Mark G. Heels

Construction & Restoration – Chebeague Island, ME.

Tag: Exterior

  • Exterior PVC Window Trim

    Exterior PVC Window Trim

    Many homes use various exterior trim which is virtually maintenance free. The trim on this house called for Kleer Lumber PVC board. This material can be cut and fastened with common carpentry tools. It is a cellular material filled with many small bubbles of PVC material. Because of this, the cut edges can be further…

  • Western Red Cedar EXT Siding

    Western Red Cedar EXT Siding

    The entry porch uses Western Red Cedar siding installed using a rain screen technique. This technique allows for full ventilation behind the siding from top to bottom which prevents rot, mold and mildew from occurring. Forethought is necessary to properly employ this technique and proper flashing around all openings is paramount. This siding looks as…

  • LP Smart Side with Rain Screen

    LP Smart Side with Rain Screen

    All siding on this house is installed using rain screen technique. This technique allows for full ventilation behind the siding from top to bottom which prevents rot, mold and mildew from occurring. Forethought is necessary to properly employ this technique and proper flashing around all openings is paramount. The owner’s selected a sustainable siding material…

  • Kickout Flashing

    Kickout Flashing

    Kickout flashing is required by code for all structures where the edge of a roof at the eave meets a vertical wall. The purpose of this flashing is to divert water away from siding and vertical walls, thus preventing rot and structural damage. I have taken great care to ensure this installation was done correctly…