Our siding services
Cedar / Wood Siding in Nanaimo
Classic natural wood boards and shingles that deliver timeless character and warmth.
Nanaimo Siding installs authentic cedar / wood siding on local residences. We charge $14.00 – $28.00+ per sq. ft. installed, running $21,000 – $61,600+ for a typical home with 1,500–2,200 sq. ft. of wall. You get an accurate written quote after we measure your exterior in person.
Expect to spend $21,000 – $61,600+ for cedar / wood siding on 1,500–2,200 sq. ft. of exterior walls, with prices sitting at $14.00 – $28.00+ per sq. ft. installed.
Why do homeowners invest in natural cedar?
Western red cedar provides an authentic visual appeal that synthetic materials try to imitate. Natural extractives inside the wood fibre give cedar natural resistance against moisture decay and fungal growth. It is lightweight, stays flat when fastened correctly, and provides natural thermal insulating qualities. Whether you choose clean clear vertical grain bevel or rugged channel rustic profiles, real timber gives your house distinct architectural charm.
What details determine the cost of wood cladding?
Lumber grade plays a primary role in overall pricing. Clear heartwood boards without knots cost more than knotty channel rustic or tight-knot bevel profiles. Intricate wall patterns, like mitered corners or hand-split shingle sidewalls, require slow, meticulous carpentry that increases installation hours. Wall heights and complex staging around landscaping also affect labour. Back-priming every board prior to fastening is an essential step that adds value.
How does our crew fasten real wood cladding?
We take great care when handling natural timber on your house. We mount vertical furring strips to form a breathable rainscreen, allowing air to circulate on both sides of every board. We pre-drill board ends where needed and use stainless steel ring-shank siding nails to prevent dark extractive streaking. Every end cut receives a fresh coating of exterior wood preservative before being nailed into position.
Our wood siding installation steps
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Lumber sorting — we inspect every timber plank for grain straightness, set aside imperfect boards, and acclimate the stock.
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Cavity strapping — we secure vertical battens over protective house wrap to create a clear continuous ventilation channel.
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Stainless fastening — we hand-nail each timber board using marine-grade stainless nails to prevent rust marks and wood splits.
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End-grain sealing — we coat all freshly cut timber ends with exterior sealer to block moisture from wicking into the grain.
People also ask
Why use stainless steel nails on cedar?
Natural tannins in cedar react chemically with ordinary steel and galvanized coatings, creating dark black runoff streaks down your walls. Stainless steel nails never corrode or react, keeping the timber surface clean and unstained.
How often does cedar siding need maintenance?
Cedar left to weather naturally turns a silvery grey with minimal upkeep beyond occasional clearing of moss and debris. If you choose to apply a semi-transparent stain, plan to recoat sunny exterior elevations periodically to preserve the rich timber colour.
Can you install cedar shingles on accent gables?
Yes, shingle sidewalls look great on upper gables and bump-outs. We weave outside corners carefully and overlap every joint generously across alternating courses to prevent rain from penetrating the wall sheathing.
What causes cedar siding to cup or split?
Cupping happens when moisture absorbs unevenly between the front and back of the board. Installing wood over an open rainscreen cavity and back-priming all faces prevents uneven moisture absorption and keeps boards completely flat.
If ongoing wood upkeep seems daunting, you might evaluate fibre cement siding for lower maintenance or call us for focused siding repair.
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- Siding Cost GuideReview square-foot rates and typical home project totals for every material we install.
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- Siding RepairWe repair cracked boards, replace loose corner trim, and restore damaged exterior wall sections to protect your home framing from moisture damage.
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