Siding Replacement in South Jersey
Siding replacement means taking your home down to the bare wall and building it back the right way — not just hanging new panels over old problems. We serve Cherry Hill, Voorhees, Marlton (Evesham), Mount Laurel, Moorestown, Haddonfield, Medford, Cinnaminson, Washington Township, Gloucester Township, Collingswood and Deptford. On every job we remove the old siding, inspect and repair the wood underneath, install new housewrap and flashing, then install the siding and trim you chose. You get photos of every hidden step, so you can see exactly what you paid for.
What does a complete siding replacement include?
A complete job is a wall system, not a cover-up. Here is what that means on your house, layer by layer:
- Tear-off. Tear-off means removing all of your old siding and trim down to the sheathing. This is the only way to see the true condition of the wall.
- Sheathing inspection and repair. Sheathing is the wood paneling nailed to your home’s framing. We check every square foot for rot, softness and mold, and replace damaged sheets at a unit price you approved up front.
- Housewrap. Housewrap (also called a water-resistive barrier or WRB) is the layered sheet that blocks wind-driven rain while letting water vapor escape from inside the wall. We install it with taped seams and correct overlaps.
- Flashing. Flashing is thin metal or membrane that directs water away from windows, doors, roof lines and other openings. Most wall rot we find traces back to missing or wrong flashing — not bad siding.
- Siding. The material you picked, installed to the manufacturer’s written instructions: nailing pattern, clearances and expansion gaps included.
- Trim. Corner boards, window and door casing, and the transition pieces that finish the look and seal the edges.
- Cleanup. Daily site cleanup, a magnetic nail sweep of the yard and driveway, and full disposal of the old material.
Skip any one of these steps and the new siding is decoration, not protection. See our full 7-step process →
Should you tear off, or install over the old siding?
Some contractors will offer to install new siding right over your old siding. It is cheaper and faster, and in a few cases it is allowed. But here is the honest trade: when you cover the old wall, you cover everything wrong with it. Rotted sheathing keeps rotting. Missing flashing keeps leaking. You just can’t see it anymore.
| Full tear-off | Over old siding | |
|---|---|---|
| Sheathing inspection | Every square foot seen and checked | None — wall stays hidden |
| Housewrap | New WRB, taped and lapped | Usually none added |
| Flashing | Rebuilt at every opening | Old details buried |
| Wall flatness | Repaired and leveled first | New siding follows old waves |
| Cost | Higher up front | Lower up front, higher risk later |
We recommend a full tear-off on almost every home we look at. If your house is one of the rare cases where an overlay makes sense, we will tell you — in writing, with the reason. Read the full answer on siding over old siding →
What happens when you find hidden damage?
Almost every tear-off in South Jersey turns up something: soft sheathing around a window, an ant-damaged corner, a roof line that has been leaking for years. The question is not whether damage exists — it is how your contractor handles it. Here is our system:
- We photograph it. Every problem area gets photographed before anything is touched, and the photos go into your job file.
- We show and explain it. You see the damage, what caused it, and what happens if it is not fixed.
- We price it from a sheet you already have. Repair work is billed at unit prices — for example, a set price per sheet of sheathing replaced VERIFY: SJCC price book, current rev — that are printed in your written proposal before work starts.
- You approve it in writing first. No repair happens without your sign-off. No surprise line items on the final invoice.
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What gets removed, repaired, wrapped, flashed and warrantied — before you sign anything. Includes the 2-page “Before You Sign” quote checklist.
Send Me the Free GuideWhich siding material should you choose?
We install four proven materials. None of them is “best” for every house — the right choice depends on your budget, your home’s style, and how much upkeep you are willing to do. We will give you a straight answer, not steer you toward the highest ticket.
| Material | Look | Upkeep | Relative cost | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vinyl | Wide range of colors and profiles | Low — wash occasionally | $ VERIFY: SJCC price book | Most South Jersey homes; tight budgets |
| Insulated vinyl | Vinyl look, stiffer and flatter on the wall | Low | $$ VERIFY: SJCC price book | Wavy-wall fixes, added comfort |
| Fiber cement (James Hardie) | Crisp, painted-wood look | Repaint eventually, per finish terms | $$$ VERIFY: SJCC price book | Long stays, upscale neighborhoods |
| Engineered wood (LP SmartSide) | Deep real-wood texture, long lengths | Finish care per manufacturer | $$–$$$ VERIFY: SJCC price book | Wood look with easier handling |
Each material has its own page with honest pros, cons and installation requirements. Start with the two you are considering and compare.
What does a typical week look like?
Most single-family homes take one to two weeks of on-site work, depending on size, material, weather and what we find at tear-off VERIFY: SJCC production schedule norms. Here is a typical rhythm so you know what to expect:
- Day 1: We protect landscaping, windows and AC units, set up the dumpster, and begin tear-off.
- Days 2–3: Tear-off finishes. We walk the open walls with you, photograph any damage, and get written approval for repairs at the pre-agreed unit prices.
- Days 3–4: Sheathing repairs, then housewrap and flashing at every window, door and roof line. You get photos of each flashed opening.
- Days 4–7: Siding and trim go up, elevation by elevation. The site is cleaned every day, not just at the end.
- Final day: Punch-list walkthrough with you, magnet sweep, warranty paperwork, and your complete photo record.
Weather and permit inspections can shift the schedule; we tell you the same day, not after the fact. More on replacement timelines →
What does siding replacement cost?
Honest answer: it depends on material, home size, stories, tear-off needs, and how much hidden repair the walls need. We publish current whole-home price ranges by material, straight from our company price book, so you can budget before anyone visits. VERIFY: SJCC price book, current rev
Your proposal is line-item: tear-off, repairs at unit prices, housewrap, flashing, siding, trim, permits, disposal. Nothing is lumped into a mystery total, and we do not do “today only” discounts. See current South Jersey siding price ranges →
Siding replacement FAQ
Do I have to tear off my old siding first?
In most cases, yes. A tear-off is the only way to inspect the sheathing and rebuild the housewrap and flashing. Covering old siding hides the layers that actually keep water out.
What happens if you find rot behind my siding?
We stop, photograph it, explain it, and price the repair at the unit price printed in your proposal. You approve it in writing before we touch it. No surprise charges.
How long does a full siding replacement take?
Most single-family homes take one to two weeks of on-site work VERIFY: SJCC production schedule norms, depending on size, material, weather and repairs. You get a day-by-day schedule before we start.
What does siding replacement cost in South Jersey?
It depends on material, size, tear-off and repairs. Current whole-home ranges from our price book are on our siding cost page.
Which siding material should I choose?
It depends on budget, style and upkeep tolerance. Compare vinyl, fiber cement and engineered wood — we will tell you honestly which fits your house.
Do you handle the permit and inspection?
Yes. Where your town requires a permit, we apply through the construction office, post it on site, and schedule the final inspection. NJ permit basics.