James Hardie Elite Preferred Contractor
Fiber Cement Siding Built for Texas
James Hardie is the world leader in fiber cement siding — engineered specifically for the HZ5 climate zone that covers Central Texas. Glacier Home Exteriors is your local Elite Preferred Contractor, backed by 30-year warranties and 150+ installations.
Why James Hardie?
The Only Siding Engineered for Central Texas
James Hardie invented fiber cement siding over 30 years ago and remains the undisputed industry leader. Unlike vinyl that warps in Texas heat or wood that rots in Hill Country humidity, every Hardie product installed in Central Texas is specifically formulated for the HZ5 climate zone.
That means formulations designed to handle 100°+ summers, hail along the I-35 corridor, spring moisture, termite pressure, and winter freeze-thaw cycles — all without cracking, warping, or rotting.
30-Year
Substrate Warranty
15-Year
ColorPlus Finish
Engineered for HZ5
Built to Handle What Texas Throws at It
Every Central Texas climate threat has a James Hardie answer.
15-year
finish warranty
Extreme Heat & UV
230+ sunny days per year. ColorPlus finish resists fading and chalking far longer than field-applied paint.
Class 4
impact resistant
Hailstorms
I-35 corridor severe weather. Fiber cement withstands impact that cracks vinyl and dents aluminum.
0%
moisture absorption
Humidity & Moisture
Spring and fall moisture cycles. Hardie's cementitious core won't rot, warp, or swell like wood.
100%
pest proof
Termites & Pests
Year-round pest pressure in Central Texas. Fiber cement is completely inedible to termites and carpenter ants.
Complete Product Line
James Hardie Products We Install
From classic lap siding to premium Artisan profiles — every product backed by James Hardie and Glacier's 5-year workmanship warranty.
HardiePlank Lap Siding
America's #1 brand of siding. Classic horizontal lap profile in smooth or cedarmill texture. 30+ ColorPlus factory-applied colors with a 15-year finish warranty and 30-year non-prorated substrate warranty.
HardiePanel Vertical Siding
Board-and-batten vertical siding for modern and farmhouse designs. Smooth or stucco texture. Pairs with HardiePlank for mixed-profile curb appeal.
HardieShingle Siding
Cedar shingle appearance without the maintenance. Staggered and straight-edge panel options. Perfect for gable accents and craftsman-style homes.
Artisan by James Hardie
Premium thick-profile lap siding with deep shadow lines. The most authentic wood-look fiber cement product available. Dramatic street presence.
HardieTrim Boards
Fiber cement trim boards for windows, doors, corners, and fascia. Smooth finish that resists rot, moisture, and pests. Completes the Hardie system.
HardieSoffit Panels
Vented and non-vented soffit panels for under-eave applications. Matches your siding color for a seamless, finished look from every angle.
Factory-Applied Finish
ColorPlus Technology
James Hardie ColorPlus Technology applies multiple coats of finish at the factory under controlled conditions — not on a ladder in the Texas sun. The result is a finish that outlasts any field-applied paint.
- Consistent, uniform color across every panel
- UV-resistant finish that resists fading for 15+ years
- Baked-on coating that resists chipping and peeling
- No field painting required at installation
- 30+ curated colors designed for real-world home exteriors
Pro tip: ColorPlus eliminates the cost and hassle of painting after installation. Many homeowners save $3,000-$5,000 in painting costs over the first 15 years compared to primed-only fiber cement.
Why Installation Matters
James Hardie Elite Preferred Contractor
Only a small percentage of contractors earn Elite Preferred status from James Hardie. Here's what that means for your project.
Factory-Trained Crews
Our installation teams are trained directly by James Hardie on proper flashing, fastening, and sealing techniques specific to fiber cement.
Full Warranty Coverage
Elite Preferred status ensures your 30-year substrate warranty and 15-year ColorPlus warranty are fully honored — improper installation voids them.
5-Year Workmanship Warranty
On top of James Hardie's manufacturer warranties, Glacier adds our own 5-year workmanship warranty on every siding project. In writing, every time.
Explore the Full Product Line
James Hardie Contractor Kit
Browse the complete James Hardie product catalog, color options, and design inspiration below.
Our Work
James Hardie Siding in Central Texas
Real installations by Glacier Home Exteriors across 31 Central Texas cities.
HardiePanel Board-and-Batten
Arctic White with custom trim
HardiePlank Lap Siding
With HardieTrim boards and HardieSoffit
Get a James Hardie Siding Estimate
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