My husband and I are finally able to update the exterior of our house this year (we bought it in 2016). First order of business was to have the ugly asbestos shingles removed by an abatement company, under which was the original wood clapboard siding in almost perfect condition! Our contractor repaired siding where needed, replaced the skirting, is (almost finished with) painting the siding, AND on top of that we also renovated our pole barn style garage. We are thrilled!