Hardi, Cedar or Vinyl?


we need to replace our old aluminum siding. but since we live in lower windsor terrace where there’s lots of ugly siding, is it worth doing hardi? will we ever get our money out? (our house has three exposed sides so the estimates we’re getting are $50,000 +). also trying to decide if it’s worth the extra money to do extra insulation while we’re at it (there’s some wrapping with hardi that would provide some insulation). is it foolish to do cedar since it’s more maintenance than hardi? (it looks a little better to me). would appreciate any advice from anyone who’s gone through this process. as well as any contractor recs. many thanks.

Categories: Facade
By susannahmeadows | 05/19/2011 12:55 PM | Comment

Great Brick Mason


i’d like to recommend John o’connor to anyone who needs brick or mortar work done. he did a great job repairing our foundation. he worked fast, cleaned up well, did additional little fixes without being asked, and was one of the lowest bids. plus he was a pleasure to work with. also, when i accidentally gave him $120 extra, he called to let me know and came by to return it. his cell is 347-527-3110

Categories: Masonry
By susannahmeadows | 08/24/2010 10:22 AM | Comment

Foundation Contractor


hello. the mortar in some places in our brick foundation turns to sand when you touch it. does anyone know what i need to have done? and can anyone recommend someone who can fix this problem?

Categories: Foundation
By susannahmeadows | 08/02/2010 3:21 PM | Comment