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AFTER
Project Location
Blue Bell, PA
Project Type
Full Exterior Renovation
Aluminum Siding Removal
James Hardie Siding Installation
Roof Replacement
Window Replacement
Exterior Trim and Capping Updates
Project Overview
For this featured exterior renovation in Blue Bell, PA, Porter Family Exteriors completed a full exterior update that included siding, roofing, windows, trim, soffit, and finishing details.
The home originally had aluminum siding that was removed and replaced with James Hardie siding in Gray Slate. The darker siding color, new black windows, and white trim created a clean contrast that gave the home a sharper and more updated look.
This project was a larger exterior transformation rather than a single service update. Along with the siding installation, Porter Family Exteriors also completed the roof, added skylights and a metal roof accent, updated the windows, and finished the exterior with new trim, soffit, and aluminum capping.
Replacing Aluminum Siding With James Hardie
Aluminum siding can become dated over time, especially when the rest of the home is ready for a more modern exterior design. For this Blue Bell project, the old aluminum siding was removed so the home could be rebuilt with a more durable and updated siding system.
The new Gray Slate James Hardie siding gave the home a stronger visual presence while still keeping the exterior clean and timeless. The white trim helped frame the siding and windows, while the Pella black on black windows added bold contrast across the home.
This type of siding replacement is a good fit for homeowners who want to replace older exterior materials with a lower maintenance finish and a more polished curb appeal.
Roofing, Windows, and Exterior Details
This Blue Bell exterior renovation also included a new roof replacement with skylights and a metal roof accent. These updates helped improve both the function and overall design of the home.
The window work was also a major part of the project. New Pella black on black windows were installed throughout the home, with white trim used to create a crisp contrast against the Gray Slate siding. Some window openings also required carpentry modifications, which made this more involved than a standard window replacement.
Porter Family Exteriors also completed window and door trim in Azek, new vinyl soffit, and aluminum capping to give the exterior a cleaner and more finished look.
Together, these updates turned the project into a full exterior renovation rather than just a siding or roofing job.
Project Scope and Cost Breakdown
This Blue Bell exterior renovation included roofing, siding, windows, trim, soffit, capping, and carpentry work to complete the full exterior update.
Total Project Cost: $191,050.26
- Roof with skylights and metal roof accent: $41,550
- Vinyl siding removal, James Hardie siding installation, new vinyl soffit, and aluminum capping: $68,206.26
- Window and door trims in Azek: $12,950
- Pella black on black windows for the whole house, including carpentry to modify some window openings: $80,000
Project pricing can vary depending on the size of the home, material selections, roofing details, window quantity, trim upgrades, capping needs, and any carpentry or repair work needed during the project. In this case, the cost reflected a full exterior update that included roofing, siding, Pella windows, trim, soffit, aluminum capping, and finishing details.
A Follow Up Siding Project
After the main home renovation was completed, the homeowner later called Porter Family Exteriors back to complete siding work on a small tiki bar pool house that was built about a year later.
That follow up project is a strong sign that the homeowner was happy with the original exterior renovation and wanted the same level of finish carried over to another structure on the property.
The Final Result
The finished project gave this Blue Bell home a completely refreshed exterior. The Gray Slate James Hardie siding, Pella black on black windows, white trim, updated roof, skylights, and metal roof accent all worked together to create a more modern and polished look.
The project also improved the overall consistency of the home’s exterior. Instead of having older aluminum siding and dated finishes, the home now has a coordinated exterior system with durable materials, cleaner details, and stronger curb appeal.
Planning an Exterior Renovation in Blue Bell, PA?
If your home has outdated siding, aging windows, an older roof, or exterior details that no longer match the look you want, Porter Family Exteriors can help plan a full exterior update.
From James Hardie siding and siding replacement to roof replacement, window replacement, and complete exterior renovation, Porter Family Exteriors helps homeowners create exteriors that are durable, cohesive, and built around the style of the home.
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