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Shingles, Cement Fiber

Constructed of cement, sand, cellulose fiber, and minerals, the shingles are formed into ΒΌ" thick sheets, usually 18" long and 6" to 12" wide, and then laid in overlapping layers on the exterior frame. They are usually nailed to the sheathing over a layer of vapor barrier. Assumes exterior wall design attributes such as numerous corners, window and door shapes and openings typical of high value homes.

Included in Cost: Cement fiber shingles, exterior trim, paint, vapor barrier, flashing, caulking, scaffolding where needed, and installation labor.

Not Included in Cost: Framing, which you must add using the framing materials. When some or all of the exterior wall in a section is a frame exterior wall, you must also enter framing materials totaling 100%. Also not included are exterior doors and windows, which you must add using the materials on the Exterior Features page.

Enter a percentage between 0 and 100.

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