Siding, Windows & Doors Installation (COST REVEALED!) | 60 Day Home Build Challenge!
Summary
TLDRIn this engaging home-building video, the creator shares their experience with the 23rd day of their second home build project. The focus is on installing siding, windows, and exterior doors. They use James Hardy fiber cement siding for its durability and water resistance, opting for a mix of lap and panel siding. The construction team faces challenges such as a cracked window, which the builder decides to cover due to the workers' hard labor and slim profit margins. The builder also emphasizes their choice of black aluminum windows from Ply Gem and a high-quality front door, which adds a significant cost but is expected to enhance the home's curb appeal and longevity. The video concludes with a look at the completed siding, windows, and doors, and a teaser for upcoming videos on spray foam insulation and a standing seam metal roof.
Takeaways
- đĄ The home build project is on day 23, focusing on installing siding, windows, and exterior doors.
- đŠ James Hardy fiber cement siding is chosen for its durability, water resistance, and non-flammability.
- đš The builder is using a combination of lap siding and panel siding for different sections of the house.
- 𧱠Half-inch OSB 716 is used for wall sheathing, which is stronger than cheaper alternatives.
- đ ïž Scaffolding is utilized for installing siding, with a system that can be raised as work progresses upwards.
- đŒïž Ply gem is the manufacturer for the black on black aluminum windows, chosen for their quality and appearance.
- đ° The decision to upgrade windows and the front door adds to the cost, but is expected to improve the property's performance and curb appeal.
- đȘ A high-quality front door is installed, costing significantly more than a standard door, to enhance the first impression of the house.
- đ The builder opted for an 8-inch fascia and a larger roof overhang for a more grand appearance.
- đ© The back door is a more economical choice, as it does not affect the curb appeal and is functionally sufficient.
- đïž The construction process experienced delays due to heat, material shortages, and the need for extra shipments.
- đ The total cost for windows, doors, and siding materials is detailed, along with the labor costs for installation.
Q & A
What type of siding is being installed in the video?
-The siding being installed is called James Hardy fiber cement siding, which is neither wood nor vinyl but made of fiber cement.
What are the advantages of using fiber cement siding over wood or vinyl?
-Fiber cement siding is advantageous because it is fire-resistant, highly water-resistant, and generally stronger than wood or vinyl.
What is the name of the window manufacturer being used in the home build?
-The window manufacturer being used is Ply Gem.
What is the difference between the windows used in the last build and the current one?
-In the last build, black on white vinyl windows were installed. In the current build, black on black aluminum windows are being installed, which are more expensive but offer higher quality and better performance.
How much additional cost was there for upgrading the windows to black on black aluminum?
-The additional cost for upgrading to black on black aluminum windows was about $500 to $600.
What is the role of the OSB 716 in the construction process?
-OSB 716 is used for the wall sheathing, providing a stronger and more durable base for the walls compared to cheaper, more cardboard-style materials.
What is the issue with the window that was discovered during the build?
-A window was found to be cracked, which likely occurred during the installation process.
How does the builder plan to handle the broken window?
-The builder is considering talking with the subcontractor about the issue but is also prepared to cover the cost of the broken window if it amounts to a few hundred dollars, as they understand the small margins the installers work with.
What is the cost of the front door that was installed?
-The front door cost $2,863, which is a significant upgrade from a previous build where a $500 front door was installed.
What is the difference in the overhang size between this house and the builder's other house?
-This house has a 24-inch overhang, which is 8 inches larger than the 16-inch overhang on the builder's other house.
What is the next step in the construction process after the siding, windows, and doors are completed?
-The next step is to install spray foam insulation on the inside and proceed with a standing seam metal roof on the exterior.
What is the total cost for the windows, front door, back door, and siding material?
-The total cost for the windows was $5,975, the front door was $2,863, the back door was $546, and the siding material was $6,595.
Outlines
đïž Home Construction Update: Siding, Windows, and Doors Installation
This paragraph discusses the ongoing home construction process on day 23, focusing on the installation of siding, windows, and exterior doors. The siding material, James Hardy fiber cement, is highlighted for its fire-resistant and water-resistant properties. The builder shares the progress made on the first day, including the delivery of siding materials, the installation of wall sheeting, and the use of a scaffolding system to facilitate the siding installation. The choice of black on black aluminum windows from Ply Gem is explained, noting the higher quality and cost compared to previous builds. The paragraph concludes with an update on the installation progress and the anticipation of the arrival of window materials.
