Siding replacement means removing your old, failing siding and installing a new weather-tight system in its place. Overcash Siding re-sides single-family homes across Madison and De Forest, inspecting and repairing the sheathing and weather barrier during tear-off so the new siding protects your home for decades.
Most homeowners call us for replacement when the old siding is cracked, faded, warped, or letting moisture reach the wall behind it. The value of a full replacement is not just the new look — it is the chance to see and fix what the old siding was hiding: soft sheathing, gaps in the weather barrier, or missing flashing that has been quietly letting water in.
We have re-sided Dane County homes for decades, so we know the housing stock. A 1970s De Forest ranch, a mid-century Monona lakeside home, and a newer Windsor subdivision build each fail and re-side differently, and we detail the new system for the home in front of us.
Signs It Is Time to Replace Your Siding
- Cracked, buckled, warped, or loose panels across multiple walls
- Faded, chalky, or peeling surfaces that no longer hold paint
- Soft spots, rot, or fungus on the siding or trim
- Rising heating bills that point to poor exterior performance
- Frequent repairs — you are patching the same walls every year
Tear-Off vs. Going Over Existing Siding
Some contractors install new siding directly over the old to save labor. We generally recommend a full tear-off. Removing the old siding is the only way to inspect the sheathing and weather barrier, catch hidden moisture damage, and correct flashing — the details that determine whether your new siding lasts. We will tell you honestly when an overlay is reasonable and when it only buries a problem.
Fixing What the Old Siding Hid
On many replacements we find issues the old cladding was concealing: water-stained sheathing behind a north wall, a window that was never properly flashed, or a weather barrier that was torn or lapped the wrong way. We repair the sheathing, upgrade the barrier, and re-flash openings before the new siding goes on, so you are not paying to cover up the same failure again.
Our Process
- 1
Assessment & Estimate
We inspect the failing siding, discuss material upgrades, and provide a written scope and timeline.
- 2
Tear-Off
We remove the old siding down to the sheathing, protecting your landscaping and cleaning as we go.
- 3
Inspect & Repair
We evaluate and repair sheathing, upgrade the weather barrier, and re-flash windows and doors.
- 4
Install New Siding
Your chosen material, trim, and accessories are installed to manufacturer spec for our climate.
- 5
Final Cleanup & Walkthrough
Magnetic nail sweep, debris haul-off, and a walkthrough so you sign off on the finished home.
What Affects Siding Replacement Cost
Replacement cost depends on your home and what we find during tear-off. These are the honest drivers — we quote after inspecting your home.
- Removal & disposal
- Tearing off and hauling old siding adds labor compared to a new install.
- Hidden repairs
- Rotted sheathing, failed barrier, or bad flashing found during tear-off add scope — we document it before proceeding.
- New material
- Upgrading from old vinyl to fiber cement or insulated siding changes the price.
- Home size & detail
- Square footage, stories, gables, and trim complexity all matter.
- Accessibility
- Tight lots, steep grades, and second- or third-story work affect labor.