Steve and Stacey’s Hardie Board siding repair in Lakewood, Illinois addressed failing paint, mold, damaged fiber-cement siding, deteriorated trim, and leaking gutters on a home that was only about 15 years old. They had purchased the property a little more than two years earlier, and the exterior had already been repainted once.
This was not a project that could be solved with another coat of conventional paint. Home Shield Coating® developed a repair-first plan that included replacement of deteriorated Hardie Board, detailed surface preparation, a long-lasting exterior coating system, and a major gutter upgrade.
Why This Lakewood, IL Home Needed Hardie Board Siding Repair
The homeowners wanted the house to look better, but appearance was only one part of the job. The inspection identified several conditions that had to be addressed before a new finish could be applied:
- worn and failing exterior paint;
- more than 100 feet of damaged Hardie Board siding;
- deteriorated exterior trim;
- visible mold that required cleaning and preparation;
- leaking gutters that were not managing roof water correctly; and
- the prospect of paying for another repaint only a few years after the previous one.
Fiber-cement siding is durable, but it still depends on sound installation, sealed joints, proper water management, and a finish that remains bonded to the surface. Damaged boards, failing trim, or leaking gutters should not be hidden under another quick paint job. Homeowners comparing another repaint with a longer-lasting system can also read our guide to repainting Hardie Board siding.
Hardie Board Siding Repair and Trim Replacement
Before coating the home, the crew removed and replaced more than 100 feet of deteriorated Hardie Board. Damaged trim was also repaired or replaced so the coating system would be installed over a stable exterior. Loose and failing material was removed, affected areas were cleaned, and the remaining surfaces were prepared for the bonding and finish stages.
This repair-first approach matters. A premium coating should never be used to cover weak siding, damaged trim, mold, or unresolved water-management problems. Each condition must be addressed as part of the project.
New 6-Inch Gutters and 3×4-Inch Downspouts
Steve and Stacey’s leaking gutters were replaced with 6-inch gutters paired with 3×4-inch downspouts. The larger components help move roof water away from the house more effectively than undersized or failing gutters, especially during heavy rain.
The gutter replacement was coordinated with the siding and trim work so the repairs, coating, and roof-water management functioned as one complete exterior improvement.
How Home Shield Coating® Is Applied to Hardie Board
After the repairs and preparation were complete, the Home Shield Coating® system was applied to Steve and Stacey’s prepared exterior. The supporting process video below shows the same coating system being applied on a separate Hardie Board project. It is included to help homeowners see the application method; it is not footage of Steve and Stacey’s house.
Homeowners researching product and finish options can also review our guide to the best paint and coating options for Hardie Board siding.
A Dark Body Color With Crisp White Trim
Stacey selected a dark body color with white trim. The contrast helped the architectural details stand out and made the texture of the siding more visible. The completed work combined repairs, preparation, coating, and improved drainage into one project.
What This Hardie Board Project Included
- Inspection of the Hardie Board, trim, existing finish, mold, and gutter problems.
- Replacement of more than 100 feet of damaged Hardie Board siding.
- Repair or replacement of deteriorated trim.
- Cleaning and preparation of mold-affected and failing surfaces.
- Application of the Home Shield Coating® system to the prepared exterior.
- Installation of new 6-inch gutters and 3×4-inch downspouts.
- A dark body color with white trim selected by the homeowner.
What Lakewood and McHenry County Homeowners Can Learn
Steve and Stacey’s home is in Lakewood, within McHenry County. Their experience is a useful example for homeowners with Hardie Board exteriors showing premature paint wear, damaged boards, mold, trim failure, or leaking gutters.
A professional inspection should determine whether the problem is limited to the existing finish or whether siding repairs and water-management upgrades are also needed. Every home is different, and the correct scope depends on the condition of the siding, trim, joints, previous coatings, gutters, downspouts, and moisture-exposed areas.
Home Shield Coating® of Illinois serves Lakewood, McHenry County, and surrounding Chicagoland communities.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do professionals repair Hardie Board siding?
Professional Hardie Board siding repair starts by identifying and removing deteriorated fiber-cement boards, correcting damaged trim and moisture-related conditions, preparing stable surfaces, and then applying the specified finish or coating system. On this Lakewood project, more than 100 feet of damaged Hardie Board was replaced before coating.
Can damaged Hardie Board be coated without replacing it?
No coating should be used to conceal deteriorated or unstable siding. Damaged boards should be identified and replaced before the coating system is applied.
Why replace the gutters during a siding project?
Leaking or undersized gutters can allow roof water to reach siding, trim, and areas around the foundation. Replacing failing gutters while exterior repairs are underway helps address a potential source of repeated moisture exposure. Steve and Stacey’s home received 6-inch gutters with 3×4-inch downspouts.
What colors did Steve and Stacey choose?
They selected a dark body color with white trim. The contrast highlighted the home’s architectural details and helped the siding texture stand out.
Does Home Shield Coating serve Lakewood, Illinois?
Yes. Home Shield Coating® serves homeowners in Lakewood and throughout McHenry County. The team can inspect Hardie Board, trim, existing coatings, and gutter conditions before recommending a project scope.
Schedule a Hardie Board Exterior Inspection
If your Hardie Board siding is peeling, damaged, stained by mold, or exposed to leaking gutters, start with an inspection—not another quick repaint. Call 800-330-9651 or schedule a free estimate with Home Shield Coating®. Stop Painting. Start Saving.