Exterior Renovations Bundle Services
Transform your entire home exterior in one coordinated project. Iron Crest Remodel bundles siding, windows, painting, gutters, decks, and trim work under one contract with one project manager for maximum savings.
- Siding + window replacement bundles
- Siding + painting + gutters combos
- Full exterior transformation packages
- Deck + painting bundles
- One project manager, one timeline
- Coordinated scaffold and access equipment
- Bulk material pricing
- 10-20% savings vs. separate projects
Timeline
Varies by scope
Exterior Assessment
We evaluate your entire home exterior — siding, windows, paint, trim, gutters, deck, and foundation. We identify all areas that need attention and prioritize.
Bundle Design & Pricing
We create a comprehensive exterior renovation plan with material selections, colors, and a bundled price that reflects your savings.
Coordinated Construction
Scaffold goes up once. Siding and windows are installed first, then trim, gutters, and paint follow in sequence. One mobilization, one cleanup.
Final Inspection
Complete exterior inspection from every angle. All work is verified, warranty documentation provided, and maintenance schedule reviewed.
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What exterior projects should I bundle together?
The most common and cost-effective bundle is siding + windows + gutters. Adding exterior painting to a siding project is essentially free since the new siding gets painted anyway. Deck projects can be bundled for mobilization savings.
How much do I save by bundling exterior work?
Exterior bundles save 10-20% vs. separate projects. Biggest savings come from shared scaffold/equipment, reduced mobilization, and bulk material purchasing.
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Exterior renovation projects share equipment, access requirements, and trades in ways that interior projects rarely do. When you bundle two or more exterior trades under a single contract, the savings compound across every phase of the project — from mobilization to final cleanup. Here is exactly where those savings come from and why bundling delivers a better result than sequencing projects independently.
One scaffold set, one dumpster, one mobilization
Scaffold erection and dismantling, dumpster delivery and haul-off, and site setup are one-per-project costs rather than one-per-square-foot costs. When siding, windows and gutters share a single setup, you pay them once instead of once on each separate contractor’s invoice. We publish no dollar figure for that saving — it depends on your wall area, storey count and site access — but it is a distinct line on your proposal, so you can see it rather than take it on faith.
Complete curb appeal transformation in one project
Doing siding this year, windows next year, and painting the year after means your home looks partially finished for two or three years. A bundled exterior renovation delivers the full transformation at once — new siding, matched trim, fresh windows, coordinated gutters, and a unified color palette. The visual impact is immediate, and your home’s curb appeal reaches its maximum potential in a single season rather than incrementally over multiple years.
Coordinate siding, paint, windows, and gutters for a seamless finish
When different contractors work at different times, trim profiles don’t always align, caulk lines vary, and color coordination suffers. A bundled project means one project manager sequences siding installation, window integration, trim detailing, gutter mounting, and final paint in the correct order. Flashing ties into house wrap ties into window flanges ties into siding starter courses — all installed under one schedule and one inspection sequence, rather than by trades arriving months apart with no record of what the last one did.
One set of permits, one inspection cycle
The City of Boise requires a permit for re-siding and window replacement (Permit 428). Bundling means one application covering the full scope, one set of inspections and one final sign-off, rather than separate applications, separate reviews and separate inspector visits each waiting its own turn in the queue. One caveat worth stating plainly: Boise prices residential building permits on project valuation under Table 1-A, with plan review adding 20% of the permit fee, so a combined scope lands in a higher valuation tier. What bundling saves there is the duplicated application and review, not the fee itself. Questions go to the Building Division on (208) 608-7070. A single permit package also simplifies documentation for insurance claims and future resale disclosures.
Weather window optimization — complete all exterior work in one season
Boise’s exterior construction season runs roughly April through October. Spreading projects across several years runs the weather risk every time: winter shutdowns, and shoulder-season limits set by the products themselves — every exterior coating carries a minimum application and surface temperature on the manufacturer’s data sheet, and fiber cement has to go on dry and above freezing. The Boise airport station averages 87 freeze-thaw cycles a year on the 30-year mean, so the shoulder weeks are genuinely marginal rather than merely inconvenient. Bundling gets everything inside one weather window.
Single warranty covering all exterior trades
When Iron Crest handles the full exterior, our 3-year workmanship warranty covers siding, windows, gutters, trim and paint under one contract, with one point of contact for a claim. That matters most at the transitions: a leak where a window meets siding is exactly the defect two separate contractors each attribute to the other. Material warranties stay the manufacturers’ own, on their terms rather than ours — we register them in your name and keep copies in your project file.
