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Hardie Plank vs. Vinyl Siding: What Holds Up Best on the Connecticut Coast?
For Connecticut shoreline homes, siding is not just a curb appeal upgrade. It is the outer defense system against salt air, wind-driven rain, freeze-thaw movement, summer humidity, and storm debris coming off Long Island Sound. That is why the hardie plank vs vinyl siding debate matters so much for homeowners in Westbrook, Old Saybrook, Clinton,…
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Budgeting for an Exterior Renovation: Sizing Up Hidden Structural Variables in New Roof Estimates
A new roof estimate CT homeowners can trust should do more than show a simple square-foot price. A roof replacement is not just shingles, nails, and cleanup. It is a full exterior system review that may uncover damaged plywood, sheathing rot, poor attic ventilation, failing flashing, aging gutters, water-damaged trim, or siding tie-ins that affect…
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Beyond the Roof: Why Matching Your Siding and Gutters Is the Ultimate Curb Appeal Hack
Most homeowners think about their roof first when planning an exterior upgrade. That makes sense. Your roof protects the home from rain, snow, wind, and leaks. But curb appeal does not stop at the roofline. Your siding, gutters, trim, windows, soffits, fascia, and roof all work together visually and functionally. When these pieces match, your…
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How to Compare Vinyl vs Fiber Cement Siding (Pros, Cons, Costs)
Choosing the right siding is one of the most important decisions you’ll make for your home’s exterior. Two of the most popular options—vinyl siding and fiber cement siding—each offer unique benefits in terms of durability, cost, maintenance, and appearance. At NorEast Exteriors Roofing & Siding, we help homeowners make confident, informed decisions with expert guidance…
