How To Replace Siding On A House

Katelyn Lewis • March 20, 2024

Replacing your home’s siding can boost your home’s curb appeal, improve its insulation, and cause neighbor envy.



But how do you replace siding on a house?

Image of front of home before RETEX replaced roof, siding, windows and gutters in North Chesterfield VA 23235.
Image of front of home after RETEX replaced roof, siding, windows and gutters in North Chesterfield VA 23235.

Here’s our siding installation process:


  • Materials delivered, usually a day or two before the project is scheduled to start.
  • Remove old siding and underlayment
  • Inspect sheathing underneath for any rot or decay and replace as needed
  • Install house wrap underlayment & tape seams as required by code
  • Nail in J-channels
  • Install new siding (woo, best step!) to manufacturer specifications
  • Custom cut edges and corners


Finally, we clean up the yard of debris and nails and haul it all away, leaving a clean yard and new, stellar siding on your home for your neighbors to ogle over.


If you’re a homeowner in Richmond, VA and you are looking to replace your siding, consider Retex Roofing & Exteriors for your project. Give us a call at 804-258-6300 to schedule your complimentary assessment today. 

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