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Protect Your Siding by Spotting and Fixing These Common Problems

Your siding is one of the most important features of your home—creating beautiful curb appeal as it prevents damage from the weather and pests. Over time, small damage can arise to your exterior—and it pays to recognize issues and deal with them promptly, so your siding remains durable and effective.These tips will help you spot the most common siding issues you’re likely to face—with fixes so you can address them and preserve your home’s value…

Smart Exteriors Transforms Leawood Home with Woodpecker-Resistant Siding

Smart Exteriors Transforms Leawood Home with Woodpecker-Resistant Siding Revitalizing an older home: Smart Exteriors' latest project brings new life to a cherished Leawood residence with new Hardie siding. BEFORE AFTER Location: Leawood, KSRenovations: James Hardie SidingIn Leawood, KS, two homeowners faced a daunting challenge: their single-family home, built in 1954, was in dire need of repairs. The home's siding was rotting, suffered woodpecker damage, and had poor insulation. They needed help.Fortunately, the homeowners knew exactly…

Plattsburg, MO Home with Rotted Siding Gets Rejuvenated

Plattsburg, MO Home with Rotted Siding Gets Rejuvenated Discover how Smart Exteriors breathed new life into a Plattsburg, MO home plagued by decaying siding and a lackluster exterior.BEFORE AFTER Location: Plattsburg, MORenovations: James Hardie Siding; Versetta Stone; Custom Cedar PostsA Decaying Home Exterior Needs RevivedWhen these Plattsburg, MO homeowners were searching for a company to bring their home improvement dreams to life, they knew they needed a team that could deliver exceptional results within their…

What to Expect During a Siding Installation

Getting new siding for your home is an exciting process. You’ll achieve beautiful curb appeal and enjoy knowing your house is protected from the elements. As you make this valuable investment, if you’ve never replaced your siding before, you may be wondering what to expect. The good news is—the siding replacement process can be smooth and streamlined when you work with a team (like ours!) that cares about making your experience a great one. Here’s…

Beautiful New Hardie Siding Transforms Missouri Split Level Home

Beautiful New Hardie Siding Transforms Missouri Split Level Two Missouri homeowners hired Smart Exteriors to install James Hardie fiber cement siding in their home and boost its curb appeal. Before & After Before After Location:  Raytown, MORenovations:  James Hardie SidingTwo Missouri homeowners were looking to update their split-level home and get rid of some rotted panel siding. They knew that Smart Exteriors was a reputable contractor in the area, and some Googling confirmed that we…

Lee’s Summit, MO Homeowner Gets Beautiful New Siding

Lee's Summit, MO Home Gets Beautiful New James Hardie Siding & ProVia Windows A Lee's Summit, MO homeowner called Smart Exteriors when she needed a professional siding and window installation to replace rotted siding, sheathing, and drafty windows. Before After Before After Before After After Before During During After After Before During During After Before During After After Location: Lee's Summit, MORenovations: Installed ProVia windows and James Hardie sidingA Lee's Summit, MO homeowner was looking…

James Hardie Siding Gives Shawnee Home a New Look

James Hardie Siding Gives Shawnee Home a New Look See how Smart Exteriors updated a Shawnee home with energy-efficient, low-maintenance James Hardie siding and ProVia Windows. Before During After Before During After Before After Before During After After After Location: Shawnee, KSRenovations: ProVia Windows and James Hardie SidingA Shawnee homeowner needed an update for his traditional, two-story home. The siding needed to be replaced and the windows were old and difficult to open. His wishlist…

Why Is Hardie Siding the Best Solution to Woodpecker Siding Damage?

Woodpeckers are a common sight in Kansas City and other areas of the United States. Woodpecker siding damage can be a frustrating and expensive problem for homeowners. Woodpeckers can cause significant damage to siding, leaving unsightly holes and requiring costly repairs. In this article, we'll explain why woodpeckers are attracted to siding and why Hardie siding is the best solution to prevent woodpecker damage and protect your home. Why do woodpeckers choose to peck holes…

New Deck, Siding, and Windows Revitalize Lee’s Summit Home

New Deck, Siding, and Windows Revitalize Lee’s Summit Home See how Smart Exteriors updated the damaged exterior of a Lee’s Summit home with durable stylish James Hardie siding, vinyl windows, and a new deck.https://youtu.be/uRLlek2FoMo Location: Lee Summit, MORenovations: James Hardie Siding, Vinyl Windows, Two New Decks, Gutters, and PaintA Lee’s Summit homeowner was frustrated with his house. The exterior of his two-story, 1980s-built home was beginning to show its age including wood rot from decades…

7 Signs Your Home Has Termite Damage

Termites are a huge problem for homeowners, especially in Kansas City. If their presence in a home is allowed to go unchecked, the issues they cause can severely damage the structure of your home—weakening floors, walls, siding, and structural wood beams. These tiny insects can make your house unlivable and force you to invest in costly repairs—so it’s important to catch an infestation quickly. If you’re concerned you might have termites, you’ll want to do…