đȘ Door and Window Installation Challenges
The second paragraph details a setback encountered during the construction processâa cracked window installed by the workers. The builder decides to address the issue with the subcontractor responsible for the siding, windows, and door installation. It is mentioned that the work initially planned for 2-3 days has extended due to various reasons, including the need for additional materials and the intense heat affecting the workers' pace. The builder also discusses the decision to cover the cost of the damaged window, considering the small margins and hard work of the subcontractors. The paragraph concludes with a look ahead to upcoming tasks such as installing the roof deck and starting the interior plumbing.
đĄ Aesthetic and Structural Upgrades in Home Construction
This paragraph describes the aesthetic and structural choices made during the construction process. The builder opted for a panel siding for the front of the house, providing a distinct look, and chose black aluminum windows for their visual appeal and efficiency. A significant upgrade was made to the front door, with a decision to invest in a high-quality, black steel door for a better first impression. The builder also discusses the decision to extend the roof overhang for a more grand appearance and the choice of wider fascia for a more substantial look. The paragraph concludes with a mention of the completed electrical, HVAC, and plumbing rough-in work, setting the stage for the next steps in the construction process.
đ” Cost Breakdown and Upcoming Construction Phases
The final paragraph provides a cost breakdown for the materials and labor involved in the construction project. The builder lists the expenses for the windows, front door, back door, siding materials, and installation labor. The total costs for the windows and doors are detailed, along with the decision to prioritize quality over cost savings in certain areas. The paragraph concludes with a preview of the upcoming construction phases, including spray foam insulation and the installation of a standing seam metal roof, and an invitation to subscribers to stay tuned for the next video updates.
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Keywords
đĄHome Build
đĄJames Hardy Siding
đĄOSB Sheathing
đĄLap Siding
đĄExterior Doors
đĄPly Gem Windows
đĄScaffolding System
đĄFascia and Soffit
đĄRough-in
đĄStanding Seam Metal Roof
đĄSpray Foam Insulation
Highlights
Day 23 marks the second home build's installation of siding, windows, and exterior doors.
James Hardy fiber cement siding is chosen for its fire-resistant and water-resistant properties.
A combination of lap siding and panel siding in 4x8 sheets is used for different sections of the house.
Half-inch OSB 716 is used for wall sheathing, offering more strength than cheaper alternatives.
Scaffolding system with foot pedestals is utilized for efficient siding installation as the house construction progresses.
Windows are upgraded to black on black aluminum for a better long-term performance and appearance.
A cracked window incident occurred, and the builder decided to cover the cost instead of penalizing the workers.
The siding, windows, and doors project extended beyond the initial 2-3 days' timeline due to various factors.
A larger 24-inch roof overhang and 8-inch fascia were chosen to give the house a more grand appearance.
The builder opted for a high-quality front door, investing an additional $2,000-$2,500 for a better first impression.
A $500 back door was installed, saving costs as it does not affect curb appeal.
The builder shares the costs for windows, doors, siding materials, and labor.
Rough-in work for HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems is completed within the construction timeline.
Spray foam insulation and a standing seam metal roof are the next steps in the construction process.
The builder emphasizes the importance of curb appeal and the strategic investment in high-quality materials for long-term value.
Despite the challenges and extended timeline, the builder remains committed to quality and workmanship in the home build.
Transcripts
so today is day number 23 of my second
home build and in this video we're going
to be installing the siding the windows
and the exterior doors let's get into
the
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video
all right so we're halfway through day
number one of the siding windows and
doors and let's go check it
out so yesterday we got all of the
siding material delivered this is the
actual sighing it's a it's called James
Hardy not sponsored wish they would but
James Hardy sighing it's a fiber cement
siding so it's not wood it's not vinyl
it's fiber cement um basically it's like
cement it doesn't catch on fire super
water resistant you'll see later in the
video but I'm using a combination of
this lap siding that's here on this wall
as well as a panel siding that comes in
a big 4x8 sheet on another section of
the house so got the siding material
here as well as we got the OSB uh 716
OSB for the wall sheathing a lot of
Cheaper Builders use like real inferior
product there like a cardboard style
piece of wall sheathing and I'm
using half2 inch OSB it'll make the
house a little bit stronger it's about
2:00 through day one it's supposed to
only take 2 days to finish all of the
sighing and the corness the windows and
the doors and we haven't made too much
progress to be honest but as you can see
we've installed the wall sheeting that
is behind this white underlayment then
we installed the the H home wrap uh
underlayment now the guys are installing
the lap siding they use this um
scaffolding system where they set the
post on the ground goes up and they
anchor it into the top of the house and
they use that foot
pedestal
idly they use the foot pedestal to pump
up each side of the uh scaffolding to
raise them higher and higher so they can
install the siding as they go up um so
right now we've got this side
