Start your fiber cement siding project with confidence

Get started on your home siding project in a few easy steps with planning tools and expert resources designed to guide you from idea to installation.

Step 1: Discover the benefits of fiber cement siding

Engineered for superior durability, fiber cement siding can deliver better overall performance than wood or vinyl siding, helping homes maintain their appeal and value over time.

Lasting color

ColorPlus® Technology finishes last longer than jobsite paint and resist chipping, peeling, cracking, and fading.

Cost savings

Fiber cement siding costs less than wood, can lower insurance premiums, and offers a 113.7% average return on investment.*

Climate resilience

Only Hardie® fiber cement products are Engineered for Climate® to provide the best performance specifically for the weather in your region.

Superior durability

Hardie® siding is noncombustible—it will not burn.** It resists damage from moisture and holds little appeal to pests.

Lasting value

Enjoy a low-maintenance exterior with a 30-year non-prorated limited, transferrable substrate warranty.

Download our Product Catalog to learn more about the benefits of fiber cement siding, get design inspiration, and see Hardie® products available in your region.

Step 2: Explore siding design inspiration

Check out our resources to get ideas that reflect your personality and coordinate with the architectural style of your home. Whether your vibe is classic, elegant, or bold, Hardie® products can be used to create your desired look.

Where inspiration meets design

Explore our gallery of home projects to discover color and product pairings designed to inspire.

Bring your ideas to life with Hardie™ Designer, Powered by Hover®

Try Hardie® siding products on photos of your home. Adjust the style, material, and color, then save the photo-realistic images to share with your contractor.

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Explore our best-selling products and colors

Browse products and discover colors and textures to see what's right for your home, then request a free sample to experience the difference for yourself.

Step 3: Find a contractor to kick off your project

Find local contractors who can make your home exterior project simple—and simply beautiful. James Hardie™ ALLIANCE contractors are backed by extensive installation training and track records of satisfied customers.

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Step 3: Find a contractor to kick off your project

Need more information?

View our step-by-step guide on how to plan your siding project, from how to determine when it's time to reside to preparing for installation.

Get started on your re-side journey

Additional project planning resources

How to plan a siding project: A step-by-step guide

How to prepare for your first contractor meeting

8 Tips for choosing a siding contractor

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