Professional Siding Installation in Sturgis, Michigan

Why New Siding Matters

Low-Maintenance Exterior Upgrade

Many older homes with wood siding require ongoing maintenance such as scraping, repainting, and repairs caused by peeling paint and moisture damage. Over time, exposure to weather can lead to rot, swelling, and deterioration that becomes increasingly expensive to maintain.

New siding provides a long-term, low-maintenance solution that protects your home from the elements while eliminating the need for frequent painting and constant upkeep. It's designed to hold up to weather, resist moisture, and keep your home looking clean and finished for years with minimal maintenance.

Complete Exterior Transformation

When upgrading your siding, it's often the perfect time to also upgrade your soffits, fascia, and gutters. Replacing these components along with your siding creates a cohesive, finished look that makes your home appear much newer. Fresh soffits and fascia eliminate peeling paint and wood rot, while new gutters ensure proper water management and complement your home's updated appearance. This comprehensive approach maximizes your investment and delivers a truly transformed exterior.

Signs It May Be Time to Reside

• Cracked, warped, or loose siding
• Peeling paint or visible wood deterioration
• Moisture damage, mold, or soft spots
• High energy bills or drafts
• Constant need for repairs or repainting

If you're seeing any of these issues, your siding may no longer be protecting your home effectively.

Siding Options We Offer

We help you choose the right material based on durability, appearance, and budget:

Vinyl Siding

Vinyl siding is a cost-effective way to upgrade your home's exterior while providing durable, long-term protection. It requires minimal upkeep—no scraping or repainting—and stands up well to moisture, rot, and insects. With a wide range of colors and styles available, it's easy to create a clean, updated look that lasts for years.

Double 4 Siding

Double 4 vinyl siding features straight, evenly spaced panels with two 4-inch boards per panel, creating a clean, traditional appearance. This classic profile is one of the most popular vinyl siding styles due to its timeless look and versatility. It works well on a wide variety of home styles, from ranch homes to two-story colonials, providing a neat, uniform appearance that appeals to many homeowners.

Dutch Lap Siding

Dutch Lap vinyl siding has a decorative groove along the top edge of each board, creating a deeper shadow line and a more dimensional, classic look that stands out a bit more on the home. This profile adds visual interest and depth to your exterior, making it a popular choice for homeowners who want a bit more character while still maintaining a traditional appearance. The shadow effect is especially noticeable in certain lighting conditions, giving the home added texture and curb appeal.

Board and Batten Siding

Board and Batten vinyl siding offers a completely different look with a vertical design. It uses wide boards with narrow strips (battens) covering the seams, creating a bold, clean-lined appearance often seen in modern farmhouse or rustic styles. This option adds visual height to a home and works great as a full exterior or as an accent on gables, dormers, or entryways for added character.

Cedar Shake Siding

Cedar shake vinyl siding is designed to mimic the texture and look of real cedar shakes, giving your home a warm, natural appearance without the maintenance of real wood. It's commonly used as an accent rather than covering the entire house—perfect for highlighting entryways, dormers, or gable ends. Adding cedar shake in these areas creates contrast, depth, and a more custom, high-end look while still keeping the durability and low maintenance benefits of vinyl.

Fiber Cement Siding

Composed of a mixture of cellulose fibers, sand, and cement. This material is designed to mimic the appearance of traditional wood while providing increased durability and resistance to rot, fire, and insects.

Engineered Wood Siding

Engineered wood siding combines wood fibers and strands with binders (resins) and zinc borate to resist rot and termites. This material provides a very similar aesthetic to natural wood and is often available pre-finished or primed for paint.

Key benefits include resistance to impact from hail and windblown debris, lighter weight for faster installation, and often comes in 16-foot lengths which reduces seams. Made from wood byproducts, it utilizes a higher percentage of the tree, promoting sustainability while generally being less expensive than traditional wood.

Engineered wood siding is highly durable and more environmentally friendly than traditional wood, though proper installation is critical to prevent moisture infiltration. With proper care, it requires painting or sealing approximately every 10 years to maintain its appearance and protection.

Wood Quarter Log Siding

Quarter log siding is a type of exterior cladding designed to give a home the authentic look of a full log cabin while using a more practical, modern construction method. Instead of using solid round logs stacked to build the walls, quarter log siding is milled from real logs and shaped so that the exterior face is rounded like a log, while the back is flat so it installs directly onto a standard framed wall.

This allows you to achieve the classic rustic log-home appearance without building an actual log structure.

