Siding Contractor on Cape Cod
Siding replacement and repair, built to shed coastal weather
Murray Construction is a siding contractor on Cape Cod, based in Sandwich and run by owner John Murray. John is a master carpenter with more than 20 years in the trades, and he is personally on every project, from the first look at your walls to the final walkthrough.
This page covers siding replacement and repair, the water-management details that matter on the coast, how a project with John runs, the materials homeowners usually weigh, and what drives the cost of siding installation on Cape Cod.
Siding work John takes on
Most jobs are either a full tear-off and replacement or a targeted repair. John looks at the whole wall before recommending either.
- ✓Full siding replacement: Old siding comes off down to the sheathing, damaged wood is repaired, new housewrap and flashing go on, and the new siding is installed over a sound, dry wall.
- ✓Partial repairs: Storm damage or a failed section near a deck or roofline can often be repaired on its own, matched to the existing siding.
- ✓Trim and corner boards: Casings, corner boards and fascia are part of how a wall sheds water, so they get the same attention as the siding.
- ✓Siding with new windows: When windows are being replaced too, doing both together lets the flashing be tied in properly around each opening.
Siding replacement on Cape Cod: what the coast asks for
Salt air and wind-driven rain are hard on a house. Siding is only the outer layer; what keeps the wall dry is the system behind it.
- ✓Housewrap: A water-resistive barrier behind the siding, lapped so water that gets past the siding runs down and out.
- ✓Flashing around windows and trim: Openings are where most walls leak. Each one is flashed and lapped in the right order so water is directed outward, with head flashing over trim.
- ✓Kick-out flashing: Where a roof edge meets a sidewall, a kick-out flashing turns runoff away from the wall. Without one, the wall below can stay wet for years unseen.
- ✓Rot repair at tear-off: Tear-off is the chance to see the sheathing and framing. Rotted wood is cut out and replaced before anything new goes on.
- ✓Fasteners suited to salt air: Near the water, ordinary fasteners can corrode and stain. John uses fasteners rated for the product and the exposure, per the manufacturer’s instructions.
How a siding project with John works
Consultation and site visit. John looks at the existing siding, trim and problem areas, and talks through what you want.
Written quote. You get a written quote that spells out the scope: tear-off, sheathing repair, housewrap, flashing, siding, trim and cleanup.
Permits and approvals. John handles the building permit through your town’s building department. Some Cape villages sit inside local historic districts, where exterior changes can need commission review before work starts.
The build. Tear-off, repairs, weather barrier, flashing and siding go on in order, with John on site.
Final walkthrough. You walk the house with John before the job is closed out.
Siding materials for Cape Cod homes
John installs vinyl, fiber cement and Hardie board siding. The right choice depends on the look you want, the house’s exposure and how much upkeep you want.
- ✓Vinyl: Low maintenance, never needs paint, and comes in a wide range of colors and profiles.
- ✓Fiber cement and Hardie board: Durable and fire-resistant, with the look of painted clapboard or shingle, and specific installation requirements.
- ✓White cedar shingles: The traditional Cape look, weathering to gray. Many homeowners consider them, especially on older houses or in historic areas.
- ✓PVC trim: Some homeowners consider PVC for corner boards and casings because it does not rot. It pairs with most siding types.
What affects the cost of siding installation on Cape Cod
Every house is different, so John prices from the site visit rather than a square-foot rule of thumb. The main factors:
- ✓Wall area and complexity: Size of the house, number of stories, gables, dormers and corners.
- ✓Material: Vinyl, fiber cement, cedar and trim choices vary in material and labor.
- ✓What is under the old siding: Rot in the sheathing or framing found at tear-off adds repair work.
- ✓Windows and doors: The number of openings to flash and trim, and whether windows are being replaced at the same time.
- ✓Access and approvals: Staging on steep or tight sites, and any historic district review.
Areas served
John works from Sandwich and serves homeowners across Cape Cod, including Sandwich, Bourne, Falmouth, Mashpee, Barnstable, Dennis and nearby towns. See finished work in the project gallery.
Frequently asked questions
Should I replace my siding or repair it?
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If the damage is limited to one area and the rest of the siding is sound, a repair often makes sense. If the siding is failing across several walls, or water is getting behind it in more than one place, replacement lets the housewrap and flashing be redone too.
Can you replace my windows at the same time?
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Yes. Murray Construction is an Andersen Certified Contractor, and doing window replacement alongside new siding means each opening can be flashed and lapped into the new weather barrier in the right order.
Do you handle permits and historic district review?
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John handles the building permit with your town’s building department. If your house is in a local historic district, exterior changes can require review by the district commission before work begins. John will help you find out whether that applies and what the commission is likely to need from you.
Can you match my existing siding?
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For repairs, John matches profile, exposure and color as closely as available products allow. Some older siding is no longer made, and new material can look different from weathered siding at first. He will show you options and be straight about how close the match will be.
What happens if you find rot under the old siding?
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It gets fixed before the new siding goes on. Tear-off is the one time the sheathing and framing are exposed, so John checks them, shows you what he finds and explains the repair. Covering rotted wood with new siding only hides a problem that keeps growing.
How do I get an estimate?
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Call John at (508) 648-3215 or use the contact page to describe your project. He will set up a time to see the house, look at the siding and trim, and follow up with a written quote.
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Talk to John about your siding
Call (508) 648-3215 or send a note to set up a site visit for your siding project.
