Locally Owned Since 2004
Siding Installation & Replacement in Virginia Beach, VA
Whether your siding is cracked, fading, or just showing its age, the first step is understanding what’s going on behind it. Reitzel Exteriors has worked on Hampton Roads homes since 2004. As siding contractors in Virginia Beach, we look at the condition of your siding and the wall behind it, explain your options, and help you decide whether installation, replacement, or a smaller fix makes the most sense for your home.
Siding Services for Virginia Beach Homeowners
Siding Installation
New siding is a chance to get the details right: the weather barrier, flashing around windows and doors, and trim that ties it together. We’ll talk through materials, colors, and what fits your home’s style and maintenance expectations before any work begins.
Siding Replacement
When siding is warped, cracked, faded, or failing across large areas, replacing it can solve the problems and update how the house looks. Removing the old siding also lets us see the sheathing underneath and address any damage before the new siding goes on.
Siding Repair
A few damaged panels from a storm, a branch, or a mower don’t always mean new siding. If the surrounding siding is in good shape and matching material is available, a repair may be the practical fix.
How Siding Helps Protect Your Home
Siding is the part of the wall you see, but it isn’t a waterproof shell. It’s the outer layer of a system that works together to shed water and let the wall dry out.
Exterior cladding: The siding itself. It takes the sun, wind, and rain and sheds most of the water that hits the house.
Weather-resistive barrier: Housewrap or a similar layer behind the siding. It catches water that gets past the siding and directs it down and out.
Flashing: Metal or membrane pieces at windows, doors, roof-to-wall joints, and other openings. These joints are where water most often gets in.
Trim: Corner boards, window and door casings, and fascia that finish the edges and help close the joints.
Drainage and drying: Some water always gets behind siding. A good installation gives it a way to drain and lets the wall dry.
That’s why a siding problem can be more than cosmetic, and why the installation details matter as much as the material.
Signs Your Home's Siding May Need Attention
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Cracked, split, or broken siding
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Loose or missing panels
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Warping or buckling
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Heavy fading or surface deterioration
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Peeling paint or stains on interior walls behind the siding
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Damage after a storm
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Soft spots when you press on the siding or trim
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The same areas needing fixes again and again
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Gaps around windows, doors, or damaged trim
One damaged area doesn't mean the whole house needs new siding.
And you can’t always tell from the outside whether moisture has reached the sheathing. A closer look, sometimes including removing a piece of siding, is the only way to know for sure.
Should You Repair or Replace Your Siding?
It depends on your siding and your goals. These are the main factors:
Extent of damage: A few panels, or whole walls
Condition of the rest: Whether the surrounding siding is still sound
Material availability: Whether matching siding is still made
Age: How much life the existing siding has left
Color matching: Older siding fades, so new pieces may not match exactly
Moisture: Whether water has reached the sheathing or framing
Maintenance: How much upkeep you’re willing to keep doing
Your goals: Fixing a problem, or also updating the look
Budget: What makes sense now and over time
When Repairs May Be Appropriate
The damage is limited, the surrounding siding is in good condition, matching material is available, and there’s no sign of moisture behind it.
We’ll tell you which makes more sense for your home.
When Replacement May Be Worth Considering
Damage or deterioration is widespread, problems keep coming back, matching material isn’t available, or you’re already planning a larger exterior update.
Understanding Siding Materials for Virginia Beach Homes
The right siding depends on your home’s design, how much maintenance you want, and your budget. These are the most common options.
Vinyl Siding
The most common siding on homes in the area. It’s relatively affordable, doesn’t need painting, and comes in many colors and profiles. It can crack from impacts, may warp near heat sources or in strong reflected sun, and fades over time, especially darker colors.
Fiber Cement Siding
A heavier, rigid siding made from cement, sand, and wood fibers. It resists impact and rot well and can mimic wood. It costs more to install, needs periodic repainting, and depends on careful installation details at joints and edges.
Other Siding Materials
Wood, engineered wood, and composite siding are also used on some homes. Each has its own maintenance needs and installation requirements.
For a deeper comparison, read what the best siding is for a beach house.
Choosing Siding for Coastal Virginia Conditions
Humidity
Moisture in the air slows drying. Walls that can drain and dry behind the siding hold up better over time.
Wind-driven rain
Storms push water sideways into laps and joints. Flashing and the weather barrier matter as much as the siding.
Storm exposure
High winds can loosen or tear panels. Proper fastening for the material makes a real difference.
Sun exposure
Strong sun fades color and can warp some materials, especially on south- and west-facing walls.
No siding is hurricane-proof, and no single material is right for every house. The best choice fits the home’s exposure, design, and how much upkeep you want.
What to Expect During a Siding Installation Project
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Discuss Your Project
Call 757-513-7053 or send the estimate form. Tell us what you’ve noticed and what you’d like the house to look like.
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Review Existing Conditions
We look at the siding, trim, flashing, and signs of moisture, and note anything that needs a closer look.
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Review Material and Project Options
We talk through materials, colors, and scope, and provide a written estimate so you know what’s included.
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Prepare for Installation
We schedule the work, plan material delivery and access, and let you know what to move away from the house.
