Certified James Hardie installer — SE Iowa & Quad Cities
HardiePlank® fiber cement doesn't rot, burn, warp, or attract insects. The ColorPlus® factory finish holds color far longer than field-painted products. For homeowners who want a premium, low-maintenance exterior that handles what Iowa throws at it — this is the product.
James Hardie fiber cement is engineered to handle what Iowa throws at it — repeated freeze-thaw cycling, summer humidity, hail, and high winds. It will not rot, warp, or become a food source for insects. And unlike wood siding, it does not require annual painting or sealing.
The Hardie product line — HardiePlank® lap, HardieShingle®, HardiePanel® vertical, and HardieTrim® — allows us to create a complete exterior system with a consistent, premium look from a single manufacturer.
As a certified Hardie installer, we meet James Hardie's installation standards — which is required to pass through the full 30-year product warranty to you. Non-certified installers cannot offer this warranty transfer.
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Freeze-thaw resistant
Hardie's HZ5® formulation is engineered specifically for climates like Iowa's.
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Non-combustible
Fiber cement panels will not ignite or contribute to the spread of fire.
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Pest resistant
Insects cannot eat or nest in fiber cement. No rot pathway, no entry point.
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30-year warranty
Full product warranty transfers to you when installed by certified contractors.
James Hardie produces HardiePlank® specifically for different climate zones. The product sold in the Midwest is formulated for our freeze-thaw cycles, humidity swings, and temperature extremes — it is not a generic product shipped everywhere. That regional formulation matters for long-term performance.
Fiber cement is made from Portland cement, sand, and cellulose fiber. That composition makes it dimensionally stable — it does not expand and contract with moisture the way wood does. It also makes it non-combustible, which is why it carries a Class A fire rating.
ColorPlus® is James Hardie's factory-applied paint process. Panels are coated in a controlled environment with multiple coats of a proprietary finish, then baked. The result holds color significantly longer than siding painted on-site after installation. Hardie backs ColorPlus with a 15-year limited warranty on the finish.
HardiePlank® is the horizontal lap siding profile and the most commonly installed Hardie product. Available in smooth and wood-grain textures, it works on virtually any home style.
HardieShingle® mimics the look of cedar shingles and is frequently used on gable ends, upper stories, and accent areas to add texture and visual interest alongside HardiePlank® lap panels.
HardieTrim® boards match the siding material at corners, windows, doors, and fascia — creating a consistent surface that holds paint at the same rate across every exterior element.
For homeowners who want fire resistance, superior hail and impact protection, and a factory-finished product that holds color 15+ years, Hardie is worth the premium over vinyl. If budget is the primary constraint, vinyl siding is a strong alternative. We will quote both so you can compare real numbers.
Hardie carries a 30-year limited product warranty and a 15-year limited warranty on the ColorPlus® factory finish. With proper installation and repainting when the finish eventually fades, fiber cement siding can last 50 years or more.
James Hardie fiber cement is significantly more impact-resistant than vinyl. It is tested and approved for high-wind zones and withstands hail better than most competing products.
Hardie is roughly 2.5x heavier than vinyl per square foot, requires different fastener types and schedules, and cannot be nailed the same way. Proper installation is critical for warranty validity. Our crews are trained on Hardie's specific installation requirements.
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Send us your name, phone, city, and what you are replacing. We will confirm your service area, schedule a free in-home measurement, and deliver a written quote — no pressure, no verbal estimates.
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