Every exterior bundle is customized to your home's condition and your priorities, but these are the four configurations Boise homeowners request most often. Each package includes a single project manager, coordinated scheduling, and one fixed price for the whole scope. Every range below is the arithmetic sum of Iron Crest's published Boise bands for its components — nothing discounted into it and nothing rounded off.
Siding + Windows Bundle
Most Popular · $15,000–$60,000 · 3–6 Weeks
Our most requested exterior bundle. When siding comes off, window flanges are fully exposed — making it the ideal time to replace aging single-pane or fogged double-pane windows. We install new windows first, flash and integrate them into the weather-resistive barrier, then install siding and trim around the new frames. This sequence ensures a continuous water management plane from roof edge to foundation. The range above is the arithmetic sum of our published Boise bands — siding $8,500–$32,000 plus window replacement $6,500–$28,000 — and nothing is discounted into it. Where a given house lands inside it is driven by wall area, storey count, window count and material: vinyl siding with vinyl windows sits near the floor, while a fiber-cement or engineered-wood package with a full window count sits toward the ceiling. Your fixed price is set against your actual scope before any siding comes off.
Siding + Paint + Gutters Bundle
Complete Exterior Refresh · $12,800–$54,000 · 3–5 Weeks
Ideal for homes where the windows are still in good condition but the siding, paint, and gutters have reached end of life. New siding is installed with factory finish or primed for site-applied paint. Gutters are mounted after siding and fascia are complete, ensuring proper alignment and drainage pitch. Existing downspout locations are evaluated and adjusted if needed — many Boise homes have undersized 2x3 downspouts that we upgrade to 3x4 for better capacity during spring runoff and summer thunderstorms. Exterior paint covers surfaces that are not clad in new siding: deck railings, trim details and outbuildings. The range is the sum of our published bands — siding $8,500–$32,000, exterior painting $2,800–$18,000 and gutters $1,500–$4,000. Where new siding arrives factory-finished, the paint line drops out of the scope and out of the total.
Windows + Trim Bundle
Energy Efficiency Focus · $6,500–$28,000 plus trim · 2–4 Weeks
For homeowners who want to improve energy performance and refresh the look without replacing siding. We replace windows, then install new exterior trim (casings, sills, head trim) that integrates with the existing siding. This bundle suits homes with sound siding but drafty single-pane or aluminum-frame windows. Our published Boise range for window replacement is $6,500–$28,000; the trim package is quoted on top of it against your actual linear footage. On energy, we publish no savings percentage for a window upgrade — it depends entirely on what you are replacing, your envelope and how you heat — but the Department of Energy attributes roughly 25 to 30 percent of residential heating and cooling energy use to windows, which is the honest scale of the opportunity. Specification-wise, Idaho's adopted 2018 IECC sets a maximum fenestration U-factor of 0.30 for this climate zone and does not set an SHGC requirement, so 0.30 is the floor rather than an upgrade; we generally aim below it, and select SHGC by orientation rather than to a single site-wide number.
Full Exterior Package
Complete Transformation · $19,300–$82,000 · 5–8 Weeks
The comprehensive option: siding, windows, gutters, gutter guards, exterior paint, soffit, fascia, and trim — everything from the roofline down to the foundation. This is where the shared-overhead argument is strongest, because every trade uses the same scaffold, the same dumpster and the same project management. The range is the sum of our published bands — siding $8,500–$32,000, windows $6,500–$28,000, gutters $1,500–$4,000, exterior paint $2,800–$18,000 — with gutter guards ($2,000–$5,000) and soffit, fascia and trim quoted on top against your measured footage. We publish no bundled-versus-separate percentage. We sequence the work in phases: weather-resistive barrier and sheathing repair first, then windows, then siding from top down, then soffit/fascia, then gutters and guards, and finally touch-up paint and cleanup. Full exterior packages are most common on homes 20+ years old where multiple systems have aged together, or on recently purchased homes where the new owner wants a clean start.
Not sure which bundle fits your home? Schedule a free exterior assessment and we'll walk every side of your home, document conditions, and recommend the bundle that delivers the best value for your budget.