done so as of right now we just had half
of that right side done and on the back
side looks like we got about half of it
it appears that they're going to install
the bottom floor and then go up finish
all the siding then go up to the top
floor put the sheeting the paper and the
sighting so anyways making progress we
got probably got speed it up to finish
by the end of the day tomorrow the
exterior doors will be here soon I'm
sure they'll get those installed later
today and then tomorrow the window
material is uh scheduled to arrive yeah
we're on
track on they said sound like they
wanted
to
so these are the the windows I'm
installing the manufacturer is ply gim
and one thing I decided to do on this
build in comparison to my last build my
last build I installed they're called
black on white vinyl windows that means
black on the outside white on the inside
and and then the frame is vinyl whereas
this time around I'm installing black on
black aluminum so black on the outside
black on the inside and then the frame
is made of aluminum obviously that came
with an upgraded cost um I'm paying an
additional about $500 or $600 for that
upgrade but I think over time a I know
they're higher quality they're going to
perform better they're going to look
better but you know this is going to be
a long-term rental property or I'm going
to hold it for 10 20 years and hopefully
that prevents having problems in the
future with having to do maintenance and
you know pay for costs that could come
up so these are the windows I'm I'm
happy with how they look now some of
them are already installed they're
looking
good
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oh 107° I don't know how these guys do
this all
day end of day number three of the
windows siding and doors last time I
came by they told me they were going to
install siding on the left in those
three middle windows and then be done so
let's finish up day number
three
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oh
sh I don't know if y'all can see that
but uh got a cracked window can you'all
see you right here B oh okay well
let's go uh try to find out who did this
cuz they were fine whenever they were
delivered so that means the installer
did it let's see if uh they're going to
act like they don't know what happened
or they're going to lie or they're going
to tell the truth let's
seeana
Daniel
no a
ke
too
bedra pop so that is all for day number
three so the installers said that the
other worker he was the one who
installed the window and I think he left
just because they didn't really need him
and they could have got done what they
needed to without him today these three
guys said that of course the one who
isn't here I saw him installing the
window I didn't notice he broke it but
they said whenever he set the window in
and installed it or whatever that it
broke so it is what it is um I'm going
to talk with the subcontractor that I
hired the main boss that I hired to do
the siding windows and door installation
I want to talk to him and and see if if
I can get him to cover you know at the
end of the day if it's a couple hundred
bucks or 100 bucks I'll probably just
cover it because these guys are out here
working hard and I know they have very
small margins they can't afford to make
mistakes you know like that that could
cost them a couple hundred bucks cuz at
the end of the day they're working on
such small margin you know they make
good enough money with the volume they
do but they just can't afford to have
mistakes on a job or it'll go bad so
anyways I'll keep you updated today is
Saturday evening this is the uh status
of the building Monday I had to uh
deliver some more material so they can
finish the sighting and so that'll be
here Monday afternoon and then these
guys will be back on Tuesday to finish
all the sighting between now and then
we're going to install the roof deck
we're going to start the uh rough in
Plumbing on the inside at the inside of
the walls but that's for another another
video so I'll pick get up back Tuesday
whenever we're finishing the siding and
the exterior doors all right today is
finally the last day of the windows and
the siding and the exterior doors it was
planned to only last 2 or 3 days and it
it's lasted much longer than that for a
couple reasons um I'll go over later in
the video but I'm actually going to turn
my truck around so we can load up this
exterior door they got the installers
are pretty much all the way done they
just need to install this exterior door
that I've been stowing in my garage so
it doesn't get stolen uh my garage is a
wreck so uh don't judge
me
okay
good so looks like we have maybe 10 more
pieces of siding and install the front
door and siding will be
done you see
it
ouch I was pulling a sticker off this
window went to look over here and saw a
broken window you know as a builder
stuff always goes wrong it's my decision
on how I want to handle it I've uh you
know hired these guys that with a pretty
low labor rates instead of kind of penny
pinching them and making them pay for it
I'll probably just go ahead and pay for
it I don't want to be that guy anyway so
that's a problem we'll have to get that
fixed termin see
oh say
qu day 30 of the build um we're finally
finished with the siding window those
doors this uh seemed to last way too
long I think we're only planning for
this to last like 2 to 3 days and I
think it ended up lasting over a span of
8 n 10 days way too long anyway so
here's what it looks like we've got
everything finished up pertaining to the
siding windows and doors there really
wasn't too many problems with this this
kind of trade other than you know it was
hot the guys couldn't work too fast I
had to make get it get some extra
material shipped out here two or three
times it seemed like so
um it is what it is that's construction
so on this side of the house only in
this portion of the front of the house
we're we're installing this uh panel
siding it comes in or it came in 4x8
sheets um it's a little different look