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Complete the Siding Work
Our crew installs the siding according to the agreed scope. If removing old siding reveals damage underneath, we talk with you before going further.
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Cleanup and Final Review
We clean up debris and review the finished work.
Ready to talk about your siding?
What Affects Siding Replacement Costs?
Siding pricing depends on the house and the scope. The main factors:
Home size and exterior wall area
Siding material and product line
Condition of the existing siding
Removal and disposal
Trim details
Number of stories
Architectural complexity (gables, dormers, angles)
Access around the house
Repairs to sheathing or framing found underneath
Labor requirements
An accurate price comes after someone sees the house and the scope is set. We’ll explain what’s included so you can compare estimates fairly.
What Should You Look for in a Siding Contractor?
Whether you’re comparing siding contractors in Virginia Beach or anywhere else, look for:
Siding experience: Ask how long they’ve worked with the material you’re considering.
A clear written estimate: Scope, materials, trim, removal, and cleanup spelled out.
License and insurance: Ask for proof. You can look up a Virginia contractor’s license through DPOR.
Material knowledge: They should explain the trade-offs, not just push one product.
Installation details: Ask how they handle the weather barrier, flashing, and trim.
Communication: Know who your contact is and how you’ll hear about scheduling.
Property protection and cleanup: How they’ll protect landscaping and handle debris.
Genuine reviews: Look for reviews that mention siding projects.
Before you sign, make sure you understand exactly what’s included.
Why Virginia Beach Homeowners Choose Reitzel Exteriors
Local Experience Since 2004
Marc and Courtney Reitzel started the company in 2004, and we still work out of our office on Virginia Beach Blvd.
Clear Recommendations
We explain what we found and your options, so you can make the call that fits your home and budget.
Exterior Remodeling Experience
As a Virginia Beach siding company that also handles roofing, trim, and windows, we look at how the whole exterior works together.
Respect for Your Property
Planned staging, protected landscaping, and cleanup when the work is done.
Where we work
Siding Services in Virginia Beach and Hampton Roads
Our office is in Virginia Beach, and we also work with homeowners in Norfolk, Chesapeake, Portsmouth, and Suffolk, and on the Peninsula in Hampton and Newport News. Not sure if we cover your area? Give us a call.
From Homeowners
What Homeowners Say About Reitzel Exteriors
We’ve been working on homes in this city since 2004. The best measure of that work is what homeowners say after the crew packs up. Here’s what a few of them had to say.
Thinking About New Siding for Your Home?
Whether your siding is damaged, aging, or just not the look you want anymore, we’re glad to talk it through. Call us or send a few details about your home. We’ll discuss the condition of your siding, your material questions, and what you’d like the exterior to look like, then explain your options.
- 757-513-7053
- info@reitzelexteriors.com
- 3324 Virginia Beach Blvd Ste 108 Virginia Beach, VA 23452
Siding FAQs
How do I know if my siding needs replacement?
Widespread cracking, warping, loose panels, heavy fading, soft spots, and repeated problems in the same areas are common signs. A few damaged panels don’t necessarily mean the whole house needs new siding. Looking at the siding and what’s behind it is the best way to decide.
Can damaged siding be repaired?
Often, yes, if the damage is limited, the surrounding siding is in good shape, and matching material is still available. Older siding may have faded, so new pieces might not match exactly.
What siding materials work well in Virginia Beach?
Vinyl and fiber cement are the most common choices here. Vinyl is low-maintenance and budget-friendly; fiber cement is heavier and impact-resistant but needs repainting. On the coast, proper flashing, fastening, and a good weather barrier matter as much as the material.
How long does vinyl siding typically last?
It depends on the product, installation, sun exposure, and maintenance. Many vinyl siding installations last a few decades, but coastal sun, wind, and storms can shorten that. Darker colors fade faster. The siding’s condition tells you more than its age.
What affects the cost of siding replacement?
Home size, wall area, material, removal of old siding, trim details, number of stories, architectural complexity, access, and any repairs needed underneath. That’s why accurate pricing comes after someone sees the house.
How long does siding installation take?
It depends on the home’s size, the material, the amount of trim work, whether repairs are needed underneath, and the weather. We’ll give you an expected schedule once the scope is set.
What is the difference between vinyl and fiber cement siding?
Vinyl is lighter, less expensive, and doesn’t need paint, but it can crack or warp. Fiber cement is heavier and more impact-resistant and can look like wood, but it costs more and needs repainting. The right choice depends on your home, budget, and maintenance preferences.
Can new siding help with moisture-related exterior problems?
It can, when the cause is in the wall system: failed flashing, a missing or damaged weather barrier, or deteriorated siding. Replacement lets those details be corrected. But not every moisture problem comes from siding, so the source should be identified first.
What should I ask before hiring a siding contractor?
Ask about their siding experience, licensing and insurance, what the estimate includes, how they handle flashing and the weather barrier, how they protect your property, and who your contact will be. Read reviews that mention siding projects.
Does Reitzel Exteriors install siding outside Virginia Beach?
Yes. Our office is in Virginia Beach, and we also work with homeowners in Norfolk, Chesapeake, Portsmouth, and Suffolk, plus Hampton and Newport News. Call 757-513-7053 to confirm we cover your area.