Careful repair and replacement that respects the character of older homes and the rules of historic districts.
Nashville and the towns around it are full of historic homes, from Victorian cottages and Craftsman bungalows to mid-century ranches. Their original siding, trim and details give the neighborhood its character, and changes can be sensitive. Many neighborhoods have historic overlay districts with guidelines about materials, profiles and trim. Some work needs review before it begins.
We approach older homes with respect. Wherever possible, we repair original siding and trim, matching profiles with custom-milled boards when needed. When replacement is the right choice, we help select materials that look right for the period, such as fiber cement lap with a smooth finish or real wood where the guidelines call for it. We help prepare photos and descriptions for design review and keep details like corner boards, window casings, cornices and bargeboards intact, so the house keeps its character while gaining years of protection. Neighbors and review boards tend to appreciate owners who bring clear photos and honest descriptions, because it shortens meetings and makes approvals easier to reach.
Original boards and trim are repaired when they can be, because old growth wood is hard to match.
Custom-milled pieces and period-appropriate materials help keep the original look.
We help prepare photos and material descriptions for historic review boards.
Cornices, brackets, bargeboards and casings are kept or recreated with care.
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BeforeAfterPeriod details kept.
Save original wood.
Custom milled.
Photos and notes.
Wood or fiber cement.
Know the rules.
Every topic has its own page with what to expect and how we approach it.
Home situationHistoric DistrictsHistoric overlays protect the look of old neighborhoods. Here is how to choose siding that fits the rules…Learn more 
Home situationOlder Homes and BungalowsOlder houses have character, quirks and hidden surprises. Here is how to side them well without losing what…Learn more 
Siding material guideCedar and Wood SidingNatural beauty, easy repairs and a regular relationship with a paintbrush or stain.Learn more Pick your roof, brick or stone, style and mood to see body, trim and accent palettes with a simple preview.
You tell us about your house and what you want, new siding, a repair or a storm check, and we set a visit that fits your day.
We walk every wall, measure, probe suspicious spots, look at trim, soffit and gutters and take photos of anything of note.
We explain your options for material, profile and color, and give you a written scope with clear pricing, timing and what is behind the siding.
We protect landscaping, remove old siding, repair sheathing and install house wrap with flashed openings before anything new goes on.
We hang siding, corners, trim, soffit and details with the right fasteners, spacing and caulk, and keep the house sealed at the end of each day.
We clean up with magnets and rakes, walk the house with you and leave simple care instructions and a reminder for your next check.
Many do not. Rules vary, so we help you check guidelines before choosing.
Often yes, through custom milling or special-order profiles.
In many districts, yes. We help prepare materials for review.
Usually, if it is sound. Old growth wood is dense and durable.
Sometimes. We look at what is allowed and what is smart for the building.
Real Wood and Cedar SidingNatural cedar, pine and other woods, installed with back priming, careful flashing and finishes that bring out the…Explore 
Trim and Corner BoardsCrisp trim around windows, doors, corners and rooflines in rot-resistant materials that frame the house cleanly.Explore 
Exterior Painting and StainingPrepared, primed and finished with durable exterior coatings for siding, trim, shutters, doors and decks.Explore 
Permits and HOA ApprovalsWe help you find out what your city, county, historic district and HOA require and prepare what they…Explore Tell us about the project and we will call you back to talk it through.
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