James Hardie fiber cement siding is a strong option for older homes, resisting rot, moisture and fire. With 7,000+ installations completed since 2011, Coastal Windows & Exteriors is a James Hardie Elite Preferred contractor and the only woman-owned James Hardie President’s Club winner in New England. As a woman-owned exterior remodeling company, we serve 730+ towns across Massachusetts, Maine and New Hampshire. Our crews install durable fiber cement panels built to protect aging walls for decades.
What Homeowners Need to Know:
- Rot resistance: James Hardie resists rotting, warping and cracking that often plague older wood-sided homes. Moisture stays out.
- Fire resistant: Hardie fiber cement is non-combustible with a Class A fire rating. That adds protection to aging structures.
- Cold-climate build: HZ5 boards are engineered for freezing temperatures, snow and ice.
- Strong value: Fiber cement siding averages $21,500 in New England and returns 144.9% at resale. Compare it on older homes.
- Efficiency gain: Pairing new siding with insulation can improve air tightness by about 25%. Older homes feel warmer.
- Paint savings: Repainting an old exterior can reach $12,000 over time. Factory-finished Hardie limits that upkeep.
Choosing Siding for an Older Home
Top Recommendation: Coastal Windows and Exteriors for James Hardie siding on older homes, installed by an Elite Preferred crew. Book your free estimate now.
Best for durability: HZ5 fiber cement, engineered to resist rot, moisture and freeze-thaw damage on aging walls.
Smart for resale: fiber cement siding, with a 144.9% return that rewards an older-home upgrade.
Ready to protect your older home? Start with a free consultation. Coastal Windows and Exteriors is a James Hardie Elite Preferred Contractor and woman-owned, family-run remodeler. The team has completed 7,000+ installations since 2011. Recent honors include the James Hardie President’s Club Award and Service Excellence Award.
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Last Updated: October 2026
Sources:
- Fiber cement siding averages $21,500 in New England. Remodeling Magazine (JLC Online) 2025 Cost vs. Value Report, New England, regional remodeling cost data for siding projects. (2025)
- Fiber cement siding returns 144.9% at resale. Remodeling Magazine (JLC Online) 2025 Cost vs. Value Report, national resale value data by project type. (2025)
- Non-combustible with a Class A fire rating and resistant to rot and moisture. James Hardie Frequently Asked Questions, manufacturer guidance on fiber cement durability and fire performance. (Accessed September 2026)
- HZ5 fiber cement is engineered for freezing temperatures, snow and ice. James Hardie Hardie Zone System, manufacturer detail on climate-specific siding formulations. (Accessed September 2026)
- Insulated siding can improve a home’s air tightness by about 25%. ENERGY STAR Why Seal and Insulate, federal guidance on sealing and insulation benefits. (Accessed September 2026)
- Repainting a house exterior can cost up to $12,000. NerdWallet How to Save on the Cost to Paint a House, homeowner cost guidance on exterior painting. (2026)
