Is Hardiplank expensive to have installed?

Answer 1

We are installing it presently on a shed that we are building. Even to purchase it, it is more expensive than other materials we could have considered and used. That being said, I imagine that even if you purchase it yourself and have someone else install it that would incurr increased expense. Why? That is a heavy, hard to cut, hard to handle material. I'm watching my beloved darling heave that hardiboard around from delivery to installation, I'm watching him have such a difficult time cutting it and moreover, the weight of it is at time nearly unmanageable. Am I glad I designed the shed using it, yes. Do the benefits outweigh the difficulties in using it, yes. Was it worth the extra expense, yes. My husband is an architect, interior designer and skilled contractor by education and trade. He agreed with the design and the use of the Hardiplank in this application. One other thing, the Handiplank manufacturer has a website with the ability for contact and they are more then willing to be of assistance in any question regarding its usage or installation. They have answered each and every inquiry we have made in the the process of using their product in the construction of our shed. We do not get a boilerplate response, either, they have given us specific instructions for our application, suggestions and guidelines for the very question we've asked. That is a lot more than other manufacturer's have provided to us. We've been interior designers for over 30 years, and this company is well worth dealing with and their product well worth the investment. Everything Don above me said is precisely worth consideration, too. I'm in the San Diego fire zone that burned out many people's homes, I chose this because I lived through that!

Answer 2

Hardi Plank is more expensive than real wood to install. That is offset by the cost of materials, in my area. When you consider the benefits, Hardi is the obvious choice.
I live in New Orleans and am currently building a shop in my backyard. The only choice for me was Hardi. It is an effective fire barrier, resists mold and mildew, and holds paint twice as long as wood. It also has excellent impact resistance, and if flooded can be pressure washed. Looks just like new.
The thing to remember is to maintain the caulk joints. I have seen customers go ten years before re-caulking, because it did'nt look as though it needed it. Caulk should be inspected every spring, and every fall. This is the same for any type of siding.

Answer 3

Yes , I think it is more expensive than real wood. You can search on google to find the best price Hardi plank. Or you can go visit this site, it's the best for hardiplank in my opinion. Hope this helps and good luck.