how to fix siding instal

11 years ago

I recently had the siding replaced on my gables with hardi plank.

During the install the guys did not replace the tar paper, and I could see huge tears from the attic. I asked to fix properly and they added more tar paper from the inside. Not all the areas were covered by the tar paper and I told them I was unhappy with their work.

Their solution is to come back and add foam insulation that will be cut to fit between the studs to seal things "properly".

I live in north Texas, the house was built in the early 70's. I do not know if this is being handled correctly and would appreciate any insight.

Thanks.

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randy427
11 years ago
If you saw the torn tar paper from the attic, is there no sheathing between the studs and the siding? If there is sheathing, the tar paper is a moisture barrier that should be between it and the siding.
wes_c
Original Author
11 years ago
right, I am curious if this is not applied externally in the correct way, can this be fixed on the inside, without taking down the siding and re installing?
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millworkman
11 years ago
No it really cannot. And Hardi plank requires very specific installation procedures which need to be followed to the max or you very well may end up with issues as well. If they botched up the installation and want to hack job the repair of said installation I would be very concerned that they had no clue Hardi has instructions and hopefully did not install the same way they would install wood.
Vith
11 years ago
last modified: 11 years ago
Another note, there needs to be spacers between the sheathing (which you don't have in the first place) and the hardi plank in vertical fashion so the plank can dry out and does not rot the sheathing. Hardi plank is essentially concrete, very durable and fire resistant, but not waterproof.