Boise's high-desert climate creates a defined exterior construction season. Understanding the best months for each trade helps you plan a bundle that avoids weather delays and takes advantage of optimal installation conditions. Here is our month-by-month guide to exterior renovation timing in the Treasure Valley.
| Month | Siding | Windows | Paint | Gutters |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January–February | Not recommended | Interior work only | No | No |
| March | Possible late month | Install begins | Too cold | Possible |
| April | Season opens | Ideal | Late April | Ideal |
| May–June | Peak season | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal |
| July–August | Good (heat precautions) | Ideal | Early AM shifts | Ideal |
| September | Peak season | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal |
| October | Season closing | Last window | Early Oct only | Last window |
| November–December | Not recommended | Emergency only | No | No |
Peak Season: April Through September
The sweet spot for bundled exterior work in Boise is April through September. Daytime temperatures sit comfortably above the minimum application temperature printed on exterior coating data sheets, precipitation is minimal, and the daylight hours support full working days. We schedule most full exterior packages to start in April or May, allowing 5–8 weeks of uninterrupted work with a comfortable buffer before fall weather arrives.
Shoulder Seasons: March and October
March and October are viable but come with constraints, and they are set by the products rather than by us. Every exterior coating carries a minimum air and surface temperature and a minimum dry time before rain on its own technical data sheet — we work to the number on the product actually specified for your house, not to a rule of thumb, and in the shoulder months that often means coating work waits for the afternoon. Fiber cement has to go on dry and unfrozen; board stored outdoors overnight can still be below freezing when the air is not. Window installation is far less temperature-sensitive and can generally proceed through both months, which is why we often start windows in late March while siding waits for settled weather.
Summer Heat Considerations
Boise's July average high is 93.5°F on the 1991–2020 NOAA normals, with hotter days on top of that. Extreme heat affects exterior paint (it can skin over before properly bonding) and makes scaffold work physically demanding. We shift to early-morning start times (6:00 AM) during heat waves, prioritize north- and east-facing walls for afternoon work, and pause painting operations when surface temperatures exceed 90°F. Siding and window installation proceed normally in heat as long as crews have shade and hydration breaks.
The Treasure Valley's high-desert climate is hard on exterior building materials in ways that most coastal or midwestern material guides do not account for. On the 1991–2020 NOAA normals, Boise runs a January average low of 25.9°F and a July average high of 93.5°F, with colder and hotter days on top of that, and the airport station records an average of 87 freeze-thaw cycles a year (30-year mean, range 56–108). We deliberately publish no “sunny days” count: the NOAA figure is roughly 120 clear days plus 90 partly cloudy, which is a different measurement from the one those marketing numbers usually imply. Here is what actually matters for your exterior renovation.
UV Intensity and Material Fading
UV load rises with elevation and falls with atmospheric depth, and Boise sits well above sea level — but we publish no multiplier for it, because we have no measurement we could cite for this specific city. What is not in dispute is the orientation effect: south- and west-facing walls take far more sun than north-facing ones, and they are reliably the first to fade, chalk and fail. Factory-applied finishes such as James Hardie ColorPlus and the LP SmartSide prefinish are cured under controlled conditions rather than brushed onto a wall in variable weather, which is the mechanism behind their longer service life; the warranty terms are the manufacturers' own and should be read on their sites rather than taken from a contractor's summary. For site-applied paint we specify 100% acrylic exterior formulas, and we expect south- and west-facing elevations to need recoating before the north side does — plan the maintenance by orientation, not by a single site-wide interval.
Freeze-Thaw Cycles and Siding Performance
Boise averages 87 freeze-thaw cycles per year — days where the temperature crosses 32°F at least once — on the 30-year mean from the airport ASOS station, with individual years ranging from 56 to 108. Each cycle causes moisture trapped behind siding to expand and contract, gradually degrading caulk joints, nail penetrations, and material bonds. Vinyl siding becomes brittle below 20°F and can crack on impact. Fiber cement handles freeze-thaw well but requires proper gap spacing at butt joints (manufacturer-specified, typically 1/8”) to allow expansion. LP SmartSide's SmartGuard process treats the engineered wood with zinc borate, which resists termites and fungal decay. Regardless of material, the quality of the weather-resistive barrier (house wrap) and flashing details behind the siding determines how much moisture reaches the sheathing in the first place.
