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How Much Does New Siding Cost? Why We Built a Custom Siding Calculator for MD & PA Homeowners
Wondering how much it costs to replace your siding? Skip the high-pressure sales pitch. Learn how our custom online calculator lets MD and PA homeowners build their ideal exterior project, compare options, and get real-time, contractor-direct pricing in minutes.
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How Much Would New Siding Cost on My House? Explore Every Option and Get an Instant Quote
Wondering what new siding would cost on your particular house? Our instant online siding calculator lets you compare siding grades, browse hundreds of colors, explore insulation, trim, gutters, shutters, and decorative upgrades, and see how every choice affects your price in real time. Build your ideal exterior project and get the best available discounts automatically applied, all without scheduling an appointment.
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Oct 196 min read


Low-E Housewrap vs. 3/8-Inch Foam Insulation: Which Is Better for Your Home?
When replacing your siding, what goes underneath matters. Compare traditional 3/8-inch foam insulation with Low-E Housewrap, including R-values, energy efficiency, moisture protection, cost, and which option may be best for your home.
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Oct 133 min read


Should You Replace Your Roof and Siding at the Same Time? The Honest Truth
Should you replace your roof and siding at the same time, or space the projects out? Discover why tackling your whole exterior at once saves you money, prevents leaks, and dramatically boosts your home's curb appeal.
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Oct 65 min read


Water Flow Problems? Try This First: How to Fix Your Gutter Issues
Are your gutters overflowing during heavy storms? Before you assume the worst, learn the simple tests you can do right now to identify clogs, and find out why upgrading to a 6-inch gutter system might be the ultimate fix for your home.
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Oct 65 min read


How to Save Money on a New Roof Without Cutting Corners
Need a new roof but working with a tight budget? Learn where you can safely save money on shingles, underlayment and accessories, where you shouldn’t cut corners, and how being upfront with your roofer can help you get a good roof for less.
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Aug 256 min read


What to Do After a Severe Storm: Should I Call a Roofer or My Insurance Company First?
Should you call a roofer or your insurance company first after a severe storm? It depends. Learn what Maryland and Pennsylvania homeowners should consider before filing a claim, scheduling a storm damage inspection, or making emergency repairs.
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Aug 226 min read


July 5, 2026 Carroll County Hail Storm: Finksburg, Reese & Hampstead Hit by Hail
On July 5, 2026, a severe thunderstorm brought large hail to Carroll County, Maryland, with reports near Finksburg, Reese and Hampstead. See where hail was reported and what homeowners should know about possible roof and siding damage.
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Aug 174 min read


Hailstorms Sweep Through Maryland – July 28, 2026
Severe thunderstorms produced confirmed hail up to 2.50 inches across parts of Maryland on July 28, 2026, including Washington County, Baltimore County, Baltimore City, and Dorchester County. Learn what types of damage hail can cause to roofs, aluminum siding, gutters, and other exterior components, and why a professional inspection is important after a hailstorm.
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Aug 43 min read


Hail Storm in Frederick, MD - July 18, 2026
While most of the attention from the July 18, 2026 storms focused on tornadoes and damaging winds, hail also fell in parts of Frederick, MD. Even though the event was largely unreported, hail of this size can damage aluminum siding, gutters, trim, and other exterior metal components. Here's what homeowners should know and how to determine whether their home may have been affected.
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Jul 212 min read


3 Siding Replacement Options Almost Nobody Knows About
Most homeowners think choosing new siding is all about color. But there are several little-known siding options that can improve your home's appearance, energy efficiency, and overall finished look. Here are three siding replacement upgrades that almost nobody knows exist—but are absolutely worth considering.
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Jul 147 min read


Your Complete Homeowner Guide to Hail Storms, Wind Damage & Insurance Claims
Storm season can bring unexpected hail and wind damage, but knowing what to do before and after a storm can save you time, money, and frustration. This comprehensive homeowner resource center brings together our most valuable articles covering hail damage, insurance claims, contractor selection, siding replacement, policy coverage, and much more. Whether you're preparing for the next storm or dealing with damage today, these guides will help you make informed decisions every
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Jul 105 min read


How Should You Choose the Color of Your New Roof or Siding?
Should you choose colors for resale value or simply get what you love? Here's how to think about selecting the right roof, siding, and exterior colors for your home.
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Jun 123 min read


The Ideal Siding Replacement Project: If It Were My House
If I were replacing the siding on my own house, I'd choose Low-E insulation, CertainTeed Monogram siding, dark colors, black trim, and smart seam placement. Here's exactly how I'd design the perfect siding replacement project.
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Jun 105 min read


Upgrading Asbestos Siding: Replace It or Install New Siding Over Top?
Thinking about upgrading your home's asbestos siding? Learn the pros and cons of removal versus installing new siding over top, including costs, insulation options, appearance considerations, and what homeowners should know before making a decision.
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May 314 min read


Why Are My Neighbors Getting New Siding Through Insurance?
Seeing several homes in your neighborhood getting new siding? Learn why hail damage, aluminum siding, and insurance claims may be the reason—and whether your home could have similar damage.
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May 294 min read


How Much Does a New Roof Cost in Maryland and Pennsylvania?
Wondering how much a new roof costs in Maryland or Pennsylvania? Learn the biggest factors that affect pricing and discover how you can get an instant roof quote for your specific home.
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May 293 min read


How to Minimize, Hide or Altogether Get Rid of Vinyl Siding Seams
One of the most common questions homeowners ask when considering new vinyl siding is: “Will I see seams?” Recently Completed Siding Project - JP Construction Services. Note the seams on the right side of the house overlap toward the rear. If you can't see them. all the better! The answer is yes, all vinyl siding has seams of some type. Every siding panel eventually either overlaps another panel or terminates into a corner, channel, or trim piece. But while seams are unavoidab
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May 275 min read


Ready to Buy Your New Roof?
Are you ready to buy a roof right now? Do you wish there was some way for you to buy a roof from a top-rated company, all while avoiding hassles and saving you time and money? Roof Replacement Project - In Progress - JP Construction Services Do you wish someone would just offer you with a fair up-front price with no hidden fees, then provide a seamless start-to-finish process, including one-day installation and amazing customer service? Do you wish you could just get a roof q
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Mar 194 min read


Updated: Severe Wind Storm Sweeps Across Maryland and Pennsylvania: How to Protect Your Home and What to Do if Damage Occurred
Updates: Final Update for Wind Events on 3/16/2026: There were no reported tornadoes or hail events, but there were several reports of high winds throughout the region, including 43 reports of high winds within our service area (listed below). The first grouping of reports came early and included many towns in Montgomery County and Carroll County, MD, along with a couple in York County, PA and one in each of Frederick, Howard and Baltimore Counties, MD. The second wave brough
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Mar 157 min read
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