Cassidy · Nanaimo · Central Vancouver Island
Siding Built for Vancouver Island Rain
Coastal siding, installed with rainscreen detailing that lets your walls dry.
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(250) 618-1529
- Rated 5.0 on Google
- Locally owned in Cassidy
- WorkSafeBC covered and fully insured
- Rainscreen specialists
Warning signs
Is your siding failing?
Island rain is hard on exteriors. Small problems become expensive ones when water gets behind your walls.
Rot and soft spots
Moisture behind the boards can spread into sheathing and framing — a far bigger repair bill.
Moss and staining
Constant damp breaks down finishes and traps water against your walls.
Cracks, warping and gaps
Openings let rain and pests in, raising heating costs and causing hidden damage.
Faded or peeling paint
Exposed wood absorbs water fast, and curb appeal (and resale value) drops.
Water behind siding doesn’t stay small. A small repair today can become rot in the sheathing and framing.
What we do
Our siding services
Vinyl siding
Low-cost, low-maintenance and available in dozens of colours.
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James Hardie fibre cement
Non-combustible, rot-resistant and suited to coastal weather.
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LP SmartSide
The warmth of wood with engineered strength and long warranties.
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Cedar siding
Natural West Coast beauty, finished to protect for years.
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Siding repair
Repair localized damage; matching depends on the material and its condition.
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Soffit and fascia
Vented, clean rooflines that protect your attic and eaves.
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Rainscreen systems
An air gap behind your siding that lets walls dry out fast.
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Compare
Which siding is right for your home?
Good
Vinyl
- Lifespan
- Depends on product and care
- Maintenance
- Periodic washing and inspection
- Look
- Clean, uniform panels
- Best for
- Rentals and budget projects
- Current pricing
- Ask for current pricing
Better
LP SmartSide
- Lifespan
- Depends on product and care
- Maintenance
- Periodic painting and inspection
- Look
- Deep wood grain
- Best for
- Warm, natural look on a budget
- Current pricing
- Ask for current pricing
Best
James Hardie
- Lifespan
- Depends on product and care
- Maintenance
- Finish care per manufacturer
- Look
- Crisp painted wood look
- Best for
- Long-term owners, coastal homes
- Current pricing
- Ask for current pricing
Siding Match
Find your fit.
Your priorities. Your home. A material worth considering.
Question 1 of 4
What matters most?
Our process
How it works
- 1
Free on-site visit
- 2
Fixed written quote
- 3
Install with rainscreen detailing
- 4
Final walkthrough and warranty
No surprise invoices: the written quote is the price unless you change the scope.
The detail behind the siding
Built to drain. Built to dry.
A rainscreen leaves a ventilated gap between the wall and siding. Rain drains down and out, air flows up to dry the wall, and a bug screen at the bottom keeps insects from nesting behind your siding.
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Our exterior work
Lap siding over exterior insulation
Backed by our workmanship warranty
Every install is covered by our own workmanship warranty, on top of the manufacturer warranties from James Hardie and LP. If something we installed isn't right, we come back and make it right.
FAQ
Common questions
How much does new siding cost in Nanaimo?
Siding cost depends on wall area, material, removal and preparation. Vinyl is generally cheapest, followed by LP SmartSide, James Hardie and cedar; metal varies by product. A fixed written quote follows a free on-site visit.
How long does a siding project take?
A typical home takes 1–3 weeks to re-side. Size, material, wall repairs and weather affect the schedule, which we discuss before work begins.
Do I need a permit?
Routine re-siding often does not need a permit, but structural alterations may. We check the project's scope and local requirements before work starts.
Will you clean up?
Yes, we clean up the site. Daily tidying, nail checks and disposal of old material are part of the work.
Do you offer financing?
Ask us about current financing options during your estimate. Availability and terms must be confirmed before you commit.
Which siding is best for Vancouver Island's rain?
Fibre cement installed over a properly detailed rainscreen is a strong choice for Vancouver Island's rain. LP SmartSide, vinyl and cedar can also perform well when flashing, drainage and maintenance suit the material.
What is a rainscreen and do I need one?
A rainscreen is a drained, vented gap behind the siding that lets water escape and walls dry. In wet coastal climates like Vancouver Island, the BC Building Code requires one, and we include it on every siding job.
Can you repair siding instead of replacing it?
Yes, localized siding damage can often be repaired instead of replacing the whole exterior. We inspect the wall beneath it and check whether matching materials are available.
Do you serve Nanaimo if you're based in Cassidy?
Yes, Nanaimo is our main service area. Cassidy is about 15 minutes south, so we regularly work throughout Nanaimo and Central Vancouver Island.