Siding Installation & Replacement in Richmond, VA
Protect your home's exterior and boost curb appeal with professional siding installation.
Why Choose MAS Contractors?
New siding does more than improve your home's appearance — it's your primary defense against Virginia's humidity, wind, and temperature swings. MAS Contractors LLC installs and replaces siding on homes across Richmond, North Chesterfield, and Midlothian with precision that protects your investment for decades.
We specialize in James Hardie fiber cement siding, vinyl siding, and LP SmartSide engineered wood — all installed with proper moisture barriers, flashing, and trim work. We're a certified Hardie board installer, which means manufacturer warranty support and verified installation standards.
- James Hardie fiber cement siding (certified installer)
- Vinyl siding installation & replacement
- LP SmartSide engineered wood siding
- Full moisture barrier & house wrap installation
- Trim, corner, and window casing work
- Rotted wood repair & replacement
- Color matching for partial replacements
- Gutters & fascia coordination
Our Process
Free Exterior Assessment
We inspect your current siding, identify moisture damage or rot beneath the surface, and recommend the right scope of work.
Material & Color Selection
Choose siding product, profile, and color — we help you coordinate with existing trim or plan a complete exterior refresh.
Removal & Moisture Barrier
Old siding removed, rotted wood repaired, new house wrap and moisture barrier installed correctly before any panel goes up.
Siding & Trim Installation
Panels installed with precision, followed by all trim, corners, and window/door casing for a clean, finished exterior look.
11+
Years of Experience
500+
Projects Completed
100%
Satisfaction Rate
Always
Free Estimate
Cost & Timeline Guide
$6,000 – $25,000
Most projects: $10,000 – $18,000
3 – 7 days
Permit approval times may add 2–4 weeks for certain projects
What Affects Your Cost
- Home square footage and number of stories
- Siding material (vinyl vs. fiber cement vs. LP SmartSide)
- Extent of rot or moisture damage found under existing siding
- Trim complexity around windows and doors
- Gutter and fascia replacement needs
What Every Homeowner Should Know
Common Challenges
Moisture Damage Spreads Further Than It Looks
Water intrusion typically spreads 12–18 inches beyond visible damage. We remove existing siding section by section and probe for rot before installing new material — hidden damage affects 40–60% of siding replacements on older Virginia homes.
Fiber Cement Cutting Creates Silica Dust
Cutting James Hardie siding with a standard circular saw generates crystalline silica dust — a serious lung hazard. We use fiber cement shears or score-and-snap methods with appropriate respiratory protection on every Hardie project, no exceptions.
Clearance Requirements for Fiber Cement
James Hardie requires a minimum 6-inch clearance from grade and 1-inch clearance from roofing materials. Homes where landscaping has built up against the foundation frequently fail these clearances, requiring grading work before installation begins.
Flashing at Every Penetration
Every window, door, electrical box, and hose bib must be properly flashed before new siding is installed. Skipping this is the most common cause of moisture intrusion behind new siding — often invisible until interior damage appears years later.
Pro Tips from Our Team
Prime all fiber cement cut ends in the field immediately after cutting — unpainted Hardie edges absorb moisture and swell within one rain season.
Add rigid foam insulation board under new siding when doing a full exterior replacement — it improves R-value by 3–5 points and pays for itself in energy savings within 5–7 years.
Inspect and correct all window and door flashing before new siding goes up. Fixing flashing after siding is installed costs 3–5× more than doing it during the siding project.
Hardie board in ColorPlus (factory pre-painted) carries a 15-year finish warranty — the extra upfront cost eliminates a full paint job within 5 years.
Check for active wood rot at corners, windows, and the bottom course before installation — every piece of rotted OSB or framing must be replaced before new siding goes on.