it's only going on this front part of
the house on the right and on the left
over here is the uh lap siding this lap
siding comes in different widths I think
we installed like a 6 in wide lap siding
and I know they come in like 7 in 8 in
or 9 in so they come like pretty wide I
decided to go with the shorter one cuz I
think it kind of gives it a more
contemporary look here's the windows I
decided to
install black aluminum windows the
manufacturer is called ply gim and I
don't know anything about the efficiency
but they look good they're aluminum I
ended up paying about $500 for the
aluminum window option instead of the
vinyl windows option so that's the
windows here's the front door I decided
to pay
$2,800 I'll go over the cost here in a
minute but I decided to make quite the
upgrade here on this front door on my
last home build I installed like a $500
front door and I was not happy with the
quality I didn't think it gives it you
know like a real wow factor but I think
whenever this house is all finished and
you walk in this front door you know
this is your first impression I decided
to pay an extra $2,000 or $2,500 for
this kind of door instead of a cheaper
door it's a black steel door that I
purchased from A supplier here in
Houston um I've got to buy the hardware
it's nice so there's that one thing I I
decided to do on this build that kind of
gives it a little different look it's
not too common is this overhang where uh
the fascia the front board is called the
fascia and then underneath that is
called the sopit that is called the roof
overhang and I decided to do a twt
overhang twoot 24 in most houses if you
zoom in on my other house up there at
the top that house I believe has a 16in
overhang whereas this house here is has
a whole another 8 in so it makes it much
larger so there's one thing I did and of
course comes with that comes with extra
cost as far as material you got to buy
wider material more square footage of
material also something I did is 8 in
fascia so on the very front part of that
roof overhang it's 8 in tall 8 in in
comparison to 6 in on the other house is
6 in this one is 8 in it just gives it a
more Grand feeling uh is a gives it just
you know a bigger look bigger overhangs
I don't know I like it I'm happy with
how it turns out I think it looks good
okay so now we're on the the I guess
what's the right side of the house more
lap sighting on this side this uh I had
to pay extra in the previous video I
explained I had to pay extra to get this
wall framed up because it's quite a drop
off to over there and it might affect
the structural Integrity if we didn't do
that so anyways we frame that up and
right side of the house here's the back
we got one bath uh one window in the
bathroom up there in the shower tub
combo and some more lap sighting here's
the back of the house not not really
tooo interesting but we have some dryer
vents and some bath bathroom fan vents
up there here's the back door all of
this will get like regraded we'll come
back we'll use some of that dirt to
somewhat gradually grade this a little a
little better I'm think I'm going to put
some concrete steps here for you to walk
into the back door there's a guest uh
bedroom window up there here's the the
back kitchen
window and here's the other side of the
house more lap siding there's the Jack
and Jill bathroom with a uh
little small window up there so here is
the back door this was a $500 back door
I could have installed a door just like
this on the front which is much smaller
less quality material and you know it
cost $500 in comparison to $2,000
something dollars I paid for that front
door so I could have saved $2,000 by
installing this there but this isn't
something I'm you know too proud of as
far as high quality or performance it's
a piece of honestly so I'll install
on the back because it's not going to
affect the curb appeal you know the the
curb herb pill comes from the street of
course whenever people are driving by or
people are coming to look at the house
they they want to be proud of what it
looks like from the street what everyone
else sees but on the back of the house
there ain't nothing back here no one's
going to see it it's going to do its job
it's going to be a door functioning door
and it'll work for the back door we've
installed the HVAC rough and the
plumbing rough in and the electrical
rough in so as you can see we have HVAC
Ducks right there over here we have some
Plumbing pipes we have some electrical
wires this is going to be the kitchen so
you have the water supply lines the sink
drain lines um electrical everywhere
electrical plugs for the refrigerator
allow outlet boxes then up here you have
these blue deals it's going to be the uh
disc lights which are referred to as can
lights but they don't really have a can
anymore they're just like a disc LED
disc so all of the electrical rough in
agac work is done I'm not really making
a video specifically for that because
it's not too interesting part of the
build um it's not worth making a video
on but that is done so the cost for this
part of the build was the windows
material the 10 windows cost $5,000
975 the front door cost
$2,863 the back door cost
$546 the sighting material which
consisted of all the Hardy lap sighing
um the fascia the S boards all that cost
$6,595 and the labor to install all of
that the doors the windows and the
siding the same contractor did it and I
paid him
$475 now that uh we have the rough end
done all the the siding and the coris is
done all the electrical HVAC and the
plumbing is done on the inside we can
proceed with next will be the on the
inside will be the insulation where I'm
going to do spray foam insulation so
stay tuned for that video that'll be the
next video then on the exterior I'm
going to be doing a standing seam metal
roof um I'm not sure which video will
come first but make sure to subscribe so
you don't miss out on either one of
those thanks for watching
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