Siding in Benson
Siding Built for Benson's Bungalows and Cottages
Benson started as its own town in the 1880s before becoming part of Omaha, and its streets are lined with early 1900s Craftsman bungalows, story-and-a-half cottages, and post-war homes. Many still have original wood siding, old asbestos-cement shingles, or aluminum and vinyl added decades ago. Nebraska's hail, wind, and freeze-thaw cycles wear these materials down, leading to rot, cracking, and moisture problems.
New siding protects the structure of your home, lowers maintenance, and gives a Benson house the curb appeal it deserves. As a certified installer, we specialize in James Hardie fiber cement siding, which offers traditional lap and shingle profiles that suit older homes. Learn more about all of our siding services.
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Signs Your Siding Needs Attention
These are the issues we most often find on Benson homes. If you notice any of them, it's worth having your siding looked at.
Rot in Original Wood Siding
Many Benson bungalows and cottages still have original wood lap siding or old asbestos-cement shingles covered over by later materials. After decades of Nebraska weather, soft spots and rot often show up along the bottom courses, porches, and window trim.
Cracks or Chips
Impact from hail or debris can crack fiber cement and chip vinyl siding. Even small cracks allow moisture to get behind the siding and cause damage to the structure underneath.
Peeling or Failing Paint
Paint that keeps peeling no matter how often it is redone usually means moisture is getting into the siding. On older homes this is often the first sign the material underneath is breaking down.
Warping or Buckling
Siding that has warped, bubbled, or pulled away from the wall is no longer sealing properly. This is often caused by moisture intrusion or improper installation and needs to be addressed before it gets worse.
Mold or Mildew Growth
Mature trees and closely spaced homes on many Benson lots keep some walls in near-constant shade, which can keep siding damp. Mold or mildew growing on or behind your siding indicates that moisture is getting in and can lead to rot in the underlying structure.
Gaps at Seams or Joints
Gaps between siding panels, at corners, or around windows and doors allow wind-driven rain to penetrate behind the siding. This is a common failure point on older installations.
Siding Options
Siding Products We Install in Benson
We carry products built for Nebraska weather, with lap, shingle, and board-and-batten profiles that complement Benson's bungalows, cottages, and mid-century homes.
Storm Damage
Siding Damaged by Hail or Wind?
Standard Nebraska homeowners policies generally cover sudden hail and wind damage to siding, minus your deductible. We work with insurance companies regularly and have helped plenty of Benson homeowners through storm damage claims from start to finish.
We inspect and photograph every area of damage, build a detailed report for your adjuster, and can meet them on-site. From storm-damaged sections to full re-siding projects, our crews match existing profiles wherever possible. Learn more on our insurance claims page.
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What Benson Homeowners Should Know
Many Benson homes have been re-sided once or twice already, so there can be several layers of old material on the walls. We remove what needs to come off, inspect the sheathing underneath, and fix soft spots or moisture damage before new siding goes on, so it performs the way it should.
Narrow lots, detached garages off the alley, and close neighbors are common in Benson. Our crews plan material drop-off and cleanup around tight spaces, protect your landscaping and your neighbor's, and keep the site clean every day until the job is done.
Our Process
Our Siding Installation Process
A simple, straightforward process with honest answers and no pressure.
Free Inspection and Estimate
A project manager visits your Benson home, assesses your siding and what is underneath it, and gives you an honest recommendation with no pressure and no obligation.
Material and Color Selection
We help you choose a product, profile, and color that fits your home's architecture. You will see real samples against your existing trim and roof before anything is ordered.
Scheduled Installation
We give you a firm installation date and show up on time. We protect your landscaping, handle material delivery, and haul away all old siding when we are done.
Final Walkthrough
Your project manager inspects every wall, trim piece, and caulk line with you and makes sure the site is spotless before we call the job done.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Royalty Roofing and Siding serves Benson and the surrounding north-central Omaha neighborhoods, including Benson Park, Keystone, Country Club, Dundee, and Saddle Creek. Call (402) 216-8850 to schedule a free siding estimate.
Yes. Benson has a mix of early 1900s Craftsman bungalows, story-and-a-half cottages, and post-war homes, and we recommend profiles that suit each one. James Hardie and LP SmartSide both offer lap, shingle, and board-and-batten options, and we can add trim details that keep a bungalow's character.
For most Benson homes we recommend James Hardie fiber cement. It holds up to Nebraska hail, does not rot, and offers profiles that fit older homes. LP SmartSide is a strong choice if you want the look of real wood, and ProVia vinyl is a quality, budget-friendly option for smaller or mid-century homes.
Many older Benson homes have asbestos-cement shingles or aluminum siding under or in place of the original wood. We identify the material during your free inspection and explain your options, including whether it needs to be removed by a licensed abatement contractor or can be covered properly.
It is common on older homes. Once the old siding comes off, we inspect the sheathing and framing underneath. Any rot or damage we find is documented and discussed with you before work continues, so there are no surprises.
Standard Nebraska homeowners policies generally cover sudden hail and wind damage, minus your deductible. We work with insurance companies regularly, including State Farm, Allstate, Farmers, and USAA, and can document the damage and meet your adjuster.
Yes. Royalty Roofing and Siding is a fully licensed and insured contractor and has served Benson and the greater Omaha area since 2010. We stand behind our work long after the job is done.
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