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Who installs LP SmartSide siding in Longmont, CO?
Josh Brooks Construction and Renovation Inc. installs LP SmartSide engineered wood siding and trim in Longmont and Boulder County at $1,500 per square (100 sq ft of wall) installed. Licensed general contractor (Boulder County CON-24-0152), 30 years in construction, in business since 2014.
LP SmartSide Siding Installer in Longmont, Colorado
LP SmartSide is an engineered wood siding treated with LP’s SmartGuard process to resist moisture, fungal decay and termites. It gives you the look of real cedar lap or board-and-batten at a lower installed cost than fiber cement, and it’s lighter and tougher to crack during installation. We install SmartSide lap, panel, shakes and trim on full re-sides, additions, garages and sheds across Longmont.
LP SmartSide Pricing in Longmont
- LP SmartSide installed: $1,500 per square (100 sq ft of wall)
- Painting with a siding install: add $5 per sq ft
- Typical home: 1,500–2,000 sq ft of wall runs about $22,500–$30,000 before paint
Pricing includes tear-off, house wrap, flashing and trim. We confirm the final number with a free on-site measurement.
LP SmartSide vs. James Hardie
We’re a James Hardie preferred installer and we also install LP, so we’ll tell you which fits your house. Here’s the honest comparison:
- Cost: LP is $1,500 per square; primed Hardie is $1,600 and Hardie ColorPlus is $2,200.
- Weight and impact: LP is lighter and more flexible, so it’s less likely to crack from impacts.
- Fire: Hardie fiber cement is noncombustible. LP is wood-based. For homes near open space or in the wildland-urban interface in Boulder County, we usually recommend James Hardie.
- Look: Both come in lap, panel and shake profiles. LP’s deep wood grain is popular for farmhouse and barn-style homes.
- Maintenance: Both need repainting on a long cycle unless you choose a factory-finished product.
What Our LP SmartSide Install Includes
- Removal and disposal of old siding
- Sheathing inspection and rot repair
- New weather-resistive barrier and flashing at every window, door and roof line
- Installation to LP’s specifications for clearances, gapping and fastening, which protects the manufacturer warranty
- Caulk, trim and paint
- Window replacement and gutters in the same project if you want them
Common Questions About LP SmartSide in Longmont
How much does LP SmartSide siding cost in Longmont, CO?
We install LP SmartSide at $1,500 per square (100 square feet of wall). Painting with the install adds $5 per square foot. A typical home with 1,500 to 2,000 square feet of wall runs about $22,500 to $30,000 before paint.
Is LP SmartSide good for Colorado?
Yes. LP SmartSide is treated to resist moisture, decay and termites and handles freeze-thaw cycles well when installed with proper clearances and flashing. For homes with high wildfire exposure, noncombustible James Hardie fiber cement is usually the better choice.
Is LP SmartSide cheaper than James Hardie?
Yes, slightly. We install LP SmartSide at $1,500 per square, primed James Hardie at $1,600 and Hardie ColorPlus at $2,200.
What warranty comes with LP SmartSide?
LP backs SmartSide with a 5/50-year limited warranty on the substrate when it is installed to LP’s specifications. We install to those specifications so the warranty stays valid.
Can LP SmartSide be used on a shed or garage?
Yes. LP SmartSide panels and trim are common on garages, sheds and accessory buildings. We can match the siding on your house or use it on an outbuilding alone.
Get an LP SmartSide estimate in Longmont, CO
Free estimate. Licensed. Local. Not a storm chaser.
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