James Hardie Siding Replacement in Foresthill, CA

PROJECT OVERVIEW

This Foresthill home needed more than a fresh coat of color. The existing siding had reached the point where patching or refreshing it just wouldn’t cut it, so the homeowner opted for a full replacement.

After

Before

We removed the aging material, prepared the underlying wall surfaces, and rebuilt the exterior around a new James Hardie fiber cement siding system. The result is a home that looks brand new and is far better equipped to handle California’s weather.

The finished look pairs a clean white James Hardie lap siding with green accent detailing, giving the home a fresh, modern feel while still keeping a timeless, classic silhouette.

CHALLENGES

Removing decades-old siding always carries the risk of surprises underneath, and this project was no exception. Moisture intrusion, warped sheathing, or hidden damage can lurk behind an aging exterior, so surface preparation had to be treated as its own critical phase rather than a quick step before installation.

Existing siding being removed from Foresthill residential exterior.

Exterior wall prepared for new James Hardie lap siding installation.

Color coordination was another consideration. Pairing a crisp white field with green accents needed careful planning around trim lines, reveals, and transitions so the contrast looked intentional rather than mismatched.

Installation precision mattered as well. Long horizontal courses make inconsistencies easy to spot, so spacing, alignment, corners, trim transitions, and finishing details all had to work together across the house.

OUR SOLUTION

ABD Exteriors treated the project as a complete siding-system replacement, not a cosmetic update.

The existing siding was removed so the exterior could be rebuilt with a cleaner finish and a more durable siding system suited to long-term exposure.

The homeowners chose James Hardie lap siding as the foundation of the new exterior. For a California property, the material choice brought practical advantages. James Hardie fiber cement siding is valued for its durability, low maintenance needs, moisture resistance, and ability to withstand demanding exterior conditions.

White became the main field color, creating a bright, uniform backdrop across the home. Green accents were layered in with intention, added at trim lines and transitions where they’d read as a deliberate design choice rather than an afterthought.

Old siding being removed from Foresthill house.

SCOPE OF WORK

Complete removal of the existing exterior siding

Preparation of wall surfaces for the new siding system

Installation of James Hardie fiber cement lap siding

White siding finish across the primary exterior

Green accent detailing for added contrast and character

Precision work around corners, trim, windows, and exterior transitions

Final alignment and finishing checks across the completed facade

PROCESS

The project started with a full teardown of the existing siding, exposing the exterior surfaces that would support the new installation. With the old material out of the way, our team focused on preparation and created a consistent starting point for the new siding.

With the walls exposed, we addressed any surface issues and prepped the home for long-term protection against moisture and weather, laying the groundwork for the new siding to perform for years to come.

From there, our team installed the James Hardie fiber cement lap siding, laying courses to keep spacing and fastener lines consistent from one end of the house to the other.

We closed out the project with precision trim work and a full walkthrough, confirming every seam, corner, and edge was finished cleanly before calling the job complete.

Foresthill house before full siding replacement.

Existing siding removed during exterior renovation.

Prepared exterior wall ready for James Hardie fiber cement siding.

BEFORE AND AFTER

Before the project, this home’s exterior showed its age, with siding that had outlived its usefulness and left the house looking worn down.

After, it’s a completely different property: crisp white James Hardie lap siding with green accents that add real character and curb appeal. Beyond the visual transformation, the home now has a durable fiber cement exterior designed for lower maintenance and stronger resistance to moisture and harsh weather.

The biggest change isn’t one individual detail – it’s how cohesive the whole exterior now reads. The siding, trim, and color palette read as one coordinated exterior rather than a collection of separate elements.