Quarter log siding is typically installed horizontally, similar to traditional log cabins, and the seams are carefully detailed to replicate the tight, stacked-log look. It can be used on full homes, cabins, garages, accent walls, or additions. To maintain its appearance and protection, quarter log siding requires staining or sealing approximately every 10 years.

Metal Siding

Metal siding is a durable, low-maintenance, and eco-friendly exterior cladding option typically made from steel or aluminum. Designed to withstand extreme weather, it offers exceptional fire and pest resistance while often lasting 40 to 70 years—significantly outperforming vinyl and wood alternatives.

Unlike wood that requires regular staining or painting, metal siding generally only needs an occasional rinse with water. Its non-combustible properties provide a Class A fire rating, and it's impervious to termites and rot. Reflective coatings can reduce solar heat gain in summer while proper insulation keeps homes warmer in winter.

Available in multiple styles including classic horizontal lap siding, modern vertical board and batten, industrial corrugated panels, and woodgrain textures that mimic the look of cedar or logs without the maintenance requirements.

Our Installation Process

We follow a detailed process to ensure long-term performance and proper installation:

1. Removal & Preparation
   Careful removal of existing siding and preparation of the structure. In some cases, we can install new siding over existing materials, which can save time and cost while still providing excellent results.
2. Inspection of Structure
   We inspect the sheathing or existing siding surface to ensure a solid foundation before installation.
3. Weather Protection System
   Installation of house wrap and moisture barriers to protect your home.
4. Flashing & Sealing
   Critical areas such as windows and doors are properly sealed.
5. Precision Installation
   Siding is installed according to manufacturer specifications for maximum durability.
6. Cleanup & Final Walkthrough
   We leave your property clean and review the finished project with you.

A Team You Can Rely On

Our in-house crew is built around skilled carpenters and experienced tradesmen who take pride in their work and attention to detail.

Built on Quality & Backed by Warranty

Preparing Your Property for a Siding Project

Starting a siding replacement is an exciting upgrade for your home—both in appearance and protection. A little preparation on your end helps everything run more smoothly, safely, and efficiently.

Inside Your Home

When old siding is removed and new materials are installed, normal vibrations travel through the structure of the home. These movements can affect items on interior walls, especially on exterior-facing walls.

To help prevent damage, we recommend the following:

• Remove framed pictures, mirrors, and shelves mounted on exterior walls
• Take down lightweight or decorative items from mantels and floating shelves
• Secure or relocate fragile items stored in cabinets or display areas near exterior walls

A few minutes of preparation inside can prevent accidental damage and give you peace of mind while work is underway.

Outside Work Area

The space around your home becomes an active work zone during installation. Crews need room for ladders, tools, materials, and safe movement around the structure.

To prepare the exterior:

• Move patio furniture, grills, planters, and outdoor décor at least 10–15 feet away from the home
• Store hoses, garden tools, bird feeders, and loose items in a garage or shed
• Relocate firewood, storage bins, or anything leaning against the house

Keeping the perimeter clear allows the installation team to work safely and efficiently while helping protect your belongings from dust and debris.

Protecting Landscaping and Outdoor Spaces

We understand your landscaping is an important part of your home's appearance. While some disruption is unavoidable, a few precautions can help minimize impact on your yard and garden.

Helpful steps include:

• Mowing your lawn short before work begins to make cleanup easier
• Marking delicate plants or garden beds with small flags or stakes
• Covering shrubs or flower beds with breathable fabric or protective coverings when needed

Also, we recommend turning off automatic sprinklers during the project. Dry ground helps maintain a safer work area and reduces mud and tracking around your property.

Driveway Access and Jobsite Logistics

Siding installation requires deliveries of materials, equipment, and sometimes disposal containers placed on-site. Ensuring clear access helps the project stay on schedule.

Please keep in mind:

• Park personal vehicles on the street or elsewhere to keep the driveway open
• Unlock gates and provide clear access to side and rear areas of the home
• Secure pets indoors or in a safe area away from the work zone

These simple steps help avoid delays and allow the crew to move materials efficiently throughout the project.

What to Expect During Installation

Siding replacement is a construction project, so some noise, dust, and activity are expected during working hours. Being prepared can make the experience much more comfortable for your household.

We recommend:

• Keeping windows and doors closed during work hours to reduce dust entry
• Notifying neighbors in advance about the project timeline
• Identifying any outdoor power outlets if needed for equipment use

Our goal is to make the process as organized and stress-free as possible while delivering high-quality results.

Financing Options

We understand that new siding is an investment in your home. Acorn Finance can help fund your siding project with flexible payment options from multiple lenders. To make your project more affordable, we partner with Acorn Finance to provide easy access to financing.