Wildfire Smoke Impact on Painting Schedules
Late July through September, wildfire smoke from Idaho, Oregon, and California fires can blanket the Treasure Valley for days or weeks. Smoke particles settle on surfaces and compromise paint adhesion if applied over a contaminated substrate. We monitor AQI (Air Quality Index) readings daily during smoke season. When AQI exceeds 100 (unhealthy for sensitive groups), we suspend exterior painting, power-wash any surfaces prepped for paint, and shift crews to non-paint exterior tasks like siding installation, window setting, and gutter mounting. This is one of the reasons we schedule painting phases early in the project timeline — completing paint-critical work in May or June avoids the late-summer smoke risk entirely.
High Desert Climate Demands on Exterior Materials
Summer afternoons in the Treasure Valley are genuinely dry — note that the winter picture is the opposite, with January outdoor relative humidity averaging around 79% in the morning and 70% in the afternoon, so “Boise is dry” is a summer statement rather than a year-round one. What matters for materials is the swing: wood-based products dry and shrink through the summer, opening joints and exposing fastener heads, and sealants skin over faster than their data sheets assume at higher temperatures. We specify high-performance polyurethane sealants (OSI Quad Max or DAP Dynaflex Ultra) rated for ±50% joint movement, and we apply them during moderate temperatures (50–80°F) when the caulk has optimal working time. For window installations, we use butyl-based flashing tape rather than asphalt-based products because butyl maintains adhesion across wider temperature ranges and doesn't dry out in low humidity the way asphalt-based tapes can.
Every bundled exterior project follows a structured 6-step process that coordinates multiple trades on a single timeline. Here is exactly how your project moves from initial assessment to final walkthrough.
Exterior Assessment & Scope Definition
We walk every side of your home with you, documenting siding condition, window performance, gutter drainage, trim deterioration, and any visible water damage or rot. We use a moisture meter to check behind suspect areas and a thermal camera during cooler months to identify insulation gaps. This assessment takes 60–90 minutes and results in a detailed condition report with photos, recommended scope, and a priority ranking for each trade.
Material Selection & Color Coordination
Your project manager presents material options for each trade in your bundle: siding profiles and colors, window frame materials and glass packages, gutter gauges and colors, and paint finishes. We create a full exterior palette board showing how every element looks together — body color, trim, accent, gutters, and front door — so there are no surprises once installation begins. Large-format samples are available to view on your home’s exterior before final commitment.
Fixed-Price Proposal & Permit Filing
You receive a detailed line-item proposal covering every trade, material specification, labor breakdown, and project milestone. Once approved, we submit permit applications to the City of Boise and order all long-lead materials. Re-siding and window replacement are covered by Permit 428; review times vary with the Building Division’s queue, so we confirm the current turnaround with them on (208) 608-7070 rather than promising a figure. Note also that where a property sits in a hillside or wildland-urban-interface overlay, the Boise Fire Prevention Code requires non-combustible siding and roof coverings, which narrows the material list before design begins.
Weather-Resistive Barrier & Sheathing Repair
Old siding and trim come off, exposing the sheathing and existing house wrap. We inspect every square foot of sheathing for moisture damage, rot, and insect activity. Damaged sheathing is replaced with new OSB or plywood, then we install a continuous weather-resistive barrier (Tyvek DrainWrap or ZIP System) with taped seams, corner flashing, and window/door head flashing integrated into the drainage plane.
Trade Sequencing & Installation
Trades are scheduled in the correct building-science sequence: windows installed and flashed into the WRB first, then siding from top down, then soffit and fascia, then gutters mounted onto completed fascia, and finally touch-up paint and caulking. Each trade inspects the previous trade’s work before covering it — siding crews verify window flashing before installing starter courses, and gutter crews verify fascia alignment before mounting hangers.
Final Inspection & Warranty Activation
After all trades complete, your project manager conducts a comprehensive walkthrough checking siding alignment, caulk joints, window operation, gutter pitch and drainage, and paint quality. City of Boise final inspection follows. Any punch-list items are resolved within 3–5 business days. Your warranty activates on the date of final sign-off and covers all trades under a single policy.
Your bundled exterior renovation is backed by a comprehensive warranty covering all trades under a single policy. Beyond the warranty, following a simple annual maintenance schedule protects your investment and keeps every component performing at its best in Boise's demanding climate.
Spring (March–April)
- Inspect gutters and downspouts for winter debris accumulation
- Check caulk joints around windows, doors, and trim for cracking or separation
- Look for any siding damage from winter ice, snow loads, or wind
- Test window operation — open and close every operable window
- Clean gutter guards if installed — remove cottonwood fluff and leaf debris
Summer (June–July)
- Rinse siding with garden hose to remove pollen and dust buildup
- Inspect south- and west-facing walls for UV-related paint fading
- Check window screens for holes or sagging
- Verify gutter drainage during a rain event — watch for overflow or pooling
- Trim landscaping away from siding — maintain 6-inch clearance at foundation
Fall (September–October)
- Clean gutters before winter (even with guards — quick check)
- Inspect all flashing transitions at roof/wall intersections
- Touch up any paint chips or scratches before winter moisture sets in
- Verify downspout extensions direct water 4–6 feet from foundation
- Check attic for any signs of moisture intrusion at exterior penetrations
Winter (December–January)
- After heavy snow, check that snow loads are not damaging gutters
- Look for ice dam formation along eaves — sign of attic insulation issues
- Verify bathroom and dryer exhaust vents are not blocked by ice or snow
- Check windows for condensation between panes (sign of seal failure)
- Note any drafts around windows or doors for spring repair
Iron Crest Exterior Warranty Coverage
3-Year Workmanship
Covers all installation defects across siding, windows, gutters, trim, and paint. One warranty, one call.
Manufacturer Terms
Each product carries its manufacturer's own terms, not ours. James Hardie publishes a 30-year non-prorated limited substrate warranty with a separate 15-year ColorPlus finish warranty; LP SmartSide publishes a 5/50 limited warranty. Window and gutter terms vary by line — read them on the manufacturer's site before a selection turns on one. We register them in your name and keep copies on file.
30-Day Punch List
Report any detail within 30 days of final walkthrough and we address it within 3-5 business days at no charge.
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Can I bundle siding and window replacement if I only need windows on one side of the house?
Yes. Partial window replacement bundles with siding are one of our most common configurations. When we replace siding, we remove exterior trim around every window on the affected walls. That means we can replace select windows on those walls with minimal additional labor cost — the trim is already off and the flashing is being redone. We price window-by-window so you can choose which windows to upgrade and which to keep. Replacing windows during a siding project avoids a second mobilization, a second scaffold setup and a second round of trim removal; we do not publish a dollar figure for that, because it depends on your wall area, storey count and how many windows are involved — it is itemized on your proposal instead.
How do you handle color coordination across siding, trim, paint, and gutters?
We provide a unified exterior color consultation as part of every bundle project. Our designer presents a palette board showing the siding body color, trim color, accent color, gutter color, and soffit and fascia finish together — not in isolation. James Hardie ColorPlus and LP SmartSide arrive with factory-applied finishes in a fixed set of colors, so on those products the palette starts from what the manufacturer actually offers rather than from a paint deck; gutter coil likewise comes in the supplier's stock colors. For site-applied paint we specify 100% acrylic exterior lines and follow the manufacturer's own data sheet for surface preparation and minimum application temperature. The result is a cohesive exterior where every element was chosen against the others.
What happens if you discover rot or structural damage behind the siding?
Concealed damage is one of the primary reasons we recommend bundling exterior projects — discovering rot during a siding-only project leads to expensive change orders and delays. When we bundle siding with windows, gutters, and trim, we plan for the possibility of sheathing repair from the start. Our estimates carry a defined quantity of sheathing replacement, stated on the proposal so you can see exactly what is covered. If the damage exceeds it, we stop, photograph it, explain the scope and your options, and get a written change order approved before any of that work proceeds. Common issues in Boise homes include OSB sheathing degradation behind failed caulk joints, moisture intrusion around improperly flashed windows, and ice-dam damage along eaves.
Is it worth bundling gutters with a siding project or should I do gutters separately?
Bundling gutters with siding is almost always the better value. During siding installation, we remove and replace the fascia trim that gutters mount to. If gutters are done separately later, the installer has to work around new siding and may damage fresh paint or caulk lines. When bundled, we install fascia, then gutters, then final siding trim in the correct sequence — no rework, no touch-ups. Our published Boise ranges are $1,500–$4,000 for seamless gutters and $2,000–$5,000 for gutter guards, so the pair runs $3,500–$9,000 depending on the length of run, the number of downspouts and the storey count. We publish no bundled-versus-standalone dollar delta. What a bundle removes is the second mobilization and the rework of touching up finished siding, and both appear as line items on your proposal.
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