Siding
Siding Installation and Replacement in North Jersey
Eagle 1 Construction installs and replaces siding across North Jersey. A siding job here means the whole wall, not only new boards: taking off the old siding, checking the sheathing, house wrap, sealing around windows and doors, new siding, trim and corners, and the places where the siding meets stone, soffit and gutters. The photos on this page come from our own jobs.
On this page
- A siding job, step by step
- Why professional siding installation matters
- Lap siding and board and batten
- Siding materials: what to ask about
- Taking off old siding and checking the wall
- House wrap: the layer behind the siding
- Sealing around windows and doors
- Trim and corners
- Siding beside stone veneer
- Siding repair and replacement
- Siding permits in North Jersey
- Repair or replace?
- Questions about siding
A siding job, step by step
A siding replacement starts with removing the old covering and inspecting the wall. The sequence continues through sheathing repairs, house wrap, flashing, siding, trim and the details where the wall meets the roof, stone and gutters.
Why professional siding installation matters
Siding is a weather layer, not just a finish. Correct fastening, drainage behind the wall, sealed openings and careful transitions help the exterior work as one system.
Lap siding and board and batten
Lap siding creates horizontal courses while board and batten adds vertical lines. They can be combined to give gables, corners and lower walls different proportions.
Siding materials: what to ask about
Ask how the material handles moisture, how corners and openings are finished, what trim is included and how repairs can be made later.
Taking off old siding and checking the wall
Removing old siding exposes the sheathing and the conditions behind the finish. Damaged or soft areas should be addressed before the new wall covering goes on.
House wrap: the layer behind the siding
House wrap helps manage bulk water and air movement behind the siding. It must overlap correctly and be integrated with window and door flashing.
Sealing around windows and doors
Openings are where siding details matter most. Trim, flashing and sealant should direct water out and keep the wall assembly continuous.
Trim and corners
Corners, soffit, fascia and transitions to stone or masonry need planned trim so the finish is straight and water has a clear path.
Siding beside stone veneer
Where siding meets stone, the bottom edge, flashing and joint should be detailed so the two materials meet cleanly without trapping water.
Siding repair and replacement
A few damaged boards may be repairable. Widespread fading, recurring moisture problems or failing trim can make full replacement the more durable choice.
Siding permits in North Jersey
Permit rules vary by municipality and by whether the work changes structure or only replaces exterior covering. Ask the local construction office what applies.
Repair or replace?
Compare the extent of damage, the condition behind the siding, the age of the finish and the details that would need to be rebuilt either way.
Questions about siding
We install and replace siding everywhere in North Jersey. These are the questions homeowners ask us most before a siding project.
How do I know if my siding needs repair or replacement?
The right answer depends on the existing exterior, the site and the product. We review those conditions before work begins and explain the options in the estimate.
How long does a siding replacement take?
It depends on the size, access, weather and site conditions. Your estimate should explain the schedule for your home.
Do you remove the old siding or install over it?
Tell us what is there when you request an estimate and ask that removal and disposal are listed in the estimate.
What happens if you find rot or damage under the old siding?
The right answer depends on the existing exterior, the site and the product. We review those conditions before work begins and explain the options in the estimate.
Do you install house wrap and flashing?
Yes. The work is planned around the existing exterior so the new installation fits the house and the surrounding details.
What is the difference between lap siding and board and batten?
The right answer depends on the existing exterior, the site and the product. We review those conditions before work begins and explain the options in the estimate.
What siding material should I choose?
The right answer depends on the existing exterior, the site and the product. We review those conditions before work begins and explain the options in the estimate.
Can you replace the siding on only one wall?
Often, yes. The answer depends on the existing wall, grade, layout and materials; we review those conditions before work begins.
Do you replace trim and corners?
The right answer depends on the existing exterior, the site and the product. We review those conditions before work begins and explain the options in the estimate.
Can you combine siding with a stone veneer base?
Often, yes. The answer depends on the existing wall, grade, layout and materials; we review those conditions before work begins.
Can siding, gutters and roofing be done together?
The right answer depends on the existing exterior, the site and the product. We review those conditions before work begins and explain the options in the estimate.
Do I need a permit to replace siding in New Jersey?
Rules vary by town. Call your town's zoning or construction office before the work starts and tell us your town when you request an estimate.
How do I clean and look after new siding?
The right answer depends on the existing exterior, the site and the product. We review those conditions before work begins and explain the options in the estimate.
Does your work come with a warranty?
Our warranty covers our workmanship. Products also carry a separate manufacturer warranty; ask for both in your estimate.
Do you work in my town?
We work everywhere in North Jersey, including Passaic, Essex, Bergen, Morris, Hudson, Union, Sussex and Warren counties. Tell us your town when you request an estimate.
How do I request an estimate?
Use the Request an estimate button or call 973-935-6329. Tell us your town, what you have and what you are seeing. Photos help.
Do not see your question? Call 973-935-6329 or request an estimate and ask us.
Ready to plan your siding project?
Send us a photo, your town and a rough idea of the size and we will tell you what we would do.