth more.
• Metal siding suits owners who want a premium, long-term exterior. The median home value is about $545,000, roughly 2% above the Pierce County median, and owners at that level often choose the Evergreen Shield Siding System or metal.
• Stacked stone and stone veneer add accents at entries, columns, chimneys and wainscots, used alongside the main siding.

None of the three siding types is wood. Read more about siding replacement in South Hill.

Roofing in South Hill

South Sound weather shapes every roof in South Hill. The region gets heavier rain than the central Sound, and moss on roofs is common. Moss holds water against the roof surface, so a replacement here starts with the details that move water off and keep the structure dry: underlayment, flashing at walls and valleys, gutters and roof edges in good order, and attic ventilation.

We install two roof types and give them equal weight:

• Asphalt shingle roofing, the familiar choice on subdivision homes, installed over new underlayment with flashing and ventilation planned for long wet winters.
• EDCO metal roofing, for owners who want a metal roof in place of shingles.

Pierce County assessor records show how few local homes have anything else today: 1% have metal roofs, 1% wood shake and 3% tile. Where an old shake roof is still on the house, moss and rot are usually what prompt the change to metal or asphalt.

Age matters too. On homes built in the 1980s and 1990s, we check how many layers are already on the roof before planning a tear-off. The 5% of housing that is mobile homes often has low-slope manufactured-home roofs, which need their own approach to drainage and flashing.

Wildfire risk is rated Low, at the 42nd percentile statewide, so rain and moss, not fire, usually drive roof decisions.

Learn more about roof replacement in South Hill.

Windows in South Hill

Windows on South Hill homes reflect when the house was built. The 37% of homes from 1980 to 1999 often still have first-generation vinyl windows, and many of those now have failing seals: fogging between the panes and drafts around the sash. Homes built since 2000 usually came with builder-grade windows that are reaching replacement age.

We install Preservation 9000 vinyl replacement windows, and Builders Service Company is 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.

Matching styles to local homes:

• Upper floors: 68% of homes here have two or more stories. Sliders and casements are practical upstairs, where tight eaves limit how a window can open.
• Kitchens and baths: casement, awning or hopper windows open for ventilation.
• Main living spaces: picture windows and bay or bow units bring in more light.

Heating fuel affects the payback. Census data shows 53% of homes heat with electricity, and where heating is costly, efficient windows pay back more. Electric service comes from PSE; check with PSE for current programs before you order.

With 71% of homes owner-occupied, many owners plan to stay, and new windows mean fewer drafts and steadier indoor temperatures for the years ahead.

See our page on window replacement in South Hill.

Decks in South Hill

Decks are common here: Pierce County assessor records show 44% of South Hill homes have one, with a median deck size of 258 square feet. With 71% of homes owner-occupied, many of those decks belong to owners who plan to stay and keep using the space.

The wet South Sound climate is the main test for a deck. The region gets heavier rain than the central Sound, and the same moss that grows on roofs settles on deck boards, so we plan for drainage, slip resistance and materials that resist moss and rot.

We build with three materials:

• Composite decking and vinyl decking suit damp yards because they will not rot and do not need staining.
• Wood decking fits a tighter budget or a natural look, with regular sealing to keep moisture out.

On two-story houses, a deck off the main floor is often elevated, so stairs, railings and framing are planned for the height. Only 4% of homes have a view, so most railing choices can focus on safety and style.

Learn more about deck building in South Hill.

Get a free in-home consultation

Schedule a free in-home consultation and we’ll look at your siding, roof, windows or deck, bring samples and talk through the options that fit your house. Call our Tacoma office at 253-777-0866 or contact us online. We offer financing, a lifetime warranty, and discounts for seniors, active military, veterans